Transport samochodowy w wojennym systemie logistycznym wojsk lotniczych i obrony powietrznej

Armies use up more and more means of materials in military conflicts. The development of military technology, the changes in tactics of actions and increased manoeuvrability caused the necessity to extend the transport network. Thus conducting combat actions requires a well extended transport infrastructure. Destroying the enemy’s transportation lines is perceived as important as the attacks on command positions and supply sources. The role and importance of transport in Air Force and Air Defence Forces have been discussed in the article. The requirement, set for the transport system used in these forces, is, first of all, the ability to ensure a constant performing of transport duties. To achieve this, the military transport system has to be resistant, solid and restorative. Differences between transport functioning in peacetime and wartime have been discussed in the article.