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Air policing

Air policing is a military activity where an air force monitors andsecures a country's airspace, ensuring no unauthorized aircraft enter. It involves patrolling, surveillance, and rapid response to potential threats or incursions, maintaining national security and sovereignty. Air policing can include early detection of hostile aircraft, intercepting them if necessary, and coordinating air operations to prevent or respond to aviation threats. This activity is crucial for safeguarding a nation’s skies against potential adversaries and ensuring safe and controlled airspace.