Commentary
The Russian Air Force Is Hollowing Itself Out. Air Defenses for Ukraine Would Speed That Up
Mar 29, 2024
Designing and fielding a fleet of technologically superior military aircraft is often an imperative for national and regional security, but the cost involved in acquiring and maintaining such fleets places a significant burden on defense budgets and can impact a nation's ability to project force. RAND research has provided policymakers with essential evaluations and recommendations to implement cost savings in the design, acquisition, and fielding of military aircraft.