The editors of PROCEEDINGS traveled to the Pentagon to chat with the Navy's "Air Boss," VADM Mike Shoemaker. Topics Bill and Ward discussed with the Admiral include the T-45's oxygen problem (and how it could affect career paths), the wars in Syria and Iraq, the Ford's growing pains, budget issues, and how drones will play in the carrier war of the future.

PROCEEDINGS interview with ADM Shoemaker

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PROCEEDINGS interview with ADM Shoemaker

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