The Use of Air Power in Joint Maritime Operations

Abstract

Air power plays a big role in successful maritime operations. This fact is well recognized in Air Force doctrinal manuals and in the assignments of important maritime missions to the Air Force. However, integration of Air Force resources and efforts with those of Naval and Marine forces remains a difficult problem. Captain Bradley's study addresses this issue and offers several recommendations worthy of serious consideration. Captain Bradley's study is thought provoking and at times controversial. Whether we agree with his recommendations or not, he forces us to seriously consider a vitally important subject that demands increased attention. Major conclusions of this research are: 1) Establish joint maritime doctrine; 2) Determine the means of conducting maritime missions; 3) Get the equipment; 4) Ensure joint training and exercises; 5) Validate command arrangements; 6) Ensure working-level staff interaction; and 7) Provide doctrinal information. Keywords: Joint military activities; Naval warfare; Military doctrine; Military training; Air Force/Naval operations. (edc)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1985
Accession Number
ADA215914

Entities

People

  • Thomas Bradley

Organizations

  • Air University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Counter WMD
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aerial Warfare
  • Air Force
  • Boats
  • Combat Areas
  • Contingency Operations (Military)
  • Marine Transportation
  • Military History
  • Military Organizations
  • Military Science
  • Naval Aviation
  • Naval Operations
  • Naval Warfare
  • Navy
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Aerospace logistics and air mobility.
  • Joint Military Operations and Doctrine.
  • Maritime and Naval Warfare Studies