A Century of Liquid Rockets: Conversation with ULA's Chief Rocket Scientist John Reed — Ep. 285

Podcast: The Aerospace Advantage · The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies

Opublikowano: 2026-04-11

Episode Summary: This week we're talking about space launch. 2026 marks the 100th anniversary of liquid-fueled rockets, when Dr. Robert Goddard successfully pioneered the first launch from his aunt's farm in Auburn, MA. Like the Wright Brothers before him, Goddard’s breakthrough opened the door to a new domain and the exploration, operations, and economic development that have evolved ever since. Mitchell Institute experts and John Reed, the Chief Rocket Scientist at United Launch Alliance, discuss this milestone event, launch advancements over the past 100 years, the future of this technology, and why it all matters. Note re...