Foreword

This edition of the Annual Report provides a comprehensive overview of the significant developments, projects, and research accomplished by the JAPCC in 2023. It also offers a glimpse into the exciting work we have planned for 2024 and beyond.

The studies and articles published over the past year serve as a testament to the JAPCC’s exceptional performance. Despite facing staffing limitations, we made strategic choices in 2023. Some of these choices were urgent and crucial, such as our support for exercise Ramstein Ambition. Others, while equally important, were less time-sensitive, such as the numerous articles and studies we completed. However, as an organization, the JAPCC recognizes the importance of investing effort into endeavours that may not yield immediate results but are vital for future solutions. This is why we actively contribute to NATO’s transformation through our involvement in the Warfare Development Agenda and AIRCOM’s five priorities.

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to our Sponsoring Nations for their unwavering support over the years. If your nation is not yet a Sponsoring Nation, I encourage you to consider joining the JAPCC. Our doors are open to both NATO and Partner Nations. By becoming a part of the JAPCC, you gain access to a unique network of experts in the Air and Space domains. Moreover, your participation allows you to contribute to influential decision-making processes at the highest levels within our Alliance. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us with any questions, feedback, or requests for support. We are here to assist you at any time.

Good Reading!

Paul Herber
Air Commodore, NE AF
Assistant Director, JAPCC