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.

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Guest bios:

- 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

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Host bio:

David Perry, President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute

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Recommended Readings

- "Never Split the Difference" by Chris Voss

- "Origins of Victory" by Andrew F. Krepinevich

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Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll

Release date:

4 June 2026