


Golden Dome costs driven by interceptors, not launch, analysts say
A constellation of interceptors meant to counter low- and high-end threats would require a much more robust architecture than past estimates have assumed.

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Stratolaunch hits milestone with fully reusable hypersonic testbed
Both flights met all of the Defense Department’s performance benchmarks within a 1% margin, according to Stratolaunch CEO Zachary Krevor.

Report: Chinese Soldiers Linked to US Military Hacking Case
Two Chinese soldiers were “co-conspirators” in a plot to steal US military secrets, including designs for the F-35 stealth fighter and other warplanes, a Canadian newspaper reported Tuesday.

US Army Struggling To Keep Up With Needed Flying Hours
The Army continues to struggle to get all of its pilots the flying hours they need for training stateside due to budgetary constraints and amid the high operational tempo of rotary wing units, Maj. Gen.

Interview: Army Lt. Gen. Michael Williamson
The military deputy who manages what weapons and equipment get purchased for the Army is Lt. Gen. Michael Williamson. In an interview with Defense News, the three-star discussed how the Army plans to keep the force in top-notch condition and to keep talented personnel as the service crafts its fiscal year 2017 budget.

CBO: US Deficit To Rise to $544B in 2016
The federal budget deficit is projected to grow for the first time since 2009.

India To Evaluate Rafale for Navy
The Indian government has directed the Navy to undertake detailed briefings with Dassault Aviation regarding the Rafale.

Northrop Will Fly T-X Prototype This Year
Northrop Grumman plans to fly a prototype of its T-X concept this year ahead of an Air Force competition to replace T-38s

Report: Germany's Tornado Recon Jets 'Can't Fly at Night'
German Tornado jets deployed to Syria for reconnaissance missions can't fly at night, Bild daily reported

US Negotiator of Iran Deal Recounts 'Pain' Over Israeli Invective
The chief US negotiator of the Iran nuclear deal recounts the personal pain she felt by the Israeli government's opposition

Le Drian, Carter, Other Ministers To Discuss ISIS Strategy
French Defense Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian will hold two private meetings with Ash Carter on Wednesday when the US defense secretary visits
