Cannibalization of the F-14 and S-3A Aircraft: A Viable Logistic Alternative.

Abstract

This thesis presents the results of an analysis of cannibalization and its effects on the F-14A and S-3A aircraft. The analysis includes cannibalization measurement methodologies, reasons why squadrons cannibalize, a comparison of fleet cannibalization activity and alternatives to cannibalization. Cannibalization is shown not to be a maintenance practice to be avoided at all cost, but rather a viable cost effective alternative to logistic failures. Additionally, material issue response delays rather than material shortages were found to lead to increased cannibalization. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1981
Accession Number
ADA111207

Entities

People

  • Kevin M. Myette

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Aircraft Carriers
  • Aircrafts
  • Cannibalization
  • Databases
  • Logistics
  • Logistics Management
  • Maintenance
  • Materials
  • Measurement
  • Naval Aviation
  • Naval Operations
  • Navy
  • Organizational Structure
  • Regression Analysis
  • Shortages (Logistics)
  • Squadrons

Readers

  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management.