Author: Grant “SWAT” Georgulis
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Back to Key West: The Army Must Own Air Base Defense, Not Chase Air Force Missions
To counter modern aerial threats posed by China and Russia, the Army should re-prioritize air base defense instead of encroaching upon Air Force missions. Prioritizing funding for Patriot, THAAD, and emergent air defense systems will enable the joint force to conduct effective combat operations. Read more
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Air Superiority Is Key to Countering China: The Force Design for Victory
Air superiority remains essential, and recent conflicts demonstrate that alternate strategies lead to stalemate or defeat. Rapid investment in robust training and in advanced platforms like the E-7, F-35, and NGAD is critical for U.S. military dominance in the face of China’s growing capabilities. Read more
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AMTI is Not Air Battle Management: The Imperative for Layered Sensing and Human-Led Orchestration in Modern Aerial Warfare
A misconception persists that Airborne Moving Target Indicator data from space-based platforms can supplant the need for dedicated air battle management systems. This overlooks that space-based AMTI satellites may provide data, but air battle management is required to translate that data into actionable effects that can secure air superiority. Read more