Describes the various means of entry into the Royal Air Force (RAF) during the interwar years. Although originally limited to recruits with social connections, the program changed under pressure of rearmament and impending war with Germany. By the late 1930s, occupational aptitude superseded social standing as an admission requirement. (MJP)

This report discusses the social and economic benefits of university research, arguing that if funding for research programs is reduced, short-term savings could impose long-term costs, depriving Americans of scientific breakthroughs, economic growth, and improvements in international competitiveness. It provides over 100 brief summaries of…

This document contains four papers concerning collegiate aviation research and education solutions to critical safety issues. "Panel Proposal Titled Collegiate Aviation Research and Education Solutions to Critical Safety Issues for the Tim Forte Collegiate Aviation Safety Symposium" (Brent Bowen) presents proposals for panels on the…

Elucidates the inherent conflict between national security and public safety measures necessitated by terrorism and the Fourth Amendment protections against unreasonable search and seizure. Briefly discusses the rise in terrorist activity in the 1970s and the development of airline security. Identifies several areas where personal freedom has been…

The reorganization of the curriculum and the necessary assembling of proper materials of instruction attendant thereto are probably receiving more of the attention of educational leaders at the present moment than any other school problem. The Bureau of Education is endeavoring to be of assistance to those attempting a solution of this important…