USAF outsourcing model
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The US Air Force's Arnold Engineering Development Center (AEDC) has been a contractor-operated but Air Force-managed facility since its establishment in 1951. Since that time, private contractors have conducted simulated altitude testing of aerodynamic and propulsion systems. However, the Air Force makes the final decision on what systems are to be tested and when and decides the AEDC's budget. The AEDC currently has a workforce of 2,900 employees with 55% being employed by Sverdrup Technologies.
Publication Name: Armed Forces Journal International
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0196-3597
Year: 2000
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Going organic: fortified mine warfare program to counter growing asymmetric threat
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The US Navy is seeking to improve its anti-mine warefare capabilities after two ships suffered mine damage during the 1991 Gulf War. Improvements in development are the Airborne Laser Mine Detection System, the Remote Minehunting System, the Airborne Mine Neutralization System, the Rapid Airborne Mine Clearance System, as well as new mine warfare ships, unmanned underwater vehicles, dedicated helicopters and submarines.
Publication Name: Armed Forces Journal International
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0196-3597
Year: 2001
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CONOPS 2020. Air Force Lays Out Broad Concept For Future Aerospace Operations
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US Air Force Lt. General Robert Foglesong discusses the Air Forces plans for the future, including the role of new technology, military preparedness, and space-based operations.
Publication Name: Armed Forces Journal International
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0196-3597
Year: 2001
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