Application of Automatic Identification Technology for Intransit Visibility at Remote Locations

摘要

Air Mobility Command (AMC) is responsible for collecting intransit visibility (ITV) data at remote and austere airfields. Automatic identification technology (AIT) is emerging as a system for quick and accurate data capture. This paper examines the application of AIT at remote locations to obtain ITV. Four areas are addressed: processes, training, manning, and equipment. Obtaining ITV at remote locations is currently a complicated combination of manpower and time intensive processes. AIT is capable of streamlining these processes by reducing cargo and passenger processing times. Additionally, it provides highly accurate data. Although AIT offers several significant benefits, the technical nature of AIT equipment requires skilled personnel for setup, operation, and troubleshooting. Recent AIT exercise scenarios highlighted the need for training programs at all levels from aerial port personnel to commanders. Furthermore, it does not appear that the application of AIT will reduce manning requirements. Despite these disadvantages, AIT could improve ITV at remote locations. Given that past attempts to collect ITV data at remote or austere locations have been manpower and time intensive, AIT could eliminate these problems in the future. Consequently, AMC should plan to use AIT to improve ITV at remote locations.