The Invincible Bomber-In Search of Loki's Arrow

reportActive / Technical Report | Accession Number: AD1015811 | Open PDF

Abstract:

The advent of the aircraft inspired some to think of airpower as a means of ending war in a quicker and more cost effective manner. The bomber became the manifestation of this idea. Prior to becoming Prime Minister of Great Britain, Stanley Baldwin opined there was nothing more fearsome than the bomber as it could get through enemy defenses. The idea that the bomber will always get through has been a hallmark of United States Air Force USAF doctrine.

Author(s):
Donatelli, David Ii H.
Author Organization(s):
Air University Maxwell Air Force Base United States
Descriptive Note:
Technical Report
Pagination:
0080

Security Markings

DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release;

RECORD

Collection: TR
Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_7_Protection; JCA_7.1.1_Prevent Kinetic Attack; JCA_7.1_Prevent; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_1.1_Force Management; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_7.2.1_Mitigate Lethal Effects; JCA_7.2_Mitigate; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5.3.1_Analyze Problem; JCA_1.2.4_Doctrine; JCA_1.2.3_Educating; JCA_1.2.6_Concepts; JCA_1.2.5_Lessons Learned; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_4.1_Deployment and Distribution; JCA_1.2.1_Training; JCA_1.1.1_Global Force Management; JCA_JCA_4.1.2_Sustain the Force; JCA_4_Logistics; JCA_5.4_Decide
Modernization Areas:
Space; Hypersonics; Cyber
Communities of Interest:
Air Platforms
Descriptor(s):
military organizations, aerial warfare, air power, anti radiation missiles, nuclear weapons, electronic countermeasures, national security, nuclear warfare, stealth technology, air force, military forces (united states), military forces (foreign), military doctrine, bomber aircraft
Report Date:
2015 Jun 01
Creation Date:
2017 Mar 24