China Aerospace Studies Institute
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China Aerospace Studies Institute (CASI) is part of the Air University at Maxwell Air Force Base, Montgomery, Alabama. CASI is a think tank dedicated to researching and understanding Chinese aerospace power, including the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force, Naval Aviation, Rocket Force, and space and cyber capabilities.
Mission
CASI's mission is to provide comprehensive research and analysis on Chinese aerospace capabilities, strategy, and doctrine to support U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and other governmental decision-makers in understanding and countering Chinese military advancements. CASI aims to demystify Chinese aerospace developments through open-source research and translation of Chinese military writings.[1]
Parent organization
CASI operates under the Air University, which is part of the Department of the Air Force. Air University is responsible for professional military education and research.[2]
Legislation
CASI was not established by specific legislation but was created under Air Force directives to address the need for specialized knowledge on Chinese aerospace capabilities.
Partners
- Various U.S. defense and intelligence agencies for collaborative research
- Academic institutions for joint studies on China's military
- International think tanks for broader strategic analysis
Number of employees
The exact number of employees is not publicly specified but includes researchers, translators, analysts, and administrative support.
Organization structure
CASI is structured to focus on:
Leader
The head of CASI is the Director of the China Aerospace Studies Institute.
Divisions
- Research Division for studying Chinese aerospace power
- Translation Division for Chinese language documents
- Analysis Division for strategic insights
List of programs
- "In Their Own Words" series for translating Chinese military documents
- Research publications on PLA Air Force, Rocket Force, and Space capabilities
- Workshops and conferences on China's aerospace strategy[3]
Last total enacted budget
Specific budget details for CASI are not publicly disclosed, as they are part of the Air University's budget.
Staff
Staff includes experts in Chinese military affairs, language specialists, and analysts with backgrounds in aerospace, strategy, and international relations.
Funding
Funding for CASI comes from the Department of the Air Force through Air University's allocation for research and strategic studies.
Services provided
CASI provides services like research papers, strategic analysis, translations of key Chinese military documents, and educational outreach to inform policy and military planning concerning China's aerospace developments.[4]
Headquarters address
55 LeMay Plaza South, Maxwell Air Force Base, Montgomery, AL 36112
History
Established in 2017, CASI reflects the U.S. Air Force's response to the growing need to understand and counter China's expanding aerospace capabilities. It was officially chartered by General Charles Q. Brown Jr. in July 2021 to enhance the U.S.'s strategic awareness of Chinese military advancements in air and space domains.
External links
References
- ↑ Air University (2025). "Mission". China Aerospace Studies Institute.
- ↑ Air University (2025). "About Us". Air University.
- ↑ Air University (2025). "Programs". China Aerospace Studies Institute.
- ↑ Air University (2025). "Research". China Aerospace Studies Institute.