Weapons in Space, AI Predictions, and F-35 Readiness Gains: The Rendezvous — Ep. 310
This week, we assess what’s going on in our nation’s capital as elections grow near and the window for passing legislation is closing.
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The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies is proud to present The Aerospace Advantage, with former Air Force weapons school instructor and Thunderbird Lt Col (ret) John “Slick” Baum as th...
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20 of 222 episodesWant AF Airpower? Understanding Force Presentation — Ep. 309
The effectiveness of Air Force airpower ultimately comes down to how the service presents forces to the combatant commanders. Join us as we...
The Readiness Challenge: Can AI Help? — Ep. 308
Readiness is one of the biggest challenges facing the Air Force as Airmen strive to meet surging demand with an aircraft inventory that is o...
Air Combat Propulsion Update: Innovator Perspectives — Ep. 307
Jet propulsion is one of the most important technologies in airpower. We learn more about this topic with Peter Sommerkron, Vice President f...
Congress Back in Session, Space Launch Surge, and Massed Modular Aircraft: The Rendezvous — Ep. 306
Episode Summary: In this episode, our team reviews what's going on in DC as we enter the fall and election grow near. We also discuss the im...
Sanctuary Denied: Defending Air Bases from the Small UAV Threat — Ep. 305
Episode Summary: In this episode, Heather "Lucky" Penney and Brig. Gen. Houston Cantwell, USAF (Ret.) discuss the small UAV threat and how t...
So Others May Live: Inside the Combat Search and Rescue Mission — Ep. 304
In this episode, Heather ”Lucky” Penney talks combat search and rescue (CSAR) with Col. Michael ”Mongo” Kingry, Deputy Commander of the 31st...
Inside the EOU: Turning CCA into Combat Power — Ep. 303
Episode Summary: Collaborative combat aircraft are no longer just a concept. Airmen are now loading weapons onto them, controlling them in f...
Next Steps in Quantum: Innovator Insights — Ep. 302
Join our discussion with a technology leader demonstrating quantum capabilities, not in the lab, but on-orbit. Jay Lowell, the Chief Enginee...
Hill Update, Chinese Space Progress, and Airpower Attacks Falling Short: The Rendezvous — Ep. 301
Episode Summary: In this episode, our team reviews where the defense bills stand in Congress. We also discuss Lt. Gen. Schiess' confirmation...
Blueprint for 2040: Inside the Space Force's Objective Force Baseline — Ep. 300
Episode Summary: To secure the growing U.S. interests in space, it is imperative we have a capable and ready Space Force that can meet the c...
Air Force Reserve Update: Lt. Gen. Healy — Ep. 299
With combatant commands requesting record levels of Air Force airpower, it’s crucial to remember that success comes down to the Total Force:...
Next Generation Mobility: Blended Wing Body — Ep. 298
Episode Summary: Air Force leaders have clearly stated that it’s time to think about resetting their mobility aircraft inventory—both tanker...
Marking America 250: The Air and Space Power Journey — Ep. 297
Episode Summary: As America celebrates its 250th Anniversary, it's crucial to remember that air and space power have manifested some of our...
CCA Update: What Are the Next Steps? — Ep. 296
With the first increment CCA production contract now awarded, it is useful to review where the program stands.
What Lessons is China Taking from Epic Fury? Key Considerations — Ep. 295
Whether discussing Operation Epic Fury from a strategic, operational, or tactical vantage, there’s no doubt that China watched the conflict...
Allied Airpower Perspectives: Brig Gen Pierre Gaudillière, Commander of the French Air Combat Command — Ep. 294
The ties between the French Air Force and U.S. Air Force go back to the dawn of aviation. Brigadier General Pierre Gaudillière, Commander of...
Victory Through Production: Lessons from D-Day — Ep. 293
When the United States was drawn into WWII, it was wholly unprepared for conflict. By June 6, 1944, America was unleashing its burgeoning mi...
FY27 Budget, Space Force Launch, and the Future of Airpower — Ep. 292
Episode Summary: In this episode, our team assesses Congress' response to the FY27 defense budget request. We also discuss SDA's new leaders...
Epic Fury Lessons Learned: Lt. Gen. “Kooler” Krumm, USAF (Ret.) — Ep. 291
Episode Summary: Operation Epic Fury has yielded important lessons learned, especially when it comes to the increasing importance of electro...