BLUF

This article asserts that although the F-35A and F/A-18F are important assets, they lack the necessary range to defend Australia’s air and sea approaches effectively; and the B-2A is well suited to meet Australia’s capability requirements.

Learning Outcomes 

  • Broaden knowledge of issues affecting the Indo-Pacific Region, including the defence of Australia’s air and sea approaches.
  • Awareness of how aerial capabilities are necessary to strengthen national defence amidst growing regional tension.
READ: Australia should talk to Washington about buying B-2 stealth bombers

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