US Army readies to release new missile defense strategy soon
The Army's new air and missile defense strategy incorporates emerging technology like artificial intelligence to handle growing, complex threats.
By Jen Judson
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Army to grow air defense force by 30%
The Army will add new Patriot battalions, Indirect Fire Protection Capability battalions and counter-drone batteries to the mix.
By Jen Judson
US Army’s next budget invests heavily in drones and electronic warfare
The Army plans to ask for more agile funding for drones, counter-drone and electronic warfare capabilities in its FY26 budget.
By Jen Judson
Why the US Army wants one more hypersonic weapon test by year’s end
One major end-to-end test stands between the Army's decision to field hypersonic weapon rounds to the first unit.
By Jen Judson
Army air crew training revamp to look at aircraft and simulators
Big changes are coming to Army aviation, leaders say.
By Todd South
What lessons did the US Army learn from the Gaza aid pier mission?
The service dealt with a wild combination of turbulent weather, security threats and sweeping personnel restrictions.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
How in-house tech and soldier tinkering is changing the Army
Inside the brave new world of AI-assisted Army electronic warfare.
By Todd South
US Army ammo plant boosts artillery shell production for Ukraine
A Pennsylvania ammo plant that makes a key artillery shell in Ukraine’s fight against Russia has managed to boost production by 50% to meet surging demand.
US Army takes new look at training aviators with decisions coming soon
The Army is examining a new training model for aviators as its helicopter fleet evolves into a complex network of manned and unmanned aircraft.
By Jen Judson
US Army picks Sierra Nevada for long-range spy plane integration work
The Army has taken a key step in selecting a lead integrator for the HADES program, a future spy plane with range capability well-suited for the Pacific.
By Jen Judson
Army not sold on new approach to radio acquisition
The effort would be a departure from the service’s traditional approach to buying and sustaining radios.
Commanders find new ways to leverage network in theater and training
The war in Ukraine and combat training center rotations are yielding lessons for the U.S. Army's network plans.
By Todd South