Stimulant Use in Extended Flight Operations

Abstract

This article briefly outlines the historical development, mechanism of action, and effects of amphetamine on normal personnel. It then discusses the value of these agents in military operations, the safety record, and the concerns that may have been the impetus for banning their use. Finally, it concludes that, in light of their value to mission accomplishment; especially in the absence of demonstrable negative effects, the ban on amphetamines should be rescinded.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1998
Accession Number
ADA352591

Entities

People

  • John A. Caldwell
  • Kory Cornum
  • Rhonda Cornum

Organizations

  • United States Department of the Air Force

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accidents
  • Air Force
  • Air Force Personnel
  • Cardiovascular Physiological Phenomena
  • Flight Crews
  • Health Services
  • Heart Rate
  • Human Behavior
  • Medical Personnel
  • Mental Disorders
  • Military Operations
  • Physicians
  • Pilots
  • Side Effects
  • Training
  • War
  • Warfare

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