Principles of Logistics and the Air Force's Combat Support
Baxter, James D.
Synopsis "Principles of Logistics and the Air Force's Combat Support"
The purpose of this paper is to look at the new transformation of Air Force logistics in the concept of Combat Support and determine if the phased manner in which combat support is provided to the forces in the field and analyze whether or not these concepts include the principles of logistics. The methodology used was to look at the governing doctrine of logistics within the joint community and the individual services. It then looked at the Air Force doctrine for combat support. It then sighted several examples of successes and failures in various operations. Overall findings were that the systems set up for the distribution of equipment and supplies are transforming in a positive way and will only enhance the combatant commander's operation in the future. The biggest problems appear to be in the procurement side, where the civilian sector is not providing the best resources for the troops either because technology is not available or cost effective.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
