Use of Selected Operational Research Methods in Force Protection Planning for Air Operations

Abstract

At the beginning of the article, we characterize the purpose, conditions, utilization and objectives of force protection for air operations. We focus on selected modern methods applicable in the planning process of force protection for air operations. The article presents the research based on the Markov model, scenario method (scenario planning) and SWOT analysis in aviation with direct implementation into the planning process in this field. We briefly define the selected methods and identify their specific use in force protection planning for air operations. Specifically, we examine the method application as efficiently as possible in real-life situations (in operations) or complex exercises before the actual deployment of forces.