Emprego estratégico de lançamento inteligente de cargas
This study is intended to analyze the possible ways of using the SHERPA Ranger joint precision airdrop system, acquired by the Brazilian Army (EB), as well as its possible employment by the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) vectors. Historical aspects of development, acquisition and support of the joint precision airdrop system (JPADS) are here discussed. The study covers the use of SHERPA Ranger by the Brazilian Armed Forces (FFAA), based on the Military Defense Doctrine (2007) and the Doctrine of Joint Operations (2011). It is also investigated whether the inclusion of this equipment as Product of Defense (PRODE) can increase the projection of national military power