Volume 28 Issue 1, Jan-Feb 2014 Published Jan. 1, 2014 Air & Space Power Journal, Air University, Maxwell AFB, AL Senior Leader Perspective Strengthening Understanding and Engagement with China's Air Force General Mark A. Welsh III, USAF / General Hawk Carlisle, USAF Since the historic coming together of China and the United States in 1972, this strategic relationship has benefited both our nations and fostered an unprecedented period of peace and prosperity in the Asia Pacific region. Our relationship with... NATO Air Command–Afghanistan: The Continuing Evolution of Airpower Command and Control Maj Gen Kenneth S. Wilsbach, USAF / Lt Col David J. Lyle, USAF The evolution of cooperation between air and ground forces over the last 12 years in Afghanistan has been continuous and dynamic. What began in 2001 as special operators on horseback calling in precision air strikes from distantly based aircraft has... Feature Articles Employing Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance: Organizing, Training, and Equipping to Get It Right Capt Adam B. Young, USAF During the last decade, the role of intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) in modern warfare has been characterized by increasing demands, resources, and capabilities--trends that can be expected to continue. In light of these... You Can't Win If You Don't Play: Communication--Engage Early, Engage Often Lt Col Aaron D. Burgstein, USAF Following World War One, the French built a masterful line of forts to defend themselves from potential attacks by Germany. These defenses, unmovable and unable to take the offensive, were quickly flanked and overwhelmed by the combined arms of the... Views Maintaining Space Superiority Capt Albert C. Harris III, USAF Professionals who strive to maintain space superiority must understand the strategic policy environment in order to employ air and space power effectively. This includes knowledge of national objectives and comprehension of how national and... Revitalizing Nuclear Operations in the Joint Environment LTC Kelvin Mote, USA This article highlights the need for a revitalization of joint nuclear doctrine. It first outlines the strategic context faced by planners--specifically, the rise of nuclear aspirants--and then compares Cold War nuclear doctrine with current joint... Selected Air University Research Facilitating Mental Wellness by Targeting Stigma Think Tank Group 3: Capt Ammon Hickman, Capt Ryan Ross, Capt Erin Biggers, Capt Jefferson Page, Capt Theresa Izell, Capt Duane Denney, Capt Jared Wilson, Capt James Rozzoni The Squadron Officer School (SOS) Think Tank Elective is a seven-week-long course designed to provide solutions to Air Force... Download Full Edition
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