공군의 여자군인의 역할에 관한 연구 = Research on the Role of Women officers in the Air Force

다국어 초록 (Multilingual Abstract)

Due to its military conscription system, South Korea has less difficulty maintaining military personnel strength levels than countries with a voluntary military system. As a result, there is less of a need to commission women officers in the South Korean military. In addition, the cost of acquiring women officers is much greater than that of men. We estimate that the cost of training women officers is almost 50% greater.
We do understand, however, that the main reason for this consideration is to provide equal opportunity for women to join the military. Currently, many foreign countries have already allowed or are starting to allow women in the military and to hold positions that may require combat. Therefore, in order to provide equal opportunity for women, we also must continue to allow women members in the military. Fortunately, since the Air Force relies much more on equipment and technology than the Army or the navy, the Air Force has many more jobs that require skill rather than physical strength.
Women officers in the Air Force must carry out the same job traditionally required for male officers. However, the Air Force should do their best to provide jobs that can maximize their talents. The women officers should seek out specific career fields and jobs that can maximize their skill sets, as well. As for allowing women in combat, we have to be prepared to face and resolve many issues: Ability of women to lead subordinate men, physical limitations, and long absences for pregnancy, child birth, and care.