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Liaison to Industry: Connecting Military and Private Sector
The conversation also delves into the narrator's role as a liaison between the military and the defense industry. Based in various capacities, he engaged with the procurement processes and development of military technology, particularly during a crucial time when fighter jets like the F-15 were being introduced to the Pacific region. As an Air Force liaison, he became a linchpin for communications among different sectors, connecting innovations with the backbone of military operations.