The KC-130 and Expeditionary Operations

Abstract

The KC-130 is an important force multiplier for the Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) Following Operation Desert Storm the Hercules has been increasingly employed in an expeditionary environment. These missions, flown with airframes nearing the end of their service life, have highlighted deficiencies within the KC-130 inventory. Complicating matters is enlisted aircrew manning shortages, conflicting viewpoints on KC-130 employment, and conflicting mission priorities. The KC-130J will alleviate many of the current problems, but it will be years before it is fully integrated into the fleet. The increased demand for KC-130 support, particularly as an aerial refueler, will continue to highlight these problem areas. In order for the KC-130 to be successfully utilized within an expeditionary environment, proper equipment, training, and resources must be implemented.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 2002
Accession Number
ADA404040

Entities

People

  • Robert P. Cote

Organizations

  • Marine Corps University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aircrafts
  • Airframes
  • Amphibious Operations
  • Department Of Defense
  • Deployment
  • Electronic Mail
  • Employment
  • Infrared Countermeasures
  • Maintenance
  • Maintenance Personnel
  • Night Vision
  • Personnel Management
  • Refueling
  • Refueling In Flight
  • Students
  • United States
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Aerospace logistics and air mobility.
  • Maritime Combat Support and Expeditionary Logistics.
  • Systems Analysis and Design