Defense Systems
AF secretary: Deadline to replace Russian rocket engine could be too soon
Deborah Lee James tells lawmakers that a domestic rocket engine might not be ready by 2019, because "this is rocket science."
Defense Systems
JIE: How DOD is building a bigger network that's also a smaller target
The Joint Regional Security Stacks add speed to the interservice network while reducing its cyber attack surface.
Defense Systems
Predator demos sense-and-avoid system with first air-to-air radar
Another Predator also sets a new flight endurance record, General Atomics says.
Defense Systems
Air Force closing in on more powerful satellite comm system
Six months of testing have concluded on the first three satellites in the AEHF constellation, which could soon reach initial operating capability.
Defense Systems
New anti-ship missile conducts precision strikes without GPS
The Navy's LRASM, developed with DARPA and the Air Force, also reduced reliance on traditional — and jammable — ISR platforms and networking links.
Policy
Air Force General's Treason Comments Spark Investigation
The Air Force is now investigating a general who reportedly accused Air Force pilots of committing treason for sharing successes of the A-10 aircraft with lawmakers.
Science & Tech
Northrop Secretly Building Jet for Air Force Trainer Competition
Northrop Grumman has abandoned plans to jointly pitch the BAE Systems Hawk jet training plane for the U.S. Air Force, instead opting to build a new aircraft.
Defense Systems
Lighter, mesh antennas can help cut satellite costs
Harris and Vanguard are developing a lightweight, high-density mesh for satellite antenna reflectors that unfurl in space.
Science & Tech
Here’s What You’ll Find on the Fighter Jet of 2030
Military leaders reveal their hopes and fears for the 6th Generation fighter they will desperately need.
Defense Systems
Budget requests reveal military's R&D priorities
From cyber to lasers and dual manned/unmanned systems, the military services focus on the future.
Defense Systems
DOD leaders take their place in the Fed 100
FCW's annual list honoring people doing great things in public-sector IT includes 22 Defense Department honorees.
Defense Systems
Strategic Command adds Germany to its space surveillance network
The alliance of nations and international organizations will share data on objects orbiting the Earth.
Policy
Buying a New Air Force One Is Complicated
Buying a new jet to fly the American president around the world is more complicated that cutting Boeing a check for a new 747.
Defense Systems
SpaceX drops lawsuit, as Air Force continues ULA contract
An agreement will let Elon Musk's company compete for future military launches while the service maintains its current contract with ULA.
Defense Systems
Air Force adds funds for developing better GPS equipment
Rockwell Collins gets a $21.8 million modification to speed up development of more powerful, M-Code-capable receivers.
Defense Systems
Air Force puts $50M more into airborne communications system
Northrop Grumman’s BACN system bridges the gaps in air and ground communications.
Defense Systems
Air Force's new acquisition plan aims to boost innovation, cut costs
The Bending the Cost Curve program will increase early collaboration with industry while looking for acceptable trade-offs in performance.
Defense Systems
Air Force looks to speed development of modernized GPS gear
Service gives L-3 Communications an extra $8.5 million to accelerate work on the Military GPS User Equipment program.
Science & Tech
New Air Force Bomber Is a Critical Piece of the Pentagon’s Pacific Weaponry
The Air Force’s new radar-evading nuclear bomber is the first large piece of weaponry being purchased with the Pentagon’s Pacific pivot in mind. By Marcus Weisgerber
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