The halt in acceptance flights and deliveries following the mishap meant Lockheed Martin delivered fewer F-35s than required in 2022. The F-35 Joint Program Office told services a fuel tube failure may have caused an F-35B's crash, which has now led to some fighters being grounded. A new study found 70% of companies in the aerospace and defense sector saw increased turnover in the last 12 months. The head of the Air Force's propulsion directorate is concerned cancellation of AETP would weaken the advanced engine industrial base. Military working dogs, pararescue operations, a halftime show performance, and more in this week's Frontline Photos. The cost per flying hour is set to decrease by 8 percent over the contract period, the Pentagon stated. By Valerie Insinna
4 years ago House lawmakers on Wednesday debated whether to tie the number of F-35s the Defense Department can buy to the cost of sustainment. By Valerie Insinna
4 years ago Kendall is vetting candidates to serve as assistant Air Force secretary for space acquisition and integration. “The Tomorrow War” is slated for a July 2 release. The Army is taking receipt of robotic combat vehicle prototypes in order to prep them ahead of a major company-led evaluation at Fort Hood, Texas, next year. Load More