Abstract

computer simulation model designed to help solve regional air traffic scheduling problems was developed. Bases, mission areas, and aircraft were modeled using the simulation language SIMSCRIPT. Events in the simulation included takeoff s, departures, enroutes, missions, arrivals at Initial Approach Fixes (lAFs) and landings. To demonstrate potential use of the model, the problem of rescheduling Strategic Air Command (SAC) aircraft upon base closures was addressed. Two strategies for the diversion of such aircraft were developed, implemented and the results compared on the basis of impact on final destination bases and average aircraft airborne time. Strategy 1 entailed the rerouting of aircraft to designated alternate bases or to the nearest open base without constraint. Strategy 2 involved the selection of an alternate base by insuring that parking spaces and appropriate maintenance support were available. Finally, extensions to the model and recommendations are discussed. http://archive.org/details/developmentalcom00malo Major, United States Air Force Captain, United States Air Force Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.