General Brown’s Accelerate Change or Lose

FUTURE AIRPOWER OPERATIONS
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Future Airpower Operations
Response to Josh (Question A)
Josh's answer to Question A thoroughly examines General Brown's inspirations for "Accelerate Change or Lose." He accurately notes that General Brown's memo aims to offer the USAF a revised vision in response to shifting threats and trends. He backs up his claim with historical instances, such as the US military's post-World War II economic and technological advantages that influenced its past tactics. The general's plea for change is consistent with recent changes in international security dynamics. Traditional military doctrines have been tested by the emergence of other competitors and the widespread use of cutting-edge technologies like hypersonic weapons.[Charles Brown Q. Accelerate Change or Lose, 2020: 5.]
Given how warfare is evolving, Brown's focus on dwindling resources, hostile rivals, and quick technological advancements is relevant. For instance, a reevaluation of preexisting paradigms is necessary in light of the increasing significance of cyberwarfare and the incorporation of artificial intelligence into military operations. Josh emphasizes the importance of adapting to the changing environment, but it is also important to stress the importance of collaborative operations. Modern battles frequently straddle multiple domains, including cyberspace, space, the air, and the sea. Brown's document emphasizes the necessity for a coordinated strategy that incorporates several disciplines to acquire a competitive advantage.[Thomas Carretta R. "US Air Force Pilot Selection and Training Methods." Aviation, Space, and Environmental Medicine 71, no. 9 (2000): 952.]
Response to Perez (Question B)
The answer given by Perez to the query regarding the greatest operational risk to upcoming joint air operations offers a thorough understanding of the difficulties modern military forces must overcome. Perez correctly emphasizes the significance of updating command and control systems through programs like Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2), but it is also critical to consider the wider context of new threats. The swift development of cyber warfare is one important concern that is not specifically discussed. Concern grows over the possibility of cyberattacks against command-and-control systems as nations become more linked and dependent on digital infrastructure. These assaults can obstruct communication, jeopardize sensitive data, and even skew decision-making procedures.[John Hoehn R. "Joint All-Domain Command and Control: Background and Issues for Congress." Congressional Research Service 46725 (2021): 5.]
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