The use of air power by the United States and Israel in their military operations against Iran has been extensive and effective, targeting a wide array of Iranian military assets, including command structures and nuclear facilities. Operations such as Epic Fury and Roaring Lion have seen the US Air Force deploy over 30 types of combat aircraft and conduct tens of thousands of strikes, while the Israeli Air Force has executed over 10,000 airstrikes. Despite these efforts, the Iranian air defense remains operational, leading to questions about air superiority and the effectiveness of the air campaign. While the air strikes have decimated much of Iran's air capabilities, they have not achieved the anticipated regime change, highlighting a strategic flaw in relying solely on air power. The expectation that eliminating leadership would incite a popular uprising was a miscalculation. The conflict's resolution now depends on Iran's ability to withstand ongoing attacks, suggesting that the US and Israel may face a military defeat against an adversary that continues to resist.