China, Russia, and other adversaries can strike the U.S. through a range of air and missile technologies. In this episode, we discuss solutions with former NORTHCOM-NORAD commander Gen. Glen VanHerck, USAF (Ret.) and former USAFE commander Gen. Jeff “Cobra” Harrigian, USAF (Ret.); along with Mitchell Institute senior fellows Brig. Gen. Houston Cantwell, USAF (Ret); Charles Galbreath; and host Heather Penney.

This is especially important as the nation considers programs like Golden Dome. Air and missile defense is a deadly serious business. Competent defenses are not something that can be assembled on the fly as part of a “pick-up game.” It takes a smart strategy, thoughtful concept of operations, command and control, plus the right technologies to mount an effective defense. Above all, the real goal should be peace through strength—deterring hostile actions by our adversaries against our homeland.

Guests

Gen Glen D. VanHerck, USAF (Ret.)Former Commander, United States Northern Command and North American Aerospace Defense Command

Gen Jeffrey L. Harrigian, USAF (Ret.)Former Commander of U.S. Air Forces in Europe and U.S. Air Forces Africa

Brig Gen Houston Cantwell, USAF (Ret.)Senior Resident Fellow for Airpower Studies, Mitchell Institute

Charles GalbreathSenior Resident Fellow for Spacepower Studies, The Mitchell Institute Spacepower Advantage Center of Excellence

Host

Heather PenneyDirector of Research, The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies

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