L18

Overview

The use of overwhelming force through a strike from the air lies at the heart of the ability of air power to influence the behaviour of adversaries and the strategic course of events. Strike  allows Air Force to hold a potential adversary force at risk,  deterring adversaries, disrupting their activities or defeating them by destroying their leadership, resources and capabilities.

Key Terms

Strike

An attack which is intended to inflict damage on, seize or destroy an objective.