DEFAERO Strategy Series [Aug 19, 26] Steve Beckey on "Can the Defense Industrial Base Scale to Meet Unprecedented Demand?”

DEFAERO Strategy Series [Aug 19, 26] Steve Beckey on "Can the Defense Industrial Base Scale to Meet Unprecedented Demand?”

Author: Defense & Aerospace Report, sponsored by Bell August 19, 2026 Duration: 50:15
On today’s Strategy Series program, sponsored by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Steve Beckey of the Oliver Wyman consultancy joints Defense & Aerospace Report Editor Vago Muradian to discuss the report he co-wrote — with his colleagues — JD Kearney, Nathan Miller, and Tim Wickham — “The Defense Ramp-Up Reality Check: A $1 Trillion Question: Can the Defense Industrial Base Scale to Meet Unprecedented Demand?”

Every week, Defense & Aerospace Report cuts through the noise of global security and aviation news. Hosted by Editor Vago Muradian, this podcast goes beyond headlines to provide clarity and context on the forces shaping international defense and aerospace industries. Sponsored by Bell, the conversations feature candid interviews with top executives, policymakers, and leading analysts who are directly involved in major programs and strategic decisions. You'll hear discussions that break down complex acquisitions, technological shifts, and geopolitical developments affecting the sector. The aim is to understand not just what is happening, but why it matters and what might come next. For professionals, enthusiasts, or anyone interested in the intricate world of global security and flight, this series offers a direct line to expert insight. Tune in for a substantive, forward-looking analysis that treats these critical industries with the depth they deserve. This is a weekly audio briefing designed to inform and provoke thoughtful consideration on a fast-moving landscape.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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