The supply chain in air capability acquisition by the New Zealand Defence Force : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Defence and Security Studies at Massey University, Manawatū, New Zealand
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2018
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Massey University
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Over the last decade the New Zealand Government has acquired and introduced
into operational service, two important platforms for air power capability, namely
the new NH90, and SH-2G(I) Seasprite helicopters. The NH90 purchased new, and
the Seasprite purchased second hand, are at different stages in their capability life
cycles. The introductions of these aircraft have challenged support and
sustainment within the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) supply chain, which
has been hampered by organisational factors such as the lack of capability and
sustainment corporate knowledge, resource constraints, culture, and insufficient
priority being given to Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) model In-Service. Equally
aircraft specific issues such as their product maturity, and relationships also
challenge the supply chain. The most significant level of aircraft acquisition is still
yet to come as the Government progresses towards the replacement of the RNZAF
surveillance and mobility capability. Therefore it is vital to understand the effect
on support and sustainment from recent acquisitions.
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New Zealand, Royal New Zealand Air Force, Aviation supplies and stores, Procurement, Business logistics