Suitability of Missions for the Air Force Reserve Components

• Main Author: Robbert, Albert A. (auth)
• Other Authors: Bigelow, James H. (auth), Boon, John E. Jr (auth), Harrington, Lisa M. (auth), McGee, Michael (auth)
• Format: Electronic Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: RAND Corporation 2014
• Subjects: Defence strategy, planning & research; Air forces & warfare; Military engineering; History; Technology
• Online Access: DOAB: download the publication; DOAB: description of the publication

The composition of Air Force active and reserve forces is often contentious, especially during a force drawdown. This document seeks to inform force composition decisions by clarifying issues that affect the suitability of missions for assignment to the reserve components.