Combat Basics

"The airplane is simply a gun platform, and its primary purpose is to maneuver the guns into a position to destroy the enemy. The pilot’s job is to use the airplane as a weapon, guiding it to aim and fire the guns effectively. In this sense, the aircraft and pilot are merely tools to deliver ordnance to the target."
Shaw, R. L. (1985). Fighter Combat: Tactics and Maneuvering. Naval Institute Press.

Note: This is a very brief overview on Combat, it is heavily recommended that you take a look at the additional resources posted. These resources are posted below the PDF. (More resourced and training pages to come!)