


Defense officials advocate for diverse target-tracking architecture
Defense officials say a moving target indicator capability that includes both air and space assets is needed until the department defines its architecture.

Space
Varda lands third space capsule, carrying key hypersonic flight data
Funded by AFRL, Varda’s W-3 capsule landed May 13 at Koonibba Test Range in South Australia.

Marines Face Role Players' Reflections During New Live-Fire Training
A new training system brings fully armed Marines face-to-face with live role players in dynamic training scenarios.

Pope Calls For End Of Arms Trade
WASHINGTON In a major address to the US Congress, Pope Francis today called for the end of the arms trade market, calling the profits gained in the defense market “drenched in blood.

US Air Force Will Likely Request CR Exemption For KC-46
If the Pentagon is forced to operate under a long-term CR, the US Air Force will likely seek an exemption for the KC-46.

Marine Raiders Will Continue Deploying To Sea With MEUs
MARSOC will continue to support military operations in every theater across the globe, including missions from the sea, as Marine special operators embrace post-war amphibious missions.

Marine 3-Star: Watch Ramadi To See the Corps' Impact
Expect Marines to remain fully engaged in the effort to combat the so-called Islamic State group in Iraq in the coming year, the head of Marine Forces Central Command said.

Top Marine Aviator: Budget Cuts Impede Readiness
A vigorous fight for money will define the year ahead for Marine aviation, according to the service's top pilot. At stake: the readiness of Marine aircraft, which has been spiraling downward for several years.

New Portable TRX Boxes Allow Marines To PT In the Field
Marines are now able to take a full-spectrum TRX workout anywhere they go.

Flight Deck Headset Compensates for F-35 Engine Noise
With the F-35 reaching initial operational capability for the US Marine Corps earlier this year, one firm is producing ways to reduce noise levels for support personnel and mechanics working on the jump-jet on deck.

Poland To Acquire Mobile Battlefield Recon Radars
Poland’s Ministry of Defense has launched a tender to acquire 104 new battlefield reconnaissance radars
