Combat Air Patrol ✰ < CERTIFIED >

A is a mission where fighter aircraft fly a patrol over an objective area, a protected force, or a critical combat zone to intercept and destroy hostile aircraft before they can reach their target. It serves as a defensive umbrella for land forces, carrier battle groups, or civilian assets. Core Objectives

: Missions are often coordinated by airborne controllers, such as those on AWACS aircraft, or ground-based control centers that provide situational awareness and authorize intercepts. Combat Air Patrol

: Establish a persistent presence near a fixed point or along a specific lane to prevent unauthorized airspace entry. Tactical Execution A is a mission where fighter aircraft fly

: To maintain a 24-hour presence, multiple flights of fighters operate in shifts. A single station often requires a four-fighter flight to be continuously manned. : Establish a persistent presence near a fixed