The American Bureaucracy: U.S. Air Force The US air force is one of the major Bureaus that determine the politics of the day in the United States. Like most Bureaucracies, it has undergone several transformations in the history of the United States. Historically, the US air force was established on August in the year 1907 as a U.S. Army Signal Corps whose primary purpose was to deal with matters pertaining military ballooning and air machines. This bureaucracy was not known as the air force as we know it today. In the subsequent years after the formation of the Army Signal Corps, the first airplane at Fort Myer was tested. However, a man died during the first testing operations (Futrell). Nevertheless, several tests followed leading to formation …show more content…
Within the same time he appointed Mr. John D Ryan as the director of Air service and Second Assistant of Secretary of War. The First World War was still going on when all these changes were taking place. However, when it came to an end the U.S. Air Service was in possession of 185 aero squadrons, 86 balloon Companies, 55 Photographic sections, and 44 aero constructions. It was believed that after the First World War the strength of the air force equaled that of the Congress. In 1920, the Army Reorganization Act was formed. It made the Air Service a combatant arm of the Army. The Chief of this Air service was a given a new rank of the general. This Act did not last much longer because, in 1926, The Air Corps Act was enacted. It changed the Air Service to Air Corps although it didn't change its responsibilities. The Air Corps remained a combatant arm of the U.S. Army. During the same year, the Army established a training base in Saint Antonio which was to be a training base for the Air Corps in future. Consequently, in the year 1935, the headquarter of the Air Force now became operational and it assumed an overall control over Air Corps units. However, the years that followed the Chief of Air Corp managed to centralize the command of the entire Air Force. At this point in the history of this Bureau, President Roosevelt …show more content…
Among these responsibilities include; the ability to deter and dissuade nuclear operations in the enemy states (Rourke 544). Apparently, it is the responsibility of the U.S. Air Force to stop any of the U.S. enemies from carrying an air attack on the U.S.soil(Builder77). However, in the case where they fail to protect the country against such an enemy, the Air Force can respond with a nuclear air strike against these enemies. Furthermore, it is the work of the Air Force to prevent the radicalized Muslim States from possessing nuclear weapons or any other weapon of Mass Destruction. Another responsibility of the U.S. Air Force is to maintain cyber superiority (Builder 88). By maintaining their power over the cyberspace, the air force can achieve several military objectives hence giving it the power to make quick, decisive actions against the enemy. The U.S. Air Force has responsibilities during special operations that are carried out in the hostile environments (Builder77). Technically, the apprehension and the killing of the Notorious Terrorist Osama bin Laden by the Special Forces was successful because of the Intelligence that was collected by the U.S. Air Force. Another major responsibility of the U.S. Air Force is ensuring that the military personnel together with their equipment can be transported to the areas where they
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In 1968, the United States Army activated the 123rd Aviation Battalion, creating a remarkable unit that was comprised of several Army assets. The design of the battalion revolutionized how assets could be combined to complete many missions by mixing infantry, signal, aviation, and support units. The 123rd’s mission ranged from was to collect intelligence, deliver supplies, insert and extract infantrymen, and provide air support. In addition to their primary mission they also participated in medical evacuation, an invaluable asset on the battlefields of Vietnam.
The Civil Reserve Air Fleet is a partnership between the Department of Defense and commercial airlines where the airlines contractually commit a portion of their aircraft and crews to be used by the Department in the event of any level of military conflict. These aircraft can be “called up” and required to respond quickly to provide airlift support to the Department of Defense. There are minimum required levels of participation in order for the airlines to be eligible, and in turn they receive peace time business including passenger and cargo movement approximately in proportion to their commitment level. The program is divided into three segments which include varying amounts and sizes of aircraft that serve specific purposes. There are also three levels of activation depending on the severity of the conflict, which also require different amounts and sizes of aircraft. This program has been in place for nearly 53 years, and has become an essential partnership required for an effective United States military. The following pages are an investigation various aspects of the Civil Reserve Air Fleet such as its purpose, history, and effectiveness.
During the World War II there was many different aspects on the Allies side that helped them defeat the Axis Powers. One crucial aspect for the Allies was the well-built airborne divisions. The 82nd Airborne Division, from the United States Army, was considered to be the firmest and most successful division during the Second World War. After being reactivated for World War II, the men of the 82nd Airborne division took on intense training to later on take part in some of the most dangerous missions of World War II.
On 9 February President Roosevelt ended all government air mail contracts with airlines and ordered the Army to fly the mails. Roosevelt took this measure to deprive commercial airlines of scandalously high financial arrangements, but his plans failed because of the Army Air Corps' inability to handle the job. After the ...
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) owes its creation to many significant events in aviation history. One of them includes the creation of the Air Mail Act of 1925, which spearheaded the creation of commercial airlines that worked for a profit. (FAA, 2011) This act leads to rapid growth in the development of aircraft and of air traffic. The increasing volume of air traffic, lead to the early development of air traffic control, which was based on visual signals. (FAA, 2011)
Since its declaration of independence from Great Britain, the United States has experienced wars of many different sorts. Each war introduced a new kind of warfare. The Revolutionary War introduced for the first time in American history, the idea of naval warfare. Ships were armed with dozens guns and carried several dozens of men. The musket, armed with its bayonet as well as the cannon proved to be worthy weaponry advancements in the infantry together with various pistols. The Civil War introduced the revolving pistol as well as the Gatling gun which enabled soldiers to produce rapid fire and destroy enemies in large quantities with a single round. New technological advancements in transportation such as the railroad, enabled large quantities of troops to travel to a given area in nearly half the amount of time. However, the turn of the twentieth introduced new technological advancements in the country as well as the military. This ignited a century of technological advancements in the military that has enabled the United States to excel in militaristic domination.
