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100			_aGRAY Captain Peter _eAuthor
245			_aAir Power in the Modern World - Myths and Challenges/ _cCaptain Peter Gray
260			_c2024
520			_aIn the contemporary security landscape, air power remains a pivotal element of military strategy, yet it is often surrounded by myths that can obscure its true capabilities and limitations. This paper by Group Captain Peter Gray critically examines prevalent misconceptions regarding air power, including the belief in its absolute dominance and precision in warfare. It highlights the challenges posed by evolving technological threats, such as advanced missile systems and unmanned aerial vehicles, which have democratized access to air defense capabilities for both state and non-state actors. Furthermore, the paper addresses the implications of budget constraints and geopolitical shifts on the future of air power, emphasizing the need for innovative strategies that integrate air, space, and cyber operations. By analyzing these myths and challenges, this work aims to provide a nuanced understanding of air power's role in modern conflicts and to advocate for a balanced approach to its development and deployment.
598			_aMODERN, AIR POWER, CHALLENGES
650			_aAIR POWER
650			_aMODERN
650			_aMYTHS
650			_aCHALLENGES
773			_gAir and Space Power Review, Volume 26, Number 2, 2024, Page: 30-45
856			_uhttps://raf.mod.uk/what-we-do/centre-for-air-and-space-power-studies/aspr/apr-vol3-iss3-1-pdf/ _zClick here for full text
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