Pentagon, Boeing agree to triple PAC-3 seeker production
The contract framework, which will be spread across seven years, will match Lockheed Martin’s push to surge production on the PAC-3 MSE all-up round.
By J.D. Simkins
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Apache helicopter shoots down drones in Europe for first time in combat exercise
U.S. soldiers used Apache helicopters to pursue and attack drones in an air-to-air combat training exercise this week.
By Zita Ballinger Fletcher
Boeing, Northrop move forward on next-gen ICBM program; Lockheed out
Boeing and Northrop Grumman are the two companies who will move on to the next phase of the Air Force’s intercontinental ballistic missile replacement program, the service announced Aug. 21 after awarding two contracts, each with a $359 million price ceiling.
By Valerie Insinna
India approves deals for Apache helicopters, maritime engines
India's Defence Acquisition Council has cleared two long-pending purchases.
Singapore taps Elbit for Chinook, Apache defensive suites
Singapore’s fleet of Boeing AH-64 Apache attack and CH-47 Chinook heavy-lift helicopters are being fitted with defensive suites from Elbit Systems as part of survivability and mission capability upgrades.
By Mike Yeo
Boeing, GDLS team up on mobile SHORAD system for September Shoot-Off
Boeing and General Dynamics Land Systems have teamed up to build a short-range air defense system on a Stryker combat vehicle and plan to demonstrate the capability at a SHORAD shoot-off hosted by the Army next month.
By Jen Judson
Air Force buys Boeing 747s for next Air Force One, but cost savings unknown
The U.S. Air Force has awarded Boeing a contract for two 747s that will be converted into presidential airlifters.
By Valerie Insinna
Boeing to turn undelivered 747s meant for Russian customer into new Air Force Ones
Sources with knowledge of the deal confirmed to Defense News that the Air Force and Boeing are finalizing a contract for two 747-8s that were originally produced for Russian airline firm Transaero but never delivered to the company.
By Valerie Insinna
Osprey tiltrotor proves its worth in the Asia-Pacific
Defense News went on board the U.S. Navy helicopter assault ship Bonhomme Richard during the recently concluded exercise Talisman Saber in Australia, where the Osprey played a major role in supporting the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit and other elements taking part in the exercise.
By Mike Yeo
KC-46 tanker completes electromagnetic tests
The U.S. Air Force’s newest tanker, the KC-46A, recently wrapped up electromagnetic testing, putting Boeing one step closer to delivering the first aircraft, the company said Thursday.
By Valerie Insinna
Interview: Boeing's Leanne Caret on overcoming competitive hurdles
Amid competitive hurdles, Boeing is looking to streamline. The company’s defense chief shared the thought process.
By Jill Aitoro