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How Patriot proved itself in Ukraine and secured a fresh future
What might have looked like an aging system not long ago now appears to be a workhorse that could be used for years to come.
By Jen Judson
Upgraded F-35 deliveries slipping to fall 2024, Lockheed says
If the F-35 upgrades known as Technology Refresh 3 aren't ready for deliveries to resume in the third quarter, Lockheed said it may slow down production.
Time to test a ship-based hypersonic missile launcher
Flight tests are slated to begin in 2024.
By Diana Stancy
New in 2024: F-35 program eyes key upgrade, delivery restart
The delays could have a cascading effect that hurts the Air Force’s ability to manage its units worldwide.
F-35 engine upgrade money could run out in months if budget not passed
The Pentagon has also paused negotiations on a performance-based logistics contract for the F-35 after cost and performance estimates underwhelmed.
Newest F-35s stalled by slow production of key parts
“The hardware is good,” Lt. Gen. Michael Schmidt said. “It’s the rate at which they’re producing them to meet our production and retrofit needs."
US Army receives first long-range Precision Strike Missiles
The first increment of the Precision Strike Missile has been delivered to the Army, a major milestone for the top priority program.
By Jen Judson
Lockheed, Northrop win US Army contract for spy gear on launched drones
Launched effects — hurtling outward from vehicles and aircraft — are meant to complement equipment soldiers already rely on to scout, target, jam and kill.
New military simulations for shooting, trench war, drones unveiled
The shooting system could replace the 1980s-era MILES system.
By Todd South
US Air Force may remove 105mm cannon from AC-130 gunship
Other changes under consideration to prepare the Ghostrider for a high-end fight include adding small cruise missiles.
The F-117 is the stealthy fighter you can now see for yourself
Hill Aerospace Museum near Ogden, Utah, received its F-117 in August 2020, and the aircraft is nearing completion of an extensive restoration.
By Douglas G. Adler