America 250

The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies is proud to launch “America 250: The Air & Space Power Story,” a new short-form podcast series highlighting how every U.S. state has contributed to the history and evolution of these domains. Timed with the Nation’s 250th anniversary, the series explores iconic places, people, and innovations that have fundamentally shaped airpower and spacepower. This ties to communities across the country.

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.

Podcast

New 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.

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Upcoming Event

Strategic 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.

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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In the News & Commentary

Gene Smith, Former POW and AFA Chair, Dies at 91

January 21 2026

Air & Space Forces Magazine | January 19, 2026

In the News & Commentary

NORAD exercise and Space Force missions highlight U.S. military role at Greenland’s Pituffik Space Base

January 21 2026

Defence Industry Europe | January 21, 2026

In the News & Commentary

From Victory Forgotten to Lessons Unlearned: Desert Storm, Strategic Drift, and the Combat Pilot Training Revolution

January 21 2026

Defense.info | January 19, 2026

In the News & Commentary

Trump Seeks ‘Decisive’ Options for Iran as Assets Move Into Middle East

January 21 2026

The Wall Street Journal | January 20, 2026

In the News & Commentary

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An Imperative for the Nation

America 250

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Mitchell Institute Airpower Forum

New Jersey

Strategic Attack: Maintaining the Air Force’s Capacity to Deny Enemy Sanctuaries

Pacific Threat Update: Taiwan Assessment

Gene Smith, Former POW and AFA Chair, Dies at 91

NORAD exercise and Space Force missions highlight U.S. military role at Greenland’s Pituffik Space Base

From Victory Forgotten to Lessons Unlearned: Desert Storm, Strategic Drift, and the Combat Pilot Training Revolution

Trump Seeks ‘Decisive’ Options for Iran as Assets Move Into Middle East

NORAD Exercises, Space Force Missions: What US Military Does in Greenland

Mitchell Institute In the News

Desert Storm At 35: Time To Relearn How America Can Win Wars

Not So Mighty Dragon: China’s J-20 Stealth Fighter Might Have an Engine Problem

2026 will test U.S. Air Force’s bet on drone wingmen

Trump’s Military Buildup in Caribbean Limits His Options in Iran

A $1.5 Trillion Defense Budget: Implications For The Air Force And Space Force

Industry awaits Space Force guidance on maneuverable satellite refueling

Space operations will become more dynamic this year

What to Know About the RQ-170 Drone, Venezuela, and Stealthy ISR

Recent Mitchell Institute Publications

Charting a Path to Space Superiority: The Cross-Domain Imperative

It’s Time to Invest: Enhancing Current and Future U.S. Air Force Airlift

A Broader Look at Dynamic Space Operations: Creating Multi-Dimensional Dilemmas for Adversaries

Winning the Next War: Overcoming the U.S. Air Force’s Capacity, Capability, and Readiness Crisis

Homeland Sanctuary Lost: Urgent Actions to Secure the Arctic Flank

Disconnected by Design: 5th- & 6th-Gen Aircraft in Disaggregated Collaborative Air Operations

Air Force Under Fire: Time To Own Base Defense

Reclaiming Air Superiority: The Urgent Case for Air Battle Management in Near-Peer Rivalry

About the Mitchell Institute

See an error or have feedback on our site?

An Imperative for the Nation

America 250

Listen Now

Mitchell Institute Airpower Forum

New Jersey

Strategic Attack: Maintaining the Air Force’s Capacity to Deny Enemy Sanctuaries

Pacific Threat Update: Taiwan Assessment

Gene Smith, Former POW and AFA Chair, Dies at 91

NORAD exercise and Space Force missions highlight U.S. military role at Greenland’s Pituffik Space Base

From Victory Forgotten to Lessons Unlearned: Desert Storm, Strategic Drift, and the Combat Pilot Training Revolution

Trump Seeks ‘Decisive’ Options for Iran as Assets Move Into Middle East

NORAD Exercises, Space Force Missions: What US Military Does in Greenland

Mitchell Institute In the News

Desert Storm At 35: Time To Relearn How America Can Win Wars

Not So Mighty Dragon: China’s J-20 Stealth Fighter Might Have an Engine Problem

2026 will test U.S. Air Force’s bet on drone wingmen

Trump’s Military Buildup in Caribbean Limits His Options in Iran

A $1.5 Trillion Defense Budget: Implications For The Air Force And Space Force

Industry awaits Space Force guidance on maneuverable satellite refueling

Space operations will become more dynamic this year

What to Know About the RQ-170 Drone, Venezuela, and Stealthy ISR

Recent Mitchell Institute Publications

Charting a Path to Space Superiority: The Cross-Domain Imperative

It’s Time to Invest: Enhancing Current and Future U.S. Air Force Airlift

A Broader Look at Dynamic Space Operations: Creating Multi-Dimensional Dilemmas for Adversaries

Winning the Next War: Overcoming the U.S. Air Force’s Capacity, Capability, and Readiness Crisis

Homeland Sanctuary Lost: Urgent Actions to Secure the Arctic Flank

Disconnected by Design: 5th- & 6th-Gen Aircraft in Disaggregated Collaborative Air Operations

Air Force Under Fire: Time To Own Base Defense

Reclaiming Air Superiority: The Urgent Case for Air Battle Management in Near-Peer Rivalry

About the Mitchell Institute

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