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Ep 96: NATO Air and Space Power and the RAF's Contribution

Aug 6, 2024
Air Marshal Johnny Stringer, the Deputy Commander of NATO's Allied Air Command, shares insights on NATO's air and space power. He discusses the importance of readiness in modern military operations and reflects on past disinvestments affecting air defenses. Stringer highlights the significance of Agile Combat Employment for rapid response and training adaptability. He also addresses emerging challenges like space security and the need for robust ammunition stockpiles, all while stressing the critical role of continuous learning in the RAF.
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INSIGHT

NATO Air And Space Oversight

  • NATO Allied Air Command coordinates air and space defence for 32 nations from Ramstein, including integrated air and missile defence 24/7.
  • The command covers Europe from the Kola Peninsula to Turkey and optimises deployment for deterrence and defence.
INSIGHT

Peace Drove Risky Disinvestment

  • Decades of peace led to disinvestment in equipment and conceptual thinking about high-end threats.
  • The evolving threat spectrum now spans weaponised drones to ballistic missiles requiring renewed conceptual investment.
ADVICE

Adopt Agile Combat Employment Now

  • Embrace the Air Operating Concept and Agile Combat Employment to ensure forces can fly, fight and win at pace.
  • Rebuild agility, rapid sustainment and distributed operations now to deter adversaries before conflict starts.
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