Top Officer Addresses Air Force's Role In Irregular Warfare

Gen. Norton Schwartz, currently commander of U.S. Transportation Command, has been nominated to be the next Air Force chief of staff. Sheila Vemmer / Staff

From Air Force Link:

As combat requirements evolve, so must the Air Force's unique capabilities to engage the enemy, the service's top officer said.

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz discussed the role of Airmen in counterinsurgency operations and irregular warfare April 24 at the Brookings Institution here.

During the event, hosted by the 21st Century Defense Initiative, General Schwartz answered audience questions and spoke about the challenges the Air Force will face while combating more sophisticated insurgencies and future irregular threats. He also noted one of the Air Force's most formidable assets: Airmen.

"Today's Airmen are truly remarkable," General Schwartz said. "There's no lack of talent out there. It's our responsibility as leaders to ensure we lead (our Airmen) well, train them properly and that we're honest with them."

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