Heather “Lucky” Penney is joined by Dr. Michael Gregg, Director at AFRL, and Chris Flynn, VP of Military Development at Pratt & Whitney. They dive into the critical role of jet propulsion and America's historical dominance in military jet engine technology. The conversation highlights the collaborative efforts between government and industry, the evolution from turbojets to modern turbofans, and the strategic transition to next-generation engines. They also discuss the challenges of integrating innovations while addressing modern combat requirements.