The OFP (Operational Flight Program) Update Cycle Needs You

Abstract

The operational flight program (OFP) update cycle provides tactical air-crews (users) the capability to periodically update embedded avionic computer software. This capability allows the users to improve operational effectiveness in response to a change in operational mission, threat, or modifications to current equipment. Unfortunately, the specifics involved to utilize the cycle are embedded in multi-layered regulations and manuals. This article, written for publication in the Tactical Air Command's Fighter Weapons Review quarterly magazine intends to inform the reader about the OFP update cycle. The article identifies potential bottlenecks in the system and suggests methods for increasing users participation in the cycle. Potentially, increased user participation may increase the weapon system operational effectiveness and suitability.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1988
Accession Number
ADA194910

Entities

People

  • Gregory S. Zaniewski

Organizations

  • Air Command and Staff College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Biomedical
  • Sensors
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aerial Warfare
  • Air Force
  • Aircrafts
  • Classification
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Control Systems
  • Employment
  • Fire Control Systems
  • Military Science
  • Navigation
  • Operational Effectiveness
  • Personnel Management
  • Test And Evaluation
  • United States
  • Warfare
  • Weapon Systems

Readers

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Defense Acquisition Program Management
  • Systems Analysis and Design