1. First he launches an invasion without adequate air support, then he makes the movement pay for it. 2. In the past, air support from the RAF base at Aden had been enough to keep the peace between the rival warring tribes. 3. The advancing ground troops were provided with substantial air support. 4. The planes provided tactical air support for the soldiers on the ground. 5. The advancing ground troops were provided with substantial air support, with fighter bombers attacking key installations in and around the city, including the airport. 6. American jets flew much lower than they have in recent days, apparently trying to provide close air support for alliance forces. 7. Annan, who headed UN peacekeeping at the time, said he was included in the decision to deny the air support. 8. As the special forces unit was withdrawing, it came under increased fire and called for air support, according to the report. 9. Both sides are making use of atomic weapons for tactical air support and in land battle. 10. A main mission of the aircraft and its five-person crew is to provide air support for troops on the ground. |