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INTO THE 2030s: THE FUTURE OF AUSTRALIAN AIRPOWER

Shaping the future of Australian airpower in the era of great-power competition.

EDITOR'S LETTER

Shaping the future of Australian airpower

In an era defined by rapid technological evolution and geopolitical flux, the significance of airpower in Australia’s defence strategy cannot be overstated. As we navigate the complexities of the Indo-Pacific region, air superiority remains a cornerstone of national security, enabling deterrence, rapid response, and operational dominance.
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EDITOR'S LETTER

Shaping the future of Australian airpower

In an era defined by rapid technological evolution and geopolitical flux, the significance of airpower in Australia’s defence strategy cannot be overstated. As we navigate the complexities of the Indo-Pacific region, air superiority remains a cornerstone of national security, enabling deterrence, rapid response, and operational dominance.
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