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The Aerospace Advantage

by The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies
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  • Tidal Wave: Understanding the Ploiești Raid — Ep. 312

    October 17, 2026 · 1 hr 1 min

    Episode Summary: On August 1, 1943, 178 B-24s flew an incredibly daring strike against Axis oil refineries in Ploiești, Romania. The mission saw the loss of 54 bombers and nearly 500 airmen. Five individuals received the Medal of Honor…

  • GPS Update: What Does the Future Hold? — Ep. 311

    October 10, 2026 · 32 min

    Episode Summary: The Global Position System (GPS) is deeply engrained in modern life, both civil and military. It's so ubiquitous that most people take it for granted. This technology is the worldwide “gold standard” for precision…

  • Weapons in Space, AI Predictions, and F-35 Readiness Gains: The Rendezvous — Ep. 310

    October 3, 2026 · 58 min

    Episode Summary: 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. We also discuss the SECAF's announcement regarding weapons in space, plus his thoughts…

  • Want AF Airpower? Understanding Force Presentation — Ep. 309

    September 26, 2026 · 43 min

    Episode Summary: The effectiveness of Air Force airpower ultimately comes down to how the service presents forces to the combatant commanders. Post-9/11 operations saw units sliced and diced based on smaller unit type codes and individual…

  • The Readiness Challenge: Can AI Help? — Ep. 308

    September 19, 2026 · 46 min

    Episode Summary: Readiness is one of the biggest challenges facing the Air Force as Airmen strive to meet surging demand with an aircraft inventory that is old and small. Service leaders have prioritized boosting readiness, which involves…

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About the show

The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies is proud to present The Aerospace Advantage, with Heather ”Lucky” Penney as the host. Every week, Lucky takes listeners into the world of aerospace power and help the audience understand what it takes to fly and fight in the sky, while also protecting America’s interests in space. Whether talking to top generals, standing on a flight line full of combat aircraft, looking at a rocket being prepared for launch, or hearing from those who have laid it all on the line in defense of the nation—this podcast will afford unprecedented access and insight into where the combat aerospace community is going and why.