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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Focus on Deterrence
- Deterrence should be the primary focus of airpower capabilities.
- Analysis and net assessment have evolved rapidly, aiding in balancing platforms, weapons, and kill chains.
Evolving Air Superiority
- Air superiority is crucial for joint force success, but complete dominance is no longer guaranteed.
- The focus is on episodic and temporary air superiority or localized pockets to enable specific operations.
Family of Systems Approach
- Maintain a family of systems approach for long-range strike capabilities, like B-21 and B-52.
- Uncrewed systems like CCA can contribute to this system, enhancing overall force effectiveness.