DEFENCE DECONSTRUCTED PODCAST

June 05, 2026

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In the third episode of our series with the 1 Canada Air Division on Defence Deconstructed, David Perry sits down with the Commander, Major-General Chris McKenna, and the Chief Warrant Officer, Dipen Mistry. We talk about their roles in the division, current operational focus, and perspectives on RCAF modernization.

Guest bio:

• Major-General Chris McKenna is the Commander of the 1 Canadian Air Division
• Chief Warrant Officer Dipen Mistry is the Chief of the 1 Canadian Air Division

Host bio:

• David Perry is the President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute

Recommended Readings:

• Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss
• Origins of Victory by Andrew F. Krepinevich

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