Importance of Air Force Relevance and Defense Strategies

The chapter emphasizes the critical need for the Air Force to remain relevant and capable of fighting alongside allies under enemy threats. It discusses the essential aspects of cost-effective air and missile defense, dispersing forces, fielding diverse defenses, and increasing airbase protection against different adversary threats, particularly highlighting the deficiency against the People's Liberation Army of China. The chapter also focuses on developing effective air-based defense strategies to ensure combat sortie generation under enemy fire, recommending a mix of tailored defense solutions and a holistic approach involving military, diplomatic, and intergovernmental efforts.