Rotary Wing Aviation in Theater Engagement Plans: Can It Make a Difference?

Abstract

Unified Commanders (CINCs) must consider the full impact of rotary wing aviation assets in their Theater Engagement Plans (TEP). With a limited number of aviation forces primarily dedicated to accomplishing engagement activities, CINCs must integrate all available service component capabilities in the TEP. By examining three major areas, this paper will prove that the employment of rotary wing assets, in TEP, benefits the CINC and the overall effectiveness of aviation units. First, this paper will evaluate aviation's role in engagement planning. Second, this paper will look at Aviation's role in the execution phase of operations. Third, this paper will examine the potential benefits of these operations as they relate to operational requirements. Finally, this paper will conclude with a recommendation to aggressively include joint rotary wing assets in the planning and execution of Unified Commanders' TEP process.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 05, 2001
Accession Number
ADA389651

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  • Robert Bannon

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  • Naval War College

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