Author:
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ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 29
Book Description
Space capabilities are no longer novelties, rather, they are vitally important to the joint warfighter at every level. While there is very little debate about the ever-increasing significance or usefulness of space to the joint warfighter, the command and control (C2) of space forces at the operational level has been an evolutionary challenge with the creation of the Director of Space Forces (DIRSPACEFOR) during Operation IRAQI FREEDOM. While the construct has worked well in OIF, the doctrinal disposition of the DIRSPACEFOR has been inhibited by the fact that it is seen as an Air Force solution. In order to move forward on the DIRSPACEFOR construct, this paper uncovers the underlying parochial motivations that are hindering progress, thus enabling a clear perspective for the way ahead focused on unity of effort. This paper does not attempt to solve the parochial inclinations or even dictate the best C2 structure; instead, it reframes the polarizing issues surrounding the DIRSPACEFOR position to appropriately concentrate on the unique nature of space requirements and missions, rather than on the medium and ownership. Unity of effort, not an unrealistic unity of command, must be the mandate. This paper recommends incorporation of a revamped joint, inter-agency DIRSPACEFOR-like construct centered on unity of effort, while reinforcing the flexibility of the joint force commander (JFC) to structure space forces based upon the mission, not presumed ownership.
Director of Space Forces: Refocused for the Way Ahead
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 29
Book Description
Space capabilities are no longer novelties, rather, they are vitally important to the joint warfighter at every level. While there is very little debate about the ever-increasing significance or usefulness of space to the joint warfighter, the command and control (C2) of space forces at the operational level has been an evolutionary challenge with the creation of the Director of Space Forces (DIRSPACEFOR) during Operation IRAQI FREEDOM. While the construct has worked well in OIF, the doctrinal disposition of the DIRSPACEFOR has been inhibited by the fact that it is seen as an Air Force solution. In order to move forward on the DIRSPACEFOR construct, this paper uncovers the underlying parochial motivations that are hindering progress, thus enabling a clear perspective for the way ahead focused on unity of effort. This paper does not attempt to solve the parochial inclinations or even dictate the best C2 structure; instead, it reframes the polarizing issues surrounding the DIRSPACEFOR position to appropriately concentrate on the unique nature of space requirements and missions, rather than on the medium and ownership. Unity of effort, not an unrealistic unity of command, must be the mandate. This paper recommends incorporation of a revamped joint, inter-agency DIRSPACEFOR-like construct centered on unity of effort, while reinforcing the flexibility of the joint force commander (JFC) to structure space forces based upon the mission, not presumed ownership.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 29
Book Description
Space capabilities are no longer novelties, rather, they are vitally important to the joint warfighter at every level. While there is very little debate about the ever-increasing significance or usefulness of space to the joint warfighter, the command and control (C2) of space forces at the operational level has been an evolutionary challenge with the creation of the Director of Space Forces (DIRSPACEFOR) during Operation IRAQI FREEDOM. While the construct has worked well in OIF, the doctrinal disposition of the DIRSPACEFOR has been inhibited by the fact that it is seen as an Air Force solution. In order to move forward on the DIRSPACEFOR construct, this paper uncovers the underlying parochial motivations that are hindering progress, thus enabling a clear perspective for the way ahead focused on unity of effort. This paper does not attempt to solve the parochial inclinations or even dictate the best C2 structure; instead, it reframes the polarizing issues surrounding the DIRSPACEFOR position to appropriately concentrate on the unique nature of space requirements and missions, rather than on the medium and ownership. Unity of effort, not an unrealistic unity of command, must be the mandate. This paper recommends incorporation of a revamped joint, inter-agency DIRSPACEFOR-like construct centered on unity of effort, while reinforcing the flexibility of the joint force commander (JFC) to structure space forces based upon the mission, not presumed ownership.
Air Force Magazine
The U.S. Air Force in Space, 1945 to the Twenty-First Century: Proceedings
Author: Air Force Historical Foundation. Symposium
Publisher: Department of the Air Force
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
Contains papers presented at the Air Force Historical Foundation Symposium, held at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland, on September 21-22, 1995. Topics addressed are: Pt. 1, The Formative Years, 1945-1961; Pt. 2, Mission Development and Exploitation Since 1961; and Pt. 3, Military Space Today and Tomorrow. Includes notes, abbreviations & acronyms, an index, and photographs.
Publisher: Department of the Air Force
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
Contains papers presented at the Air Force Historical Foundation Symposium, held at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland, on September 21-22, 1995. Topics addressed are: Pt. 1, The Formative Years, 1945-1961; Pt. 2, Mission Development and Exploitation Since 1961; and Pt. 3, Military Space Today and Tomorrow. Includes notes, abbreviations & acronyms, an index, and photographs.
Department of Defense Authorization for Appropriations for Fiscal Year 2005
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Armed Services
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 524
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 524
Book Description
Chief of Space Operations' Planning Guidance
Author: John W. Raymond (Air Force general)
Publisher:
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Category : Astronautics and state
Languages : en
Pages : 11
Book Description
Publisher:
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Category : Astronautics and state
Languages : en
Pages : 11
Book Description
Technology Challenges for Operationally Responsive Spacelift
Author: Kendall K. Brown
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Airplanes, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Airplanes, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Department of Defense Authorization for Appropriations for Fiscal Year 2013 and the Future Years Defense Program: Military posture
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Armed Services
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Military research
Languages : en
Pages : 1038
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Military research
Languages : en
Pages : 1038
Book Description
Seize the High Ground
Author: James A. Walker
Publisher: Government Printing Office
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
"[Seize the high ground is a] narrative history of the Army's aerospace experience from the 1950s to the present. The focus is on ballistic missile defense, from the early NIKE-HERCULES missile program through the SAFEGUARD acquisition site allowed by the 1972 ABM Treaty to the more advanced 'Star Wars' concepts studies toward the end of the century. [What is] covered is not only the technological response to the threat but the organizational and tactical development of the commands and units responsible for the defense mission"--CMH website.
Publisher: Government Printing Office
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
"[Seize the high ground is a] narrative history of the Army's aerospace experience from the 1950s to the present. The focus is on ballistic missile defense, from the early NIKE-HERCULES missile program through the SAFEGUARD acquisition site allowed by the 1972 ABM Treaty to the more advanced 'Star Wars' concepts studies toward the end of the century. [What is] covered is not only the technological response to the threat but the organizational and tactical development of the commands and units responsible for the defense mission"--CMH website.
Department of Defense Appropriations for 2002: Commanders in Chief
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Department of Defense
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 620
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 620
Book Description
Hearings on National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005--H.R. 4200 and Oversight of Previously Authorized Programs Before the Committee on Armed Services, House of Representatives, One Hundred Eighth Congress, Second Session
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Armed Services. Subcommittee on Total Force
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 1532
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 1532
Book Description