The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies is proud to present The Aerospace Advantage, with Heather ”Lucky” Penney as the host. Every week, Lucky takes listeners into the world of aerospace power and help the audience understand what it takes to fly and fight in the sky, while also protecting America’s interests in space. Whether talking to top generals, standing on a flight line full of combat aircraft, looking at a rocket being prepared for launch, or hearing from those who have laid it all on the line in defense of the nation—this podcast will afford unprecedented access and insight into where the combat aerospace community is going and why.

The Aerospace Advantage
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The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies is proud to present The Aerospace Advantage, with Heather ”Lucky” Penney as the host. Every week, Lucky takes listeners into the world of aerospace power and help the audience understand what it takes to fly and fight in the sky, while also protecting America’s interests in space. Whether talking to top generals, standing on a flight line full of combat aircraft, looking at a rocket being prepared for launch, or hearing from those who have laid it all on the line in defense of the nation—this podcast will afford unprecedented access and insight into where the combat aerospace community is going and why.
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July 11, 2026
Next Generation Mobility: Blended Wing Body — Ep. 298
Heather "Lucky" Penney interviews Dan Da Silva about how JetZero's blended wing body technology revolutionizes future Air Force mobility aircraft and expands aerospace innovation.

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Host Dr. Brendan Morris interviews Air Force General (Ret.) Stephen Lorenz and Dr. Rebecca Grant about air and space power's pivotal role in America's 250-year journey of achievement and innovation.
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