Recommendations to avoid a strategic downgrading of Europe in the field of Combat Aviation
The report discusses the strategic risks facing Europe in the field of combat aviation and offers recommendations to maintain its independence and competitiveness.
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | Air and Space Academy |
| Authors: | Air Marshal Greg Bagwell, Antonio Viñolo, Bernhard Gerwert, Bruno Stoufflet, Chris Boardman, Christian Bréant, Claude Roche, David Marshall, Domingo Ureña-raso, Dr Georges Bridel, Dr Karl Von Wogau, General Carlo Magrassi, General Denis Mercier, General Guy Girier, General Jean-georges Brévot, General Manfred Lange, His Excellency Tomasz Orlowski, Ioan Mircea Pascu, Keith Mans, Lars Sjöström, Marko Erman, Olivier Zajec, Paul Stein, Pierclaudio Iaia, Prof. Holger Mey, Philippe Couillard |
| Geographic focus: | Europe |
| Page count: | 13 pages |
Methods
The research method involved analyzing discussions from a European Forum organized by AAE and CEAS, reviewing recent air warfare scenarios, and assessing the current state and future needs of European combat aviation. The report synthesizes these discussions and insights into recommendations for policymakers.
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Key Insights
The report by the Air and Space Academy (AAE) emphasizes the critical need for Europe to maintain an autonomous and effective combat aviation capability to ensure its strategic independence. It outlines the current state of European combat aviation, the risks of falling behind in technological advancements, and the potential strategic downgrading if no action is taken. The report provides a detailed analysis of the fundamental needs for combat aviation, the implications of NATO membership, and the emerging threats from other countries. It also addresses the economic and political aspects of the combat aviation industry in Europe. A roadmap with six key recommendations is proposed to avoid the strategic downgrading of Europe in this field, including the development of a European vision for air combat, focusing on skills and technical financing, and launching new fighter and UAV programs.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: English publication language | Europe geographic scope | air and space academy | air power independence | combat aircraft | combat aviation | defence | economic impact | economy | emerging threats | european development programmes | industrial base | industry | innovation | international cooperation | nato membership | political aspects | roadmap recommendations | security | space | strategic independence | technological advancements | technology