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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... more

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Today, the U.S. Air Force is at a key inflection point when it comes to jet propulsion. Most of the service’s aircraft are flying with engines designed during the Cold War. Newer types are now multiple decades old. This is why the A... more

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The Air Force is facing a readiness crisis, one that threatens our airmen’s ability to prevail in a peer conflict. A key constraint is the inability to accurately replicate advanced adversary capabilities on open air, live fly range... more

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Marine veteran Andrew Bain spent the past 30 years living and working in Ukraine. He and Adm. Ihor Voronchenko (Ret), former commander of the Ukrainian Navy, join hosts Heather "Lucky" Penney and Lt. Gen. David Deptula, USAF (Ret.) ... more

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In this episode, Heather “Lucky” Penney talks to Lt. Gen. David Deptula, USAF (Ret.), Charles Galbreath, Kyle “Puma” Pumroy, Todd “Sledge” Harmer, and Anthony “Lazer” Lazarski about the top defense issues this month in Washington, D... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Shepro
Retired Air Force Lieutenant General and expert in aviation propulsion
Pratt & Whitney
Episode: Jet Engines at the Merge: Industry Insights — Ep. 264
Nick Master Yates
Former squadron commander and chief overseeing Air Force simulators
CAE
Episode: Fixing the Readiness Crisis: Better Training — Ep. 263
Matt Martin
Former RC-135 and MQ-1/MQ-9 pilot, current lead for C2 ISR and RPA portfolio at CAE
CAE
Episode: Fixing the Readiness Crisis: Better Training — Ep. 263
Admiral Ihor Voronchenko
Retired Commander of the Ukrainian Navy and former inspector of the Defense Ministry
Ukrainian Navy
Episode: Ukraine's Frontline: Inside Perspective — Ep. 262
Andrew Bain
US Marine Corps veteran who has spent over 30 years in Ukraine, training Ukrainian officers.
U.S. Marine Corps
Episode: Ukraine's Frontline: Inside Perspective — Ep. 262
Lieutenant General Dave Deptula
Dean of the Mitchell Institute and experienced military strategist
The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies
Episode: Ukraine's Frontline: Inside Perspective — Ep. 262
Colonel retired Kyle Puma Pumroy
Bringing perspectives from both military service and academia on current trends in space operations.
Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies
Episode: R&D vs Procurement Dollars, Chinese Gains in Space, and Small UAS Defense: The Rendezvous — Ep. 261
Sean Moriarty
CEO of Primer with extensive experience in leading technology companies
Primer
Episode: Artificial Intelligence and Aerospace Power: Industry Leadership Insights — Ep. 255
Leonard Law
Chief Product Officer at Primer
Primer
Episode: Artificial Intelligence and Aerospace Power: Industry Leadership Insights — Ep. 255

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Heather 'Lucky' Penney
Heather 'Lucky' Penney is the host and brings a wealth of knowledge from her background in military affairs and aerospace power discussions. She engages with various experts to provide in-depth analysis on current defense topics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 151 ratings
  • More a military needs money and is great show

    Highly biased pro weapons and use of power. I expect them to be more nuanced and less "this is why we need more to do this mission. And it is 100% fine and no nuance entertained". It is jingoistic with the most rudimentary perspective about laws and the international situation.

    Basically it's we love the military type show. Intellectually vapid. If you care about military tactics and operations but get smarter POV's on strategic thinking on other podcasts. then valuable. But it is so b... more

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    why do i need a nickname2
    United States5 months ago
  • Ukraine redefined air superiority

    I have the utmost respect for Lt Gen Deptula and your crew but the discussion on small UAVs was unfulfilling because the way they are being used in the Ukraine and Iran conflicts gives completely new need for localized air defense which you failed to address effectively with existing doctrine and force application.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Kevinneedstheword
    United States5 months ago
  • Disappointed

    Mocking concerns of AI killing schoolchildren is such a despicable take. Lost a subscriber thanks to JDUMB. The host seems cool, and overall great info, but letting that type of casually atrocious S slide is reprehensible.

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    thePeacePirate
    United States6 months ago
  • Show Request

    Hey team. Love the show. There was an episode a couple months ago regarding base defense. It was great from a strategic denial view. I haven’t seen much scholarship or press devoted to tactical and operational air base defense on the ground. (The USAF Security Forces mission sets). Do we think there’s no threat of small units of PRC or contracted militia origin who could impose casualties and loss on the hypothetically disbursed small bases across the pacific ? Are multi capable airmen ready fo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    worlds okayest officer
    United Statesa year ago
  • Scripted Dialogue

    Dialogue being scripted really takes away from the podcast and makes it seem like there is no real discussion happing. Disappointing because the topics and content is very interesting

    Apple Podcasts
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    Matt Sartty
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners value the expertise of the guests and find the discussions relevant and timely, particularly regarding current geopolitical tensions.
There are mixed reviews on the format, with some appreciating in-depth analysis while others criticize scripted dialogue.
The content is described as insightful and informative for those interested in military strategy and aviation.
Some listeners express that the discussions are heavily biased towards military perspectives, lacking nuanced viewpoints on certain topics.

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Artificial Intelligence and Aerospace Power: Industry Leadership Insights — Ep. 255
Q: What do you think is foundational to building that orientation or that sense-making?
The quality of information and the ability to assess it plays a crucial role in making effective decisions.
Fixing the Munitions Gap: Building the Bullseye — Ep. 249
Q: How does Bullseye fit within the General Atomic munitions portfolio?
Bullseye is unique yet complements existing products by leveraging proven components while fulfilling new military capabilities.
Fixing the Munitions Gap: Building the Bullseye — Ep. 249
Q: What is Bullseye?
Bullseye is a long-range precision missile capable of being launched from various platforms, including aircraft and ships.
Fixing the Munitions Gap: Building the Bullseye — Ep. 249
Q: How do you see the munitions gap faced by the US and allies?
The munitions gap is a result of defense industry consolidation and reduced stockpiles, leading to a need for rebuilding our capabilities through partnerships and technology integration.
Episode 232 — Air Combat Survivability Through a POWs Experience
Q: What kind of mindset did you have to adapt to survive this?
Survival is about the values instilled in you since childhood, and faith plays a crucial role.

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1. Steve Shepro
2. Nick Master Yates
3. Matt Martin
4. Admiral Ihor Voronchenko
5. Andrew Bain
6. Lieutenant General Dave Deptula
7. Colonel retired Kyle Puma Pumroy
8. Sean Moriarty

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