The Mitchell Institute’s Aerospace Nation Podcast Power Projections Imperative | 1st Annual Airpower Futures Forum
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Mar 7, 2025 Join Lt Gen Michael Koscheski, Deputy Commander of the Air Combat Command, Maj Gen Jason Armagost, Commander of the 8th Air Force, Doug Young from Northrop Grumman, and Billy Ray Thompson of RTX as they delve into the future of air power. They discuss the shift from traditional air dominance to modern strategies, the evolution of the B21 program, and the importance of unmanned systems. The conversation also highlights advancements in targeting complexities and the necessity for adaptive munitions in an era of great power competition.
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Balancing Airpower Capabilities
- The Air Force is re-optimizing for great power competition and conflict, requiring tough choices.
- Balancing standoff and stand-in capabilities across all mission areas is crucial.
Stand-in vs. Standoff Forces
- Stand-in forces refer to penetrating forces, while standoff forces represent the general-purpose Air Force.
- Networks and integration are key to decisive advantage, combining the strengths of both.
B-21 Program Focus
- The B-21 program prioritized affordability, lethality, and access from its inception.
- Flexibility is key, using open mission system architecture and agile software development.