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Iran remains security threat even after airstrikes, CENTCOM warns
President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead U.S. Central Command said Iran still has 'considerable tactical capabilities' of concern to national security.
BAE tests counter-drone capability on Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle
BAE Systems and Moog adapted an Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle for counter-drone operations and successfully tested a prototype in the Arizona desert.
By Jen Judson
South Korean official touts fledgling drone command as global model
Seoul centralized military drone activities under a single command last year, following an embarrassing intrusion by North Korean aircraft in 2022.
Private-equity firm acquires aviation firm Kaman for $1.8 billion
Kaman, known for its K-MAX helicopter and KARGO UAS, will become a privately held company upon its sale to a private-equity firm.
By Jen Judson
Lawmakers plan public hearing on Austin’s hospitalization and health
The defense secretary is expected to testify on the controversy on Feb. 14 before the House Armed Services Committee.
What the Navy is learning from its fight in the Red Sea
The surface fleet has shot down scores of attack drones and missiles since October, activity without modern precedent in U.S. Navy history.
Rheinmetall Canada, Elistair pair robots and drones in test for Europe
Khronos deploys from a box and can stay aloft for 24 hours, while the Mission Master SP is capable of following troops and shuttling smaller payloads.
New in 2024: Marines train more drone pilots, fill MQ-9 squadrons
Three locations use the Reaper drone — and the Corps plans to open a support unit in Cherry Point, North Carolina.
By Todd South
Raytheon prototyping directed-energy zappers for US Air Force, Navy
“Non-kinetic defense systems are a key part of America’s national defense strategy,” said Colin Whelan, the president of advanced technology at Raytheon.
US special ops may be buying too many Armed Overwatch planes, says GAO
The Sky Warden aircraft is intended to carry out close air support, strike and ISR missions against violent extremist groups in permissive areas.
Ukraine, Mideast conflicts place renewed pressure on Patriot units
The U.S. Army hopes Congress approves a supplemental funding request with $750 million to enable a Patriot missile production capacity increase.
By Jen Judson