This paper discusses Army requirements for deep operations and the TACAIR problems associated with and the systems available to support deep operations. The monograph first examines Army manuals from battalion through corps level to identify the needs each level has for deep operations, especially the requirements for air force assets. Then, problems TACAIR will encounter, the assets available and their characteristics are looked at to see if they can accomplish the deep operation mission. Finally, future developments that will increase TACAIRs abilities are discussed. The monograph concludes that TACAIR is lacking the numbers and system characteristics necessary to both survive and accomplish day/night and adverse weather support for deep operations. But, the Air Force's future developments will significantly increase its capability to reach the AirLand battle goal.

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