Luftwaffe close air support. Schlachtgeschwader 77 (SG 77) was a Luftwaffe close air support Geschwader during World War II. 4 This essay will analyze the fight for air superiority during Operation HUSKY (the invasion of Sicily) and the subsequent impact of the ability of Allied airpower to contribute to the land offensives. D. It involves the use of aircraft, typically fighter jets or attack aircraft, to engage targets such as enemy troops, vehicles, or fortifications that are near friendly forces. German infantry, aided by Luftwaffe close air support, routed the inexperienced Americans. The German success in this field was not due to superior technology or a massive commitment of resources, but rather due solely to superior doctrine and training. Harvey The traditional account of the Royal Air Force's neglect of close air support in the interwar years, as well as misrepresenting German achievements in this area, overlooks the amount of attention given to the subject in the RAF and the extent to which at least some of the intrinsic problems of close sup port aviation were appreciated. The Luftwaffe conducted extensive bombing campaigns against Soviet cities and infrastructure, and also provided close air support for German troops on the ground. Feb 24, 2015 ยท Introduction So, Kameraden, in honour of our recent victory, High Command have authorized a wider release of Close Air Support from reserve. Whether it’s attacking strategic targets or defending against enemy air attacks, the Luftwaffe’s close air support played a vital role in making Blitzkrieg a swift and effective warfare method. wjxa2l aj5j am j6r hyhs3 kscm fzeh0ga wm4te 9syj n9ot