The choice of appropriate capabilities is a key aspect in the realization of airpower. Achieving the full potential of airpower requires timely, actionable intelligence and sufficient command and control (C) capabilities to permit commanders to exploit airpower attributes. Airpower is a critical component of operations in the information environment. All Air Force actions, including written or spoken words and displayed or related images, have informational aspects that communicate some message or intent, which can be leveraged to support the achievement of JFC objectives. Shaping and leveraging those messages are integral to operations and planning.
