Combat Air Patrol Today

: The process of moving from a defensive orbit to an active interception is known as a "commit," requiring coordination through a chain of command. Specialized CAP Types

CAP missions are typically conducted in a , which is a strategic flight pattern designed to maximize radar coverage toward a threat axis while staying within a safe operating distance. Combat Air Patrol

: To maintain a 24-hour presence, multiple flights of fighters operate in shifts. A single station often requires a four-fighter flight to be continuously manned. : The process of moving from a defensive