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USAF Logistic Plans and Policies in Southeast Asia, 1965 is the latest of a series of studies prepared by the USAF Historical Division Liaison Office on the current war. Previous published histories include: USAF Plans and Policies in South Vietnam, 1961-1963; USAF Plans and Policies in South Vietnam and Laos, 1964; and USAF:Plansand Operations in Southeast Asia, 1965.This study briefly reviews the status of the USAF logistic system prior to the 1965 buildup of American forces in Southeast Asia and the steps taken by the Air Force to support them. Separate chapters cover the construction of new air bases in the theater, plans relating to conventional war munitions stockage, and efforts to obtain anadequate fuel supply system. Appendices also have been provided on aircraft readiness rates and the ordnance inventory.