Missile Defense Agency’s FY26 budget targets homeland missile defense The request includes funding for systems designed to defend the homeland against intercontinental ballistic missiles from Iran and North Korea. By Jen Judson3 days ago
Marines have air defense, but need a way to defeat drone swarms“The big thing that really keeps me up at night is swarms,” Col. Andrew Konicki, head of ground-based air defense for Marine Corps Systems Command, said.By Todd South2 months ago
Marines deploy drone-killing MADIS system for Balikatan drillsThe exercise marks the first time the aerial defense system has been deployed outside the U.S. with a U.S. Marine Corps unit.By Riley Ceder2 months ago
Handheld counter-drone devices headed to deploying Marine unitsThe handheld device will likely go to Marine Expeditionary Units and Marine Littoral Regiments first.By Todd South3 months ago
Air Force revives Skyraider name for new light attack aircraftThe propeller-driven Skyraider II pays homage to the Cold War-era propeller plane that delivered close air support during the Vietnam War.By Todd South4 months ago
Senators detail desired missile defense elements for Trump’s Iron DomeTwo senators introduced a bill that would authorize $19.5 billion for fiscal 2026 to build out Trump's "Iron Dome for America."By Jen Judson5 months ago