TRAF

Tactical Response Airlift Federation

A Civilian Tactical Airlift Consortium for Defense, Disaster Response, and Austere Logistics

Expeditionary Air Services spearheading the TRAF concept

TACTICAL RESERVE AIRLIFT FEDERATION (TRAF)

TRAF is a cooperative network of civilian tactical airlift operators organized to support expeditionary logistics, disaster response, and surge airlift requirements. The initiative is spearheaded by Expeditionary Airlift Services, Inc. and is intended to connect capable civilian operators with future logistics opportunities requiring flexible and rapid-response airlift.

WHO SHOULD JOIN

TRAF is intended for operators of aircraft well suited to austere, regional, and expeditionary operations, including but not limited to:

• Basler BT-67 operators

• C-23 Sherpa operators

• LM-100J / C-130 operators

• Twin Otter and Caravan operators

• Civil CH-47 and UH-60 operators

• Other specialty cargo and short-field aircraft operators

WHY JOIN

TRAF seeks to create a collaborative network capable of supporting disaster response, humanitarian relief, and contingency logistics operations. Participation offers:

• Visibility within a growing expeditionary logistics network

• Opportunities for collaboration with other tactical airlift operators

• Potential access to future government and humanitarian logistics support opportunities

• Participation in a cooperative framework focused on rapid-response airlift capability

Operators interested in learning more about the Tactical Reserve Airlift Federation are encouraged to contact:

Michael B.

Expeditionary Airlift Services, Inc.

mike@expeditionaryairservices.com

Author: Michael B.

(C)@expeditionaryairservices.com

The Tactical Response Airlift Federation (TRAF) is a voluntary consortium of civilian tactical airlift and rotary-wing operators capable of supporting defense operations, disaster response, and humanitarian missions in austere environments.

By integrating aircraft, expeditionary cargo teams, and rapid distribution capabilities, TRAF provides a flexible logistics layer that bridges the gap between strategic airlift and final delivery.

Author: Michael B.

(C)@expeditionaryairservices.com