Readiness and Retention: Effects of Downsizing and Increased Operations Tempo (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781288274895)

The end of the Cold War brought about significant changes to the world and the U.S. military. The large containment force structure was no longer needed. The lack of a perceived threat and pressure to reduce defense spending created a period of downsizing. Since 1989 the U.S. Air Force has reduced its force by one-third and experienced 12 years of reduced defense spending. The pressure to downsize and the increased OPTEMPO have caused significant problems in readiness and retention. Increased demand on aircraft is creating maintenance shortfalls, thereby reducing the Air Force's ability to divert funds for modernization efforts.

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