THE V-22 OSPREY LOGISTICS PROGRAM PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE

This paper addresses development of the supportability system in conjunction with the design of the V-22 “Osprey” multiservice aircraft. The V-22 development program has been unique in its early and continuous application of “up front logistics” during development. Integrated teams of logistics, systems, and design engineers were put in place at the beginning of the preliminary design phase to ensure maximum integration of logistics Design approaches were influenced to enhance supportability throughout the development process by participation in trade studies, mock-up reviews and preliminary and critical design reviews. This paper summarizes major logistics accomplishments to date, and innovative techniques and lessons learned, which have contributed to development of a fully operational and supportable system.