Improving Air Force Pilot Career Opportunities: 'Dual Track' Revisited
Abstract
Remarks on past staff efforts and research studies introduce a discussion of an updated proposal to carefully evaluate a 'dual track' career path for Air Force pilots. 'Dual track' is defined as alternative career choices; either to follow a command/management track career or a 'career pilot' track, performing only flying-related duties. A cost analysis and outline of the concept are evaluated in a series of implications. The potential exists to improve warfighting skills and readiness and at the same time save a conservatively estimated $46 billion over a 20 year period in pilot training/experiencing cost avoidance alone. The lack of a viable personnel plan and officer force structure model, and institutional bias are seen as major drawbacks to a new evaluation of the 'dual track' concept. Recommendations to evaluate this proposal--and other alternative solutions are proposed.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 1986
- Accession Number
- ADA179200
Entities
People
- James Jr D. Graham
Organizations
- Air War College