Operation homestead: transitioning the mission in Iraq from DoD to the State Department

The post hosts the Iraqi Air Force (IAF) Academy, as well as initial pilot, air traffic control, and aircraft maintenance training. [...]the end of October 2011, the post also served as the headquarters for USD-N, a garrison command, an air advisor team, two stability transition teams, several suppo...

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Published in:Infantry 2012-01, Vol.101 (1), p.13
Main Authors: Daniels, Chip, Vance, James R
Format: Magazinearticle
Language:English
Subjects:
Diplomatic & consular services
Leadership
Military personnel
Military training
Success
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Summary:The post hosts the Iraqi Air Force (IAF) Academy, as well as initial pilot, air traffic control, and aircraft maintenance training. [...]the end of October 2011, the post also served as the headquarters for USD-N, a garrison command, an air advisor team, two stability transition teams, several support units, and a combined arms battalion. [...]we assisted OSC-I with tactical patrol planning and tracking, medical evacuation and treatment planning, contractor support, key Iraqi leader engagements, and even intel collection.
ISSN:0019-9532