Ever Since the infamous Wright brothers built and experienced the first “manned, powered, sustained, and controlled flight by a heavier-than-air vehicle”, the world would never be the same, especially military wise (Hill 1). The airplane has been used in every major war since World War I. Controlling the skies is key when fighting a war because of having the ability to attack land units and navies with limited fear of being hit from surfaced units, if flown at high altitudes. The air plane’s role in the air force can be divided up into different categories reconnaissance and surveillance, fighters, bombers, and transporters.

Reconnaissance and surveillance are basically the same thing with few differences. Reconnaissance is used to monitor enemy units and “resources” but is done “sporadically” while surveillance does the same type

http://www.wpafb.af.mil/museum/modern_flight/mf.htm

The newest in Bomber technology is the B-2 spirit stealth bomber that was produced in 1988 is know for its highly penetrable abilities. It goes where no other bombers can go. The B-2's low observability is derived from a combination of reduced infrared, acoustic, electromagnetic, visual and radar signatures. These signatures make it difficult for the sophisticated defensive systems to detect, track and engage the B-2. “Many aspects of the low-observability process remain classified; however, the B-2's composite materials, special coatings and flying-wing design all contribute to its stealthiness.” The B-2 can travel without having to refuel for approximately 6,000 miles. Parson thinks improved missile technology will make bombers inferior to what they have been, but also thinks there will be specialized combat roles for bombers (165) (IQ 2).

Britannica Encyclopedia Online. Fighters, Bombers ,

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