Interoperability: a Continuing Challenge in Coalition Air Operations (Paperback, illustrated edition)

The United States is incrcasingly participating in coalition military operations. Coalition support may be required for successful military operations and in most such operations the United States desires to share the burden. U.S. allies recognize the increased security that coalition operations can bring. Because interoperability is a key element in coalitions, RAND undertook research to help the Air Force identify potential interoperability problems that may arise in coalition air operations and to suggest nonmateriel and technology-based solutions. The research focus is on command, control, communications, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C3ISR) systems in out-of-NATO-area operations. The authors' review of recent coalition air operations found that interoperability problems arose because of differences in doctrine, incompatible communications, different planning and execution systems, and different weapon system capabilities. For example, allies may lack sufficient all-weather, day and night precision-guided weapons. The authors suggest the following to increase interoperability in coalition operations: (1) common or harmonized doctrine for combined joint task force operations, from planning through assessment, (2) compatible or adaptable concepts of operation for airborne surveillance and control, (3) common information-sharing standards and compatible tactical communication systems, and (4) expert, experienced personnel who understand the capabilities of coalition partners. From a technology perspective and cost considerations, C3ISR initiatives appear to offer the best opportunities for interoperability enhancements.

General

Imprint:	Rand
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	December 2000
Authors:	Myron Hura • Gary McLeod • Eric R. Larson • William Little • et al
Dimensions:	227 x 131 x 15mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	270
Edition:	illustrated edition
ISBN-13:	978-0-8330-2912-6
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Warfare & defence > Air forces & warfare Books > Social sciences > Warfare & defence > War & defence operations > General
LSN:	0-8330-2912-6
Barcode:	9780833029126

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