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Con Ops

The KC-130J and USMC Operations: The Maturing of the Osprey as a Partner for Change

Posted on January 16, 2014 | by Robbin Laird
01/16/2014
The KC-130J is evolving in its tactical role into an expanded multi-function multi-mission aircraft.
Posted in Con Ops, The Integrated Distributed Combat Force, What's New

Enhancing the Integration of the USCG with the USMC and the USN: Synergy and Mission Effectiveness as Key 21st Century Efforts

Posted on January 15, 2014 | by Robbin Laird
01/15/2014
As the USN-USMC teams disburses its assets, having USCG cutters as key elements able to work with those assets would be a very smart investment in the future.
Posted in Con Ops, Security, What's New

What are the Next Concepts in Air Warfare?

Posted on January 15, 2014 | by Robbin Laird
01/15/2014
Secretary Wynne looks at key aspects of the evolution of airpower.
Posted in Con Ops, What's New

Shaping A Distributed Operations Force for the Pacific

Posted on January 15, 2014 | by Robbin Laird
01/15/2014
Shaping distributed operations is the key template for Pacific defense.
Posted in Con Ops, What's New

Forager Fury and Force Insertion at Long Distance into a Contested Objective Area

Posted on January 15, 2014 | by Robbin Laird
01/15/2014
During Forager Fury II, the USMC projected power at long distance into a contested objective area.
Posted in Con Ops, Video, What's New

The Role of Expeditionary Logistics in Shaping New Combat Capabilities

Posted on January 13, 2014 | by Robbin Laird
01/13/2014
An expeditionary force is built from the ground up around its logistics system.
Posted in Con Ops, What's New

INS Vikramaditya: Latest Indian Carrier Arrives in Its Homeport

Posted on January 11, 2014 | by Caroline Teames
01/11/2014
The Indians are building out their navy to deal with 21st century security and defense missions.
Posted in Con Ops, Slideshow, What's New | Tagged INS Vikramaditya

The Role of COIN Air Forces in Shaping Partnership Possibilities

Posted on January 11, 2014 | by Robbin Laird
01/11/2014
Leveraging the Afghan transition via COIN air provides a building block for the future.
Posted in Con Ops, What's New
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