The 'war' before the war

Article Abstract:

The US forces were engaged in undeclared air campaign, which set stage for the coalitions rapid victory over Saddam HusseinEs regime that in turn was aided by almost twelve years of combat air patrols in the Iraqi no-fly zones. Since the end of the first Gulf War, the US and Britain had flown hundreds of thousands of combats and support sorties over Iraq in two no-fly zones that enforced UN resolutions.

Hussein, Saddam, Religious leaders

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Send in the contractors

Article Abstract:

The Air Force is increasingly relying on contractors as a way to free up forces for more pressing duties. However, the threat of terrorism has raised concerns about whether it is wise for the military to rely on foreign workers at overseas installation.

Defense contracts, Antiterrorism measures, Government contract, Defence contracts

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Aerospace world

Article Abstract:

Worldwide Air Force news reports are presented. It includes news about increasing Iraqi attack on patrols, United States Air Force hoping to realign manpower and Russia planning military reforms.

United States foreign relations, Iraqi foreign relations, Air forces

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