The British Army’s faulty Ajax vehicles come back to rattle Parliament
The armored vehicles had been declared fully functioning after nine years of delays to the $8 billion program and repeated problems with vibrations.
By Tom Kington
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France is two years from fielding drone swarms in its armed forces
“Obviously, in a dehumanized combat, there’s a sort of coldness behind it all that somewhat gives you goosebumps," a French Army official predicted.
Apps to drive how soldiers use Army’s ‘mixed reality’ device
Devices being evaluated by soldiers ahead of 2025 fielding.
By Todd South
How a shovel can help with training, plus common mistakes during drill
Basic security tasks, communication, logistics and maintenance planning make all the difference.
By Todd South
Aviators, ground troops and drones: The Army’s congestion problem
Training on counter drone work, new guidelines for adding drones to formations and better aircraft on the way.
By Todd South
US Army awards $1.5B to boost global production of artillery rounds
As the Army drives to reach a rate of 100,000 155mm artillery munitions per month by FY26, it's awarding contracts to domestic and global companies.
By Jen Judson
What’s the firepower like for the Army’s new rifle?
Units with 101st Airborne Division and 75th Ranger Regiment are testing the weapons now.
By Todd South
21,000 casualties in seven days: The push to update medic training
An SFAB pilot program may set a new standard for 68W medics.
By Todd South
US Army seeks cheap, user-friendly radios amid network changes
"If I have to give three days of training and I can get it down to one hour, that’s another unit I can move to quicker as we field the Army."
House moves to strengthen vetting for military financial counselors
Reps. Sherrill and Bacon have introduced language in the defense policy bill to strengthen vetting of military financial advisers.
Army accepts delayed next-gen engine for future attack recon aircraft
First flights for the Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft are now planned for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024.
By Jen Judson