Analysis of Pacific Enroute Structure in Support of C-5M Super Galaxy.

摘要

The C-5M, Super Galaxy, brings significantly more capability to strategic airlift fleet with more powerful and efficient engines. Given the strategic imperatives in the Asia-Pacific region, the C-5M is vitally important to overcome the tyranny of distance throughout the Pacific AOR. It is the aim of this research to serve airlift planners with an operationally relevant tool, results and analysis to bridge from national defense strategy to smart tactical employment of a new weapon system. Specifically, this research paper sought to answer questions addressing optimal routes and the impact of routing decisions on tiered enroute support. This quantitative study used regression analysis of aircraft performance and route enumeration. The research identified that the C-5M s capability may justify new route alternatives. These new routes may impact tiered aircraft maintenance capability outside the continental United States. Recommendations to implement more effective and efficient routing are discussed.