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Bad Idea: Space-Based Missile Interceptors
December 19, 2017 | Thomas G. Roberts
In Aerospace Security

The idea of space-based missile interceptors is not new nor prohibited, but it is a bad idea. This piece looks beyond the policy arguments and explores the inefficiencies and vulnerabilities of space-based missiles.

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U.S. Air Force Helicopters 101
December 5, 2017
In Aerospace Security A brief overview of the helicopters currently in the inventory of the U.S. Air Force, including airframe specs, fiscal data, and mission characteristics.

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U.S. Air Force Fighter/Attack Aircraft 101
December 5, 2017
In Aerospace Security A brief overview of the Fighter/Attack aircraft currently in the inventory of the U.S. Air Force, including airframe specs, fiscal data, and mission characteristics.

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Air Force Organization 101
December 5, 2017
In Aerospace Security What’s the difference between a Wing, Gorup, and Squadron? Learn more about the organization of the U.S. Air Force from one of CSIS’ Military Fellows, Jesse Friedel.

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Stealth 101
December 5, 2017
In Aerospace Security Stealth capabilities have significantly impacted the way in which the U.S. Military operates. This Aerospace 101 feature explores the fundamentals of stealth as a strategic capability for any military.

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U.S. Air Force Bombers 101
December 5, 2017 | Kaitlyn Johnson
In Aerospace Security What bomber aircraft does the United States Air Force have in its arsenal and what are their capabilities?

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U.S. Launch Vehicles 101
December 4, 2017 | Kaitlyn Johnson
In Aerospace Security This Aerospace 101 piece gives a brief overview of operational, or soon-to-be operational, launch vehicles developed by American companies, sometimes with government aid.

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Popular Orbits 101
November 30, 2017 | Thomas G. Roberts
In Aerospace Security Not all satellite orbits are created equal. This Aerospace 101 describes the most popular orbital regimes and their benefits and drawbacks.

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U.S.-DPRK Negotiations and North Korean Provocations
October 2, 2017 | Victor Cha
In Beyond Parallel

The debate over how to deal with North Korea’s nuclear program has been raging for nearly 25 years. CSIS's Beyond Parallel collected information on negotiations between the U.S. and North Korea to see if there are any trends that can shed light on the present nuclear...


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A Blueprint for Fisheries Management and Environmental Cooperation in the South China Sea
September 13, 2017
In Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative

This is the first product of the CSIS Expert Working Group on the South China Sea, which seeks to chart a feasible model for claimants to manage the maritime disputes.

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Confirming the Chinese Flotilla Near Thitu Island
August 17, 2017 | Gregory B. Poling

On August 15, Philippine Congressman Gary Alejano released photographs of Chinese vessels that he claimed had been operating within 1 to 3 nautical miles of Philippine-occupied Thitu Island. AMTI imagery and analysis shines some light on the situation.

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Unmanned Aerial Systems Military Incidents
August 7, 2017 | John Schaus, Kaitlyn Johnson
In Aerospace Security

This interactive map explores incidents involving unmanned aerial systems (UAS) in conflict areas.

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