This paper will not bore with the definition of a profession. The United States Army is about more than words, it is about action. The action of over 238 years of tradition and service. The Army is a profession. A profession requires its members to adhere to prolonged training and learn specialized skills. A member of a profession must wholly commit himself and his skills to a calling which is entrusted by the public. A profession provides its members with intrinsic value which motivates beyond financial gain. The Army is a higher calling which demands all of these qualities and more.
The United States of America is a powerful and well known force throughout the world. It has become a superpower of nations in just about three hundred years, being one of the newest nations in existence today. Its military reaches out into several countries in the globe and holds a presence as a peacekeeper and wielder of democracy. Of the US military’s five branches, the Air Force is the ruler of the skies, keeping control of the earth’s aerospace. Without the Air Force Special Operations, the military could not complete operations as effectively or efficiently as it potentially could. The United States Air Force is a key part of America’s mission to spread and assist democracy throughout the world.
Earlier in March 2014 the senior leadership of the Air Force, to include the Secretary of the Air Force, the Chief of Staff, and the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, made a statement to all airmen. They stated that “being an Airman is more than a job, when we voluntarily raised our right hands and took an oath to support and defend the Constitution, we became members of the profession of arms”, they also said that along with our profession of arms we are given and accept a sacred trust given to us by the American people, that to be worthy of this trust we must “build our lives and shape our service on the foundation of our core values”, and that when Airmen fail to live up to our core values, the reputation of all who serve is tarnished” (letter to airman, Mar 2014). Recently, I was tasked to deliver a briefing for the J3 monthly training day. This tasking was a result of my negligence in updating a certain system that is vital to the J3 watch floor. My briefing, although filled with correct information and guidance, was also slaked with profanity and unprofessional gestures. Regardless of any circumstances that may have been the cause for these actions, the actions needed correction. Correction was given, which was responded to by more profanity and provoking actions. After I showed such disrespect to my non-commissioned officer in charge, he escorted me to my supervisor and my actions were made known to him. During this time I was still acting very contentious and disrespectful, making snide comments and standing with such contempt as if to say “are you done now”. This of course escalated into more serious action by my leadership which very well could have been avoided had I done my duty correctly in the first place. The...
World War II was one of the deadliest military conflicts in history. There were many different battles that took place within this war; some more important than others. World War II began once Germany’s new dictator, Adolf Hitler, decided that he wanted to gain power for Germany and for himself. One of Hitler’s first moves in power was invading Poland on September 1, 1939. Many other countries became involved in this war because of the alliance system. The two sides during this war were the Allies and Axis powers. German, Italy and Japan were on the Axis powers; France, Britain, and the United States were on the Allies. Germany first began with the Blitzkrieg tactic meaning “lightning war”. This tactic is based on speed, surprise and was the most popular tactic. It is set up with military forces based around tanks which are supported by planes and infantry. The Blitzkrieg tactic lead to air wars with airplanes between countries. All of the countries were allowed to participate in the air wars but the four main countries were United States, Japan, Britain, and Germany. During the 1920’s and 1930’s airplanes grew in size and structure giving them more power, and making planes more effective. Planes made it easier to drop bombs, or plan attacks. All of these countries fought over air superiority. Air superiority is the position in which the air force has control over all of the air warfare and air power of the opposing forces. Germany began with air superiority but they lost it when Britain defeated them at the Battle of Britain. Gaining control over the air is a very big advantage because it is easier to plan an attack on an opposing country. All of the countries relied on their aircrafts during this war. The issue about the use of...
...s the world to execute the Air Force mission at a moment’s notice. Being part of the 389th Fighter Squadron allows me to be able to conduct a variety of missions (close air support, defensive counter air, air interdiction) allowing me to contribute directly to the Air Force mission. My service to the Air Force adds directly to generation of air power and the execution of global strike and precision engagement anywhere at any time.
The NSA helps to supply the military with weapons and supplies. The NSA also helps protect citizens by providing high tech security. Some of which are approving standards, techniques, systems, and equipment related to the security of National Security Systems (NSA.gov). In addition, the NSA also provides “end-to-end insights into malicious cyber activity, the activities of hostile foreign powers, and cyber best practices” (NSA.gov). Another thing the NSA does is partner with other departments, countries, and companies to help reach goals and provide a good outcome in any circumstance (NSA.gov). Terrorism and cyber threats are big problems towards the United States as well. When the NSA hears or reports any terrorism threats they communicate with national leaders, military, law enforcement and policymakers to discuss solutions. There always is a group of National Security Act workers monitoring surveillance twenty- four seven(NSA.gov).This always ensures extra protection and is always
The beginning of the FAM program can be attributed to one singular event. On May 1st 1961 an event would take place that would change the way the US would approach aviation security forever. “The flight for National Airlines was prepared for departure from Miami International Airport t...
In Conclusion, out of all the agencies, the Secret Service has the most important responsibilities. The Secret Service has very many great responsibilities. They not only protect territories but most importantly the president. The Secret Service protect not only U.S. territories but also foreign territories/countries. The topic about the Secret Service is very important. It is important because if we didn’t have them protecting us then our presidents would be