AIR FORCE Magazine -- August 1995

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August 1995, Vol. 78, No. 8
Editorial: Signs of a Revolution By John T. Correll The theory is that two factors--information technology and precision strike--are bringing about a basic change in the way wars are fought. Washington Watch: Surprise Package on Roles and Missions By John T. Correll The White Commission says that the traditional interservice disputes are "nonissues." It calls for more emphasis on joint operations and for "privatization" of support functions. Space Almanac Facts, figures, agency and system profiles, budget data, and other information about US and international space programs. Project Sapphire By John A. Tirpak US C-5s flew secretly into central Asia to bring out a vulnerable stockpile of weapons-grade uranium. Fifty Years Ago, Looking Back By Gen. T. Ross Milton, USAF (Ret.) A B-17 combat leader recalls the air war over Europe. Instant Replay Photos by Lans Stout Operating out of a dedicated instrumented range, the 125th Fighter Group takes on all comers. Sizing Up Tricare By Suzann Chapman Here's how the Pentagon's version of managed health care works out for the active force, dependents and retirees.	Buying Cheaper By John A. Tirpak When missions are rising and no real options remain to cut force structure or procurement, the Air Force has only one way to move. Just Build It At Readiness Challenge, building something from nothing was a normal day at the office. Congressional Veterans Affairs Establishment Photochart of Capitol Hill's veterans' affairs panel members. Clearing the Way for the Air Force Memorial The site will be on Arlington Ridge, a few hundred yards from the scene of the first military flight in history. AFA Nominees for 1995-96 By Toni Kuzma Candidates for national offices and the Board of Directors. Valor--Big Week: Day One By John L. Frisbee 2d Lt. Frederick Rawson's B-24 crew would fly its first, and last, combat mission, and copilot 2d Lt. James Lewis displayed valor that exemplified the week's operations.
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