Tactics and Techniques of Electronic Warfare

The air campaign against North Vietnam marked a pivotal moment in military aviation, showcasing the first integrated air defense system featuring radar-controlled guns and surface-to-air missiles. Initially challenged by these defenses, the U.S. Air Force eventually succeeded through advanced electronic countermeasures such as jamming and Wild Weasel operations. Notably, during Linebacker II, B-52s effectively overcame the sophisticated Soviet-supplied defenses, achieving a lower kill rate than those seen in World War II, and setting the stage for future USAF tactics in neutralizing enemy defenses.