‘Alpha’ troops and more ships: Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao outlines vision for serviceIn one of his first public addresses as acting Navy secretary, Hung Cao said he didn't need "cross-dressers" or "leaf eaters" in the service.By Riley Ceder2 days ago
Pentagon’s FY27 budget seeks 85 F-35s, but most ride on reconciliation The Pentagon’s fiscal 2027 budget request seeks 85 F-35 Lightning II fighters across the joint force, up from 47 in fiscal 2026.By Michael Scanlon2 days ago
US Air Force aims to double F-15EX Eagle fleetThe U.S. Air Force plans to boost the number of F-15EX Eagle II aircraft in its inventory to 267. By Michael Scanlon6 days ago
Unregulated prediction market may endanger US national security, experts and lawmakers warnWith how futures markets are structured, officials could place bets anonymously and influence combat operations to ensure they get a payout, experts say.By Riley Ceder10 days ago
Air Force extends 3 A-10 squadrons, each expected to keep 18 WarthogsThe decision comes as A-10s have seen increased involvement during Operation Epic Fury in Iran. By Michael Scanlon10 days ago
‘Actively shrinking’: Guard generals push Congress for 100 new fighters a yearA total of 22 generals signed a letter to Congress this month calling for multiyear funding to buy between 72 and 100 new fighters per year. By Michael Scanlon14 days ago