C-17 Container Study.
Abstract
In their letter of 28 March 1986, AF/RDQL asked for AF/SAGM assistance in assessing the changes in closure resulting from loading eight containers on the C-17. The following is an assessment of the impact on closure of alternative eight versus six container C-17 configurations. 1. The analysis was limited to assessing the impact on closure times of alternative container handling configurations for C-17 operations alone. 2. We confined our study to the question of impact on closure from movement of eight versus six containers on the C-17, although availability of containers, pallets, and handling equipment may have a greater impact on timely deployment. 3. Only existing container or pallet loading options and the two eight-container options determined feasible by AFCSA/ASD were considered L The capability of the C- 17 to handle eighteen 463L pallets was used as a baseline for comparing container handling options. b. With the applicable number of tie down points on the ramp, the C- 17 can handle six containers on pallets in the aircraft rail system. Eight containers could be handled on the same system. c. With modification of the aircraft rail system, and use of a special tie-down kit, eight containers or tactical shelters could be loaded directly into the aircraft, reducing tare weight.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1987
- Accession Number
- ADA362578
Entities
People
- Carl D. Sullivan
Organizations
- Air Armament Center