June 1988
Vol. 71, No. 6

Highlights from the June 1988 Issue
Where’s the Threat?
New Clout for the CINCs
The Disputed Issue of Risk
An Air Force for the Lean Years
The Uncertain Lifeline
Any Time Any Place
America’s Headhunter Allies
Defense Posture at a Glance
Complete Contents of June 1988 PDF
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New Clout for the CINCs
The 1986 reorganization gave the warfighting commanders a much stronger voice.
The Disputed Issue of Risk
The stage is set for a showdown debate on US defense posture.
An Air Force for the Lean Years
Budget cuts threaten the gain USAF has made in force effectiveness.
What's Bugging the Troops
USAF's top enlisted man describes the five issues of greatest concern.
Features
Where's the Threat?
It's a mistake to believe that the Soviet Union suddenly means us well.
Any Time, Any Place
SOFs are learning to function together in their new unified command.
The Microelectronics Revolution Rolls On
The mind-boggling progress so far is just a beginning.
America's Headhunter Allies
In World War II, Japanese invaders ran into an additional enemy in Burma.
Viewpoint: Empty Options
Limiting military commitments sounds sensible-until you examine the choices.
Jane's All the World's Aircraft Supplement
Valor: First at Balikpapan
The 380th Bomb Group flew three of the most daring missions of World War II.
Iron Gate's Silver Anniversary
Air Force Secretary Aldridge receives this year's Kriendler Award.
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