Przegląd sojuszniczych zdolności obronnych z obszaru lotnictwa w kontekście inicjatywy Smart Defence

The ongoing economic crisis forces seeking solutions enabling the development of NATO's defence capabilities in the era of cuts in defence budgets. An example of this is Smart Defence initiative, which allows member states to participate in multinational projects oriented into the needs of the whole NATO. Capabilities in the area of aviation are considered as one of the key priorities of NATO, so many projects in Smart Defence initiative relate to aviation. The article is divided into two parts. The first presents the key assumptions of Smart Defence initiative, it also points out its limitations. The second part reviews the major programs and initiatives in the area of aviation enhancing NATO’s defence capabilities.