Mitchell Institute’s 2nd Annual Spacepower Security Forum 2023
On April 5, 2023, the Mitchell Institute Spacepower Advantage Center of Excellence hosted its 2nd Annual Spacepower Security Forum. Consolidated coverage of the event is accessible here
Spacepower Security Forum: Key Takeaways
The MISPACE Team chat about the 2nd Annual Spacepower Security Forum. From the Chief of Space Operations, Gen B. Chance Saltzman, talking about “Competitive Endurance” and Lt Gen Burt on the critical missile warning and tracking missions, to Maj Gen Miller discussing how to protect and defend space capabilities and more!
The Air Battle for Taiwan: Lessons Learned from Ukraine’s Drone Operations
The war in Ukraine has turned the world’s attention to the game-changing potential of networked, autonomous drone technologies. But to what extent are the lessons learned from Ukraine relevant to the Indo-Pacific theater? John Baum chats with drone experts Sam Bendett of the Center for Naval Analysis and Mitchell Institute’s own Dr. Caitlin Lee.
Thursday, April 6, 2023
Aerospace Nation
Lt Gen Richard Moore & Lt Gen Philip A. Garrant
The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies invites you to watch or listen to our Aerospace Nation event with Lt Gen Richard G….
Air and Space in the FY24 Defense Budget, China and Russia Update, and Fighters on the Brink: The Rendezvous
In this Rendezvous episode, we discuss Congress’ reaction to the FY24 defense budget submission, with a special focus on air and space power. We explore China and Russia’s increasing alignment, plus the latest developments in Ukraine. We round out the conversation discussing key trends with the Air Force’s fighter inventories, along with hot button topics that will garner significant attention on Capitol Hill this year, like engine options for the F-35 and future tanker plans.
China’s Diplomatic Ascent: Key Observations
John “Slick” Baum talks with China expert Daniel Rice about how the Asian superpower is gaining increased influence around the globe.
More Issues
Acquisition
Empowering actors at all levels with a smart set of options at the right time and place demands procuring the most effective, efficient, and resilient set of tools.
Airpower
No matter the mission, from air superiority and long range strike to air mobility and command and control, a broad range of missions executed in the air provide vital options at the strategic, operational, and tactical realms.
Budgeting
Resource investment must prioritize investments that will yield best value for the Air Force, Space Force, and national security establishment as a whole.
Nuclear
Strategic deterrence is the bedrock of the national security enterprise thanks to the virtues and value of the triad.
Strategy
Meeting national security requirements today and tomorrow requires insightful, creative approaches that prioritize America’s strengths, while not projecting undue vulnerability.