Operations.

The article discusses factors to consider in the imposition of no-fly zone operations. It explains the impact of the nature and density of adversary air defenses, the quantity and quality of adversary air assets, geography, and availability of friendly assets on the establishment of a no-fly zone. It shows the importance of understanding an adversary's strategy and tactic, responses, concept of operations and rules of engagement to informing the objectives of a no-fly zone operation.