Trump-Erdogan ties are propelling F-35 talks with once-banned partner
During Donald Trump’s first term, the U.S. removed NATO ally Turkey from the fighter program after Turkey purchased an air defense system from Russia.
By AP Staff
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US approves sale of Patriot launcher upgrades to Ukraine
Ukraine is under near-constant drone and missile bombardment by Russia, and the U.S. is pushing to get defensive Patriot systems there quickly.
Technology alliances will help shape our post-pandemic future
Artificial intelligence, quantum computing, biotechnology, and 5G will be the backbone of the 21st century economy. So how can a technology alliance help fortify the post-pandemic economy.
By Martijn Rasser
First candidate for US Army’s future tactical drone gets first soldier-operated flight
Army soldiers have flown the first of four different unmanned aircraft systems in the running to replace the Shadow drone.
By Jen Judson
US delivers 128 anti-tank Javelin missiles to Estonia
The U.S. has provided Estonia, a staunch military ally, with more than $100 million in joint defense cooperation over the past few years, the U.S. embassy says
Plan B for GPS III ground system approved for everyday use
The Space Force said the contingency program it has been relying on until a new ground system for the GPS III satellites is ready has been approved for everyday use.
By Mike Gruss
New Space Fence radar is officially online
A major radar project has achieved operational capability, the Space Force announced.
By Andrew Eversden
US Army finds funds for future attack recon aircraft after FY20 budget cut
Despite congressional funding cut to the FY20 Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft budget, the Army has found a way to pay for what it needs.
By Jen Judson
Lockheed offers cash to supply chain, use of private jets for COVID-19 fight
The world's largest defense company will speed up cash payments to small subcontractors to help with bills, among other steps.
By Aaron Mehta
Last of the AEHF satellites launches from Florida
An Atlas 5 rocket successfully lifted off from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida March 26 carrying a satellite that is expected to provide secure, jam-resistant communications for the military for the next 15 years.
By Mike Gruss
Germany reportedly moving toward a split buy of Super Hornets, Growlers and Eurofighter Typhoons to replace Tornado jets
Neither of those planes are currently certified to meet the NATO requirement to drop B61 nuclear bombs.
By Valerie Insinna
Lockheed and Bell will compete head-to-head to build US Army’s future attack recon aircraft
It's Invictus versus Raider in the Army's Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft competition.
By Jen Judson