The Arctic, one of the planet’s last frontiers, and one that’s rapidly evolving as climate change reshapes this vital region.
The shifting ice is bringing new opportunities, but also new risks. Beneath the melting layers of permafrost, the Arctic is transforming from an isolated icy expanse into a stage for global competition.
Potential trade routes are opening up, resource opportunities are emerging, and the major players on the world stage are watching closely. Among them, Russia and China are stepping up their Arctic presence, which has spurred the United States to fortify its own position to safeguard its interests in the region.
Today, we’ll examine how the United States Department of the Air Force is taking on this challenge in one of the toughest environments on Earth.
Chapters:
00:00 One of the planet’s last frontiers
01:09 A new global arena
03:15 Arctic operations and essential preparations
03:37 Clearing runways and de-icing aircraft
05:07 Preparing airmen for the cold
06:12 Keeping an eye on Arctic skies
07:53 Modernized equipment and rapid-response aircraft
10:00 Guarding the strategic frontier
10:41 Coming up next
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~Mike
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