A fictional ground-crew chief directs an unmarked fighter aircraft and a small support team on a forest highway converted into a temporary airstrip at dawn.

The Runway Is No Longer the Base: How Dispersion Is Rewriting Airpower and Deterrence

The effectiveness of modern airpower relies on resilience rather than inventory numbers. Lessons from Ukraine, Finland, Taiwan, and the U.S. show that dispersed operations, rapid logistics, and mobile command structures are vital for strategic survival post-attack. A networked approach with multiple support layers is essential for sustained combat effectiveness.

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