Quesada the conqueror

Article Abstract:

Pete Quesada, commander of fighter-bomber air support for the Normandy campaign, is remembered as a genius of air warfare execution. He had an insatiable appetite for new technology, which led him push his IX Fighter Command to a stunning rate of innovation in the tactics and techniques of air warfare.

Management dynamics, Executive changes & profiles, Management, Officials and employees, Appreciation, United States. Air Force, Company business management, Commanders, Quesada, Pete

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Eyes wide open

Article Abstract:

The performance of the RQ-4 Global Hawk unmanned aerial vehicle in the Operation Iraqi Freedom has drawn much praise and has marked a significant step forward for long-range, high altitude unmanned reconnaissance. The reasons that led to the making of the Hawk are described.

Evaluation, Drone aircraft, Unmanned aerial vehicles

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Bombs on target

Article Abstract:

Success in the air-ground domain depends on good command relationship and on harmonizing tactical and operational concepts. Modern combat requires a ground warrior with enough knowledge of airpower to be able to integrate it into a battle plan.

Technology application, Military aspects, Combat support, Afghanistan Conflict, 2001-, Iraq War, 2003-

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