Mitchell Institute Airpower Forum
January 29 2026
This year, top Air Force leaders discuss the realities of the threat environment and corresponding operational requirements that demand enhanced readiness, new technologies, modern operational concepts, and corresponding strategies.
Watch & ListenNew Jersey
January 21 2026
This week, we visit New Jersey and explore a site where U.S. Army scientists first bounced radar waves off the moon in a quest to detect ballistic missiles. We also discuss how a B-17 relic embodies dedication to duty, sacrifice, and remembrance.
Listen NowStrategic Attack: Maintaining the Air Force’s Capacity to Deny Enemy Sanctuaries
February 9 2026
Join us for our latest Policy Paper Release featuring Gen. Tim Ray where our team will discuss the topic of enemy sanctuaries.
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In the News & Commentary
US wins against Russian and Chinese air defenses in other countries may risk teaching the wrong lessons
January 26 2026
Business Insider | January 25, 2026
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In the News & Commentary
US doubles down on F/A-XX fighter to hold China at bay
January 26 2026
Asia Times | January 23, 2026
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In the News & Commentary
Vice Chief: Space Force Should Be Thinking About Cislunar ‘a Lot Right Now’
January 26 2026
Air & Space Forces Magazine | January 22, 2026
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In the News & Commentary
Trump demands ‘decisive’ Iran options as US carrier group approaches
January 26 2026
Israel Hayom | January 21, 2026
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In the News & Commentary
AFA Launches ‘Ones to Watch’ Innovation Recognition Program
January 26 2026
Air & Space Forces Magazine | January 21, 2026
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Podcast
Pacific Threat Update: Taiwan Assessment
January 24 2026
The global security environment is near a fever pitch, but China remains the focal threat facing the United States. The dominant issue shaping that challenge is Taiwan. Join us for an in-depth assessment as Mitchell Institute’s Mike Dahm discusses his recent trip to the region.
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Gene Smith, Former POW and AFA Chair, Dies at 91
Air & Space Forces Magazine | January 19, 2026
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NORAD exercise and Space Force missions highlight U.S. military role at Greenland’s Pituffik Space Base
Defence Industry Europe | January 21, 2026
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From Victory Forgotten to Lessons Unlearned: Desert Storm, Strategic Drift, and the Combat Pilot Training Revolution
Defense.info | January 19, 2026
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Trump Seeks ‘Decisive’ Options for Iran as Assets Move Into Middle East
The Wall Street Journal | January 20, 2026
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NORAD Exercises, Space Force Missions: What US Military Does in Greenland
Air & Space Forces Magazine | January 20, 2026
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Not So Mighty Dragon: China’s J-20 Stealth Fighter Might Have an Engine Problem
19FortyFive | January 13, 2026
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Recent Mitchell Institute Publications
Charting a Path to Space Superiority: The Cross-Domain Imperative
Arlington, VA | December 9, 2025 — The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies is pleased to announce a new entry...
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It’s Time to Invest: Enhancing Current and Future U.S. Air Force Airlift
Arlington, VA | December 2, 2025 — The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies is pleased to announce a new entry...
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A Broader Look at Dynamic Space Operations: Creating Multi-Dimensional Dilemmas for Adversaries
Arlington, VA | November 6, 2025 — The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies is pleased to announce a new entry...
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Winning the Next War: Overcoming the U.S. Air Force’s Capacity, Capability, and Readiness Crisis
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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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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