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How I Learned to Love the Bot: Implications for AI in Operational-level C2 and Beyond
Large language models (LLMs) can be a force multiplier for C2ABM professionals working on staff or at the operational level of C2. To harness this technology, practitioners must be able to identify relevant use cases, recognize and mitigate the limitations of LLMs, and apply best practices for LLM use.
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C2ABM at the Edge of Escalation: Taiwan, Legacy Platforms, AI Reality, and the Decision Loop
Conflict around Taiwan will pose significant challenges, not the least of which include maintaining effective C2ABM. Such a conflict will require resilient C2ABM structures, a blending of legacy and emerging technologies, and, most importantly, competent human judgement.
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Always Evolving: Modernize C2ABM Without Losing Today
The C2ABM community can maintain current readiness while preparing future architectures by sustaining and optimizing today’s platforms and TTPs and by shaping the next generation of architectures, human-machine teaming, and mission metrics. These lines of effort are complementary, and can ensure the force remains ready now and relevant later.
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Love the One You’re With: In Defense of Legacy C2ABM Platforms
Is the U.S. Air Force’s legacy C2ABM architecture really so decrepit that it must be wholly replaced to be of value in future conflict? Much has been written describing a bleak future for currently-fielded platforms, but perhaps there is more to the story.
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Reorienting C2ABM: How the 2025 NSS and 2026 NDS Shift Focus to the Western Hemisphere and Indo-Pacific
The 2025 National Security Strategy and 2026 National Defense Strategy adjust military priorities. This shift will likely drive important changes to C2ABM systems, training, and employment.
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PODCAST – History and Culture
SWAT and Opie discuss C2ABM history and culture, leaning heavily upon this month’s C2 Coord posts The Dawn of Air Battle Management and Honoring History, Shaping the Future.
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Honoring History, Shaping the Future: Nurturing C2ABM Culture
C2ABM squadrons that foster a strong cohesive culture improve performance, readiness, and morale. Deliberately nurturing this culture is crucial, and every member of the organization has a role to play.
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The Dawn of Air Battle Management: Lessons from the Battle of Britain
The invention of command and control and air battle management (C2ABM) during the Battle of Britain laid the foundation for modern air superiority. Today, U.S. airpower advocates and practitioners must understand and apply this history to field, protect, and employ resilient C2ABM capabilities to counter rising global threats.
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PODCAST – Happy New Year! (+NDAA and NSS)
SWAT and Opie discuss two requested topics from the C2 Coord community – the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and the National Security Strategy. The conversation features concepts from AEW&C – Airborne Early Warning and Congress, Air Superiority is Key to Countering China, and No Matter the Kit. Interested in joining the discussion? Submit your own piece to #c2_coord!
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AEW&C – Airborne Early Warning & Congress
Recent developments in Congress demonstrate continued support for the E-7, despite clear opposition from the executive branch. For now, congressional backing assures the E-7’s path forward, but the future is far from certain.
