InsideAIR Ep 96: NATO Air and Space Power and the RAF's Contribution
Aug 6, 2024
Air Marshal Johnny Stringer, the Deputy Commander of NATO's Allied Air Command, shares insights on NATO's air and space power. He discusses the importance of readiness in modern military operations and reflects on past disinvestments affecting air defenses. Stringer highlights the significance of Agile Combat Employment for rapid response and training adaptability. He also addresses emerging challenges like space security and the need for robust ammunition stockpiles, all while stressing the critical role of continuous learning in the RAF.
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How NATO Force Model Supports Air Power
- NATO's force model tiers readiness to 0–10 and ~10–30 day bands and reintroduces a high-readiness Allied Reaction Force.
- Air power priorities map to counter-A2/AD, integrated air/missile defence, resilient C2, information sharing and ACE.
Harden C2 And Share Data Fast
- Prioritise resilient, survivable air command-and-control and integrate air with land, maritime, space and cyber.
- Improve alliance-wide information sharing to optimise employment of assets like the growing F-35 fleet in Europe.
Contested EM And Space Are Back
- Operating in contested electromagnetic and space environments is again a core challenge for air forces.
- NATO must experiment imaginatively to evolve tactics, procurement and concepts against these threats.
