Citation

Fullerton R. Def. Peace Econ. 2003; 14(5): 343-355.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2003, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/10242690302922

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

The US Air Force is facing a record shortfall in pilots over the coming decade. Using personnel data on more than 10,000 Air Force pilots, this study examines the factors affecting the retention of pilots and assesses the effectiveness of the pilot bonus programme implemented by the Air Force to reduce attrition. Although surveys indicated sustained deployment rates were the leading cause of job dissatisfaction among Air Force pilots, the results of this study suggest economic factors had the largest impact on retention.