Y2K's Impact on the U.S. Air Force
Abstract
The United States Air Force can expect to encounter many difficulties directly attributable to the Y2K problem but the majority of them will most likely be minor not catastrophic in nature. The expected impact of the Y2K problem on the US Air Force is determined by examining the areas projected to be most severely impacted, reviewing Y2K correction efforts, and reading the opinions/predictions of the foremost experts in the field of Y2K testing and validation. The majority of the information is gleaned from the internet, tech journals and correspondence with experts. The writer examines which major Air Force systems will be impacted by Y2K to include examining the status of the 3500 systems currently being tracked by the USAF Y2K Program Management Office. The impacts of Y2K on the Air Force in areas such as cost and personnel are also explored. Finally, the writer concludes the Y2K problem will cost the USAF in excess of $1 billion but all mission critical systems will be tested and validated by 31 December 1999. However, some civilian electrical, water and transportation systems will suffer set backs due toY2K and the Air Force s dependency on these systems will disrupt, albeit slightly, the Air Force s ability to carry out its mission.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1999
- Accession Number
- ADA398250
Entities
People
- William M. Propat
Organizations
- Air Command and Staff College