Lt Gen David A. Deptula, USAF (Ret.)
Dean of the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies and retired USAF lieutenant general, providing strategic and operational analysis on airpower, force structure, and budget priorities.
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Jun 23, 2025 • 1h 4min
USAF Airpower Over Iran: Key Insights — Ep. 242
Joining the discussion are Lt Gen David A. Deptula, USAF (Ret.), a leader in aerospace studies; Douglas Birkey, executive director and strategist; and Mark 'Gonzo' Gunzinger, a former bomber pilot with Pentagon experience. They delve into the recent strikes on Iran, exploring the strategic significance and operational complexities of air and space power. The conversation highlights the importance of military readiness, advanced aircraft capabilities, and lessons from history to inform future strategies, emphasizing deterrence and the evolving landscape of modern warfare.
Apr 4, 2026 • 1h 8min
Epic Fury Insights, FY27 Defense Budget, and Spacepower Update: The Rendezvous — Ep. 284
Anthony "Lazer" Lazarski, a Washington insider on Congress and defense budgets; Todd "Sledge" Harmer, a Capitol Hill watcher focused on budget and policy; Jennifer "Boost" Reeve, a spacepower and missile warning expert; John "JV" Venable, an air and missile defense analyst; Lt. Gen. David Deptula (Ret.), a strategic airpower leader. They discuss Operation Epic Fury, FY27 defense budget fights, space situational awareness, and urgent procurement and readiness priorities.
Mar 8, 2025 • 50min
Episode 226 — AFA Colorado 2025 Recap: Key Takeaways for Air & Space Power
Join Lt Gen David A. Deptula, Dean at The Mitchell Institute, Gen Kevin P. Chilton, spacepower expert, and Charles Galbreath, resident fellow on space studies, as they dive into insights from the AFA Warfare Symposium. They discuss the urgent need for improved space domain awareness and the strategic importance of next-gen munitions for Pacific conflicts. The episode highlights challenges in military resource allocation and the interdependence of air and space operations for national defense, alongside lessons learned from the Ukraine conflict.
