Threats
$1.3B in Army vehicle parts were stored outside or in other risky ways, report finds
That’s more than half of the engines, transmissions, and other Ground Combat Systems parts entrusted to the Defense Logistics Agency.
Threats
Army takes on a naval tinge as it adapts to the Pacific
Undersecretary cites several aspects of the service’s efforts to develop “linchpin” capabilities for the joint force.
Threats
Massive defueling of leaky Hawaiian storage facility begins
As 104 million gallons of fuel are hauled to four new locations, a yearslong remediation effort will begin at Red Hill.
Ideas
Defense One Radio, Ep. 136: AUSA highlights
Defense One staff explain some of the major themes from this year's annual Association of the U.S. Army conference in Washington.
Defense Systems
Honeywell shows off augmented-reality headset for tank crews
The goggles are meant to give soldiers in specially-equipped armored vehicles a clear view of the outside.
Defense Systems
Army’s hyperconnected visions depend on new approaches to software, networks
Empowering A-teams and Pacific allies requires overcoming barriers to secure access to data.
Threats
Army eyes munitions stockpiles amid focus on longer wars
The Army is using robots to help ratchet up shell production, but precision missiles are a harder problem.
Threats
The Army is planning for a conflict with China—including shoring up blood supply
The service’s medical command is experimenting with blood storage and distribution, as it looks to overcome the logistical challenges of the Indo-Pacific.
Defense Systems
Army orders loitering munition for testing as soldier-borne tank-killer
Service will send Switchblade 600s to U.S. units for evaluation.
Threats
Platoons to get counter-drone gear in two US Army divisions
Joint Counter-UAS office says anti-drone gun trucks are also set for delivery to Ukraine soon.
Policy
The Army doesn’t know where a lot of its excess arms and gear are
As allies' needs soar, officials are racing to get a clearer picture of what's available.
Policy
Ukraine wants West's help in training NCOs and officers
U.S. and allies have already trained some 300 Ukrainian company commanders.
Ideas
