A Broader Look at Dynamic Space Operations: Imposing Multi-Dimensional Dilemmas on Adversaries
November 6 2025
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November 13 2025
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Register NowWinning the Next War: Overcoming the U.S. Air Force’s Capacity, Capability, and Readiness Crisis
September 5 2025
Being technologically superior, numerically sufficient, and well-trained is key to success in the air. Yet today’s USAF is the oldest, smallest, and least ready in its history.
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In the News & Commentary
US General Dave Deptula to Delfi: A too cautious military response to Russian attacks could lead to tragedy – Exclusive
November 5 2025
Delfi.en | November 4, 2025
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Report: Space Force must accelerate work to field capabilities for dynamic space ops
November 5 2025
DefenseScoop | November 4, 2025
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Mitchell Institute: Dynamic space operations include more than just refueling and maneuver
November 5 2025
Inside Defense | November 4, 2025
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From on-orbit to launch, Space Force needs more focus on dynamic space operations
November 5 2025
Breaking Defense | November 4, 2025
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New Report: Space Force Must Take ‘Decisive’ Steps Toward Dynamic Operations
November 5 2025
Air & Space Forces Association | November 4, 2025
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What Will It Take to Recover Air Force Readiness?
November 4 2025
Air & Space Forces Magazine | October 29, 2025
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Ten-year fighter plan is aspirational without money to back it up, Air Force says
Inside Defense | October 30, 2025
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Former US fighter pilot warns America’s airpower edge is slipping as China builds a bigger, more capable, and readier force
Business Insider | October 30, 2025
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Air Force’s 10-year fighter jet report is missing key details, experts say
Defense One | October 29, 2025
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Trump-Maduro Tensions Rise as US Flies B-1 Bombers Near Venezuela
Times Now News | October 24, 2025
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New Report: Air Force Can’t Afford ‘Runaway’ R&D, Needs More Aircraft
Air & Space Forces Magazine | October 23, 2025
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Homeland Sanctuary Lost: Urgent Actions to Secure the Arctic Flank
Arlington, VA | September 4, 2025 — The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies is pleased to announce a new entry...
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Disconnected by Design: 5th- & 6th-Gen Aircraft in Disaggregated Collaborative Air Operations
Arlington, VA | August 29, 2025 — The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies is pleased to announce a new entry...
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Air Force Under Fire: Time To Own Base Defense
Arlington, VA | August 20, 2025 — The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies announces a new entry in its Forum...
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Reclaiming Air Superiority: The Urgent Case for Air Battle Management in Near-Peer Rivalry
Arlington, VA | June 26, 2025 — The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies announces a new entry in its Forum...
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Defending the Record on U.S. Nuclear Deterrence Rollout
Arlington, VA | March 31, 2025 — The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies hosted a rollout discussion on its Policy...
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On U.S. Nuclear Deterrence Rollout
Arlington, VA | March 31, 2025 — The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies hosted a rollout discussion on its Policy...
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Logistics While Under Attack: Key to a CCA Force Design
Arlington, VA | March 25, 2025 — The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies is pleased to announce a new entry...
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Air Force and Space Force Vectors for the Incoming Trump Defense Team
The priorities of DOD leadership and Congress during the Trump administration must be to rebuild and restore the Air Force to global preeminence. The same resolve will be required to fully resource the Space Force to achieve space superiority—to grow and catch up with the myriad requirements and expectations on America’s newest military service to ensure overall U.S. military success.
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