Squadron Movements and Associated Transportation Problems: An Inner Look into the Process
Abstract
The purpose of this MBA project is to explore the feasibility of prepositioning common aviation support equipment onboard aircraft carriers. When called upon to conduct shipboard operations, carrier-based squadrons are currently required to transport their common support equipment between their home station and their assigned aircraft carrier via commercially contracted trucks. The determination of prepositioning was made by conducting a cost-benefit analysis of purchasing additional support equipment versus the continuation of paying for contracted trucking. Additionally, the project investigates how the transportation funding program could be executed differently to better track funds and reduces current, questionable and unchallengeable charges. The project shows how proper scheduling of trucks for a carrier offload can prevent detention charges and assist in extending the taxpayer dollars from being used for non-value added activities.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 2008
- Accession Number
- ADA494003
Entities
People
- Anthony S. Estep
- Nicholas T. Walker
- William J. Hollis
Organizations
- Naval Postgraduate School