Understanding Concurrency: Secretary Wynne Discusses with the 33rd Fighter Wing

09/19/2013
2013-09-19 After his presentation to the leadership of the 33rd Fighter Wing, Secretary Wynne was asked to discuss the challenge of what is called concurrency. The answer by Wynne provided one of the best understandings of the reality of the approach taken in the modern aerospace industry. There would have concurrency…

Shaping a New Pilot Culture: Wynne and Berke Discuss the Way Ahead for Airpower

09/18/2013
2013-09-18 By Robbin Laird and Ed Timperlake The current Chief of Staff of the USAF has prioritized an IOC for the F-35 and the acquisition of the F-35. In Japan, he noted that:  “The F-35 is flying, it is a real thing, and progress is real,” he said.  Several countries, including…

Enhancing the Regional Role of Azerbaijan: A Key Consideraton for the United States

09/16/2013
2013-09-16 By Richard Weitz The Republic of Azerbaijan is a close U.S. ally since Azerbaijanis regained their independence following the Soviet Union’s collapse. It has become a prominent role model for Muslim-majority nations seeking to manage religious and ethnic differences in a harmonious and productive manner. Thanks to its secular…