This book offers comprehensive study examining the evolution and practice of fighter controlling in modern air defence systems. It traces the historical development of air defence from its emergence to contemporary prominence, analyzing training methodologies and employment practices across different military organizations globally. Drawing on Indian military experience, the book provides detailed insights into fighter controllers' roles during wartime operations and peace-time incidents, and also includes:
- Comprehensive examination of fighter controlling as both art and science in modern warfare
- Historical analysis of air defence emergence and development across global military contexts
- Comparative study of fighter controller training and employment practices worldwide
- Detailed perspective on Indian military conflicts from fighter controllers' viewpoint
- Technical analysis of ground-based air defence systems and indigenisation processes
The book's analysis extends to ground-based air defence architecture, indigenisation efforts, and future challenges facing air defence systems in an evolving strategic environment.
This title has been co-published with Knowledge World Publishers. T&F does not sell or distribute the print versions in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri lanka.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Introduction
Preface
Acknowledgements
Table and Figures
Abbreviations /Acronyms
1. Overview: The Art and Science of Fighter Controlling
2. Historical Perspective: Emergence and Prominence of
Air Defence
3. Training and Employment of Fighter Controllers /Air Battle
Managers /Air Weapon Controllers Across the Globe
4. Indian Wars: Fighter Controllers' Perspective
5. Architecture of Ground-Based Air Defence Systems:
Indigenisation and Evolution of Air Defence Concepts
6. Peace-Time Incidents: Pockets of Severe Turbulence
7. Roving Eye: 'Ever Watchful'
8. Crystal Gazing: Challenges of the Future
Index
