Reoptimization for Great Power Competition

Reoptimization for Great Power Competition

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“I’m extremely proud of the Space Force and all the good it has accomplished. But, as good as we are, as much as we’ve done, as far as we’ve come, it’s not enough. We are not yet optimized for Great Power Competition.”

~ Chief of Space Operations
Gen. Chance Saltzman 

Space Force & Air Force announce sweeping changes to maintain superiority amid Great Power Competition

The establishment of the U.S. Space Force was a direct response to threats arising from Great Power Competition in the space domain. Nevertheless, our legacy roots leave us sub-optimized for the security environment confronting us today, and we must finish fine-tuning the service to continue meeting its National Defense Strategy responsibilities

In early 2024, the Department of the Air Force unveiled sweeping plans for reshaping, refocusing, and reoptimizing the Air Force and Space Force to ensure continued supremacy in their respective domains while better posturing the services to deter and, if necessary, prevail in an era of Great Power Competition. Through a series of 24 DAF-wide key decisions, four core areas which demand the Department’s attention will be addressed: Develop People, Generate Readiness, Project Power and Develop Capabilities.

The space domain is no longer benign; it has rapidly become congested and contested.

We must enhance our capabilities, develop Guardians for modern warfare, prepare for the high intensity fight, and strengthen our power projection to thrive and win in this new era of Great Power Competition.

 

Video by Staff Sgt. Frederick Brown
Beale Auto Expo Reel (Music)
9th Reconnaissance Wing
May 18, 2024 | 0:56
A reel made from the Beale Auto Expo for Beale Air Force Base's social media. Intended to be played over "Comin in Hot" by Andy Mineo and Lecrae through Instagram music. Alternative copyright-free music was placed as an alternative on DVIDS. Beale Air Force Base held it's first Auto Expo May 18, 2024. Almost 500 vehicles were showcased alongside air craft, including the 99th Reconnaissance Squadron's iconic U-2 Dragon-Lady and the 1st Reconnaissance Squadron's T-38 Talon. The 940th Air Refueling Squadron also showcased their KC-135 Stratotanker. Over 8000 people from the local community and abroad were welcomed by the 9th Reconnaissance Wing demonstrating Beale's close relationship with the community and efforts at community engagement. The event also tested Beale's ability and gave lessons learned for their upcoming 2025 air show. (U.S. Air Force video by Staff Sgt. Frederick A. Brown)
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