Expanding Role of the Air Force Squadron Commander

Abstract

Current Air Force personnel turbulence and a crisis level decline in retention may be traced to long-term effects of careerism. To reverse these trends, the Air Force has designed the new Officer Professional Development (OPD) program and related initiatives. The Chief of Staff emphasizes the vital and expanding role of the squadron commander in implementing these initiatives. The implications are clear. Squadron commanders must be carefully selected, must be educated in their unique duties, and must faithfully implement Air Force policy and programs. This study concentrates on the expanding role of the squadron commander by focusing on the squadron commander selection process, retention, spousal issues, and the OPD program. It is intended to be a helpful guide for present and future squadron commanders in order for them to accomplish their mission successfully.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1989
Accession Number
ADA217477

Entities

People

  • Henry L. Jungerbeeler
  • Karl F. Whittenberg
  • Silas R. Johnson Jr.
  • Steven L. Tindell

Organizations

  • Air War College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems
  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Air Force Personnel
  • Employment
  • Families (Human)
  • Flight Training
  • Instructors
  • Management Personnel
  • Military Education
  • Military Personnel
  • Military Pilots
  • Military Science
  • Military Training
  • National Security
  • Personnel Management
  • Students
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Aerospace logistics and air mobility.
  • Joint Military Operations and Doctrine.
  • Military Leadership and Professional Education.