Army seeks high-energy laser systems to kill drone swarmsThe new laser systems are expected to take out intelligence and surveillance drones, as well as those that can carry high-grade explosives. By Zita Ballinger Fletcher7 days ago
Pentagon cuts back F-35 upgrades to slow schedule slips: AuditorsThe F-35's Block 4 upgrades are being trimmed back so the program can focus on what it can deliver in 2031.By Stephen Losey2 months ago
Navy SEALs face disciplinary action after racist memes investigationTwo SEALs based in Virginia are facing disciplinary action for developing racist memes targeting a Black sailor in their platoon, a defense official said.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press6 months ago
Navy fires leaders of Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron 4Cmdr. Brett Robblee and Command Master Chief Felix Phillips were relieved “due to a loss of confidence" in their ability to lead, the Navy said.By Beth Sullivan7 months ago
Pilot reported fire on vintage military plane before Alaska crashThe C54D-DC airplane — a military version of the WWII-era Douglas DC-4 aircraft — crashed outside Fairbanks Tuesday. No survivors were found.19 months ago
Fewer Air Force captains promoted to major as competition stiffensNearly 2,000 airmen were chosen to rise to the rank of major in 2024.By Rachel S. Cohen19 months ago