Airpower Doctrine: Why Air Superiority Matters in Modern Warfare

A recent argument in the defense press contends that the US Air Force is buying the wrong kind of airpower, prioritizing air denial over air superiority. The author argues that air superiority is essential for joint operations and war-winning objectives, and that the US Air Force should focus on achieving control of the air to protect naval forces and sustain operations across distance. The article cites examples from the Ukraine and Iran conflicts to support its argument.