Allvin calls Ukraine drone strikes a wake-up call for US air defense
The Air Force's top uniformed leader said that planners need to consider vulnerabilities at military sites once thought untouchable by enemy forces.
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Pentagon prize challenge seeks ‘ready-now’ uncrewed systems
DIU is establishing a $20 million prize pool for the project, and the solicitation will stay open through the end of the year on a rolling basis.
Egypt Agrees to Buy French Rafales
Egypt has told French President François Hollande of the decision to buy 24 Rafale fighter jets and a multimission frigate, with a contract signing to be held in Cairo on Monday, the Elysée president's office said in a statement Thursday.
For Carter, Plenty of Advice from Hill
There's no shortage of advice on Capitol Hill for the new defense secretary, and members have some rather lofty expectations.
US Army Developing Missile Defense Dashboard
In the worst nightmares of the US military's missileers, a foreign foe hits the homeland with a complex barrage of ballistic and cruise missiles, armed UAVs, decoys and electronic attacks
T-X Requirements Coming in 'Weeks'
The requirements for the US Air Force's next-generation trainer will be released within "weeks," the service's top training official said on Thursday, while dropping hints about what those may look like.
German Arms Exports Lowest Since 2007
Revenue from German arms export licenses fell to €3.97 billion (US $4.49 billion) in 2014, down from €5.85 billion in 2013 and the lowest level since 2007, the Economics Ministry said.
Lockheed Martin Unveils Legion Pod
Lockheed Martin has unveiled a new pod it claims will bring long-range infrared search and track (IRST) capabilities to fourth-generation aircraft.
US Commander Wants Troop-Level 'Flexibility'
The top US commander in Afghanistan says he has provided the White House with options that would keep more American forces there beyond 2016.
Senate Poised to Confirm Carter for SecDef
The US Senate is poised to confirm Ash Carter as the next defense secretary -- possibly unanimously -- likely the chamber's last legislative act before beginning a week-long recess.
USAF Looking at B-52 Engine Options
The US Air Force is keeping an eye on possible options to re-engine its fleet of B-52 bombers, including the creation of a public-private partnership with an industry supplier, a top service official said.
