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09/23/2025
I talked with Tom Webster of Textron Aviation Defense on July 15, 2025 about the legacy of combat pilot training and the reshaping of that approach to embrace the fifth generation and multi-domain combat pilots needed for the high-end fight. This article deals with the first part of our conversation which focused on the legacy approach and the demands that are driving the need for change. The second part focuses on the key building blocks…
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