Joint Warfare and the Army-Air Force Team
Abstract
The Army and Air Force are natural partners in the conduct of combat operations on and over land. Since day-to-day operations are intertwined, particularly in areas of service support, they often take this partnership for granted. It was forged during World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and most recently in the Gulf War. The most important teamwork occurs on the battlefield, where their combined capabilities produce a synergistic increase in joint combat power that provides a decisive advantage over an adversary. The Army-Air Force team is robust and forward looking, unequalled among the armed forces of the world. They intend to strengthen that partnership as they work together in the future. This article reviews issues discussed at the Army-Air Force Warfighter Talks of 1994 and 1995. Areas of concern that senior leadership of the services identified in December of 1995, using the working group as a point of departure, also are discussed. These issues are as follows: the role of the Joint Targeting Coordination Board (JTCB), joint control measures, command and control arrangements for air and missile defense, offensive counter-air and Theater Missile Defense (TMD) attack operations, and dual hatting of Joint Force Commanders. The Army-Air Force Warfighter Talks, as well as working group and interservice efforts, are each small steps towards greater understanding between the services. Improving connectivity, strengthening command relationships, and developing trust are key elements in ensuring the Army and Air Force remain the premier air-land team.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1996
- Accession Number
- ADA426644
Entities
People
- Dennis J. Reimer
- Donald R. Fogleman
Organizations
- National Defense University