A Study of Females on Minuteman/Peacekeeper Crews
Abstract
We have concluded our in-depth study of the possible introduction of females on gender-specific (all-female/all-male) Minuteman/Peacekeeper crews. The study concentrated on impacts on mission effectiveness, cost, equal opportunity in career progression, scheduling, and morale. Written surveys, telephone interviews, and one-on-one interviews were accomplished with 1400 officers to obtain overall perceptions of the gender-specific crew concept. Included in these perceptions were significant comments on mixed crews. These comments reaffirmed the results of the 1980 AFMPC survey. We concluded that introducing additional stress into an already demanding missile crew environment was not considered prudent. Therefore, we continue to support previous findings that did not recommend the mixed crew concept. The details of these and other factors bearing on the introduction of female crews in the Minuteman/Peacekeeper force are discussed in the attached study report. We have determined that introducing females onto genders specific crews is feasible and have initiated plans to implement this concept beginning this year. The optimum female representation at the first wing will be determined in a detailed implementation plan to be developed. Staffs must work together to insure the introduction of females into Minuteman/ Peacekeeper operations is accomplished in the most expeditious, efficient manner possible.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 31, 1985
- Accession Number
- ADA584971