Aerial combat refers to military engagements in the air between aircraft. It involves various tactics and maneuvers employed by fighter pilots to gain an advantage over opponents during air-to-air combat. This type of combat can occur in different scenarios, including dogfights, where individual aircraft engage each other in direct combat, or larger scale battles involving multiple aircraft. Aerial combat plays a crucial role in air superiority, which is the dominant position of one force over another in the airspace. Techniques in aerial combat may include evasion tactics, weaponry deployment, and strategic positioning. The effectiveness and outcome of aerial combat are influenced by factors such as pilot training, aircraft capabilities, and overall mission objectives.