Science & Tech
F-35 test squadron works to wring out upgrade problems
Delays to the TR-3 upgrade have dozens of jets on hold.
Policy
Space Force opens marketplace, launches test initiative to get new tech faster
The service's weeks-old Commercial Space Office serves as a hub for several efforts to accelerate acquisition of next-gen tech.
Business
New Germany-based F-35 fuselage factory will allow Lockheed to boost production
The Weeze-based factory will replace a factory previously operated by Turkey.
Business
Pending Sale Raises Fears of Consolidation Among Submarine Suppliers
Valve company merger comes as the stressed submarine industrial base tries to increase production for the U.S. Navy and Australia.
Ideas
Defense One Radio, Ep. 128: Behind this year’s Paris Air Show
Marcus Weisgerber helps unpack some of the biggest defense business takeaways from the 2023 Paris Air Show.
Business
Pentagon Could Block 80-Plus Deliveries of F-35s
The Pentagon has stopped accepting newly built stealth fighters from Lockheed until tech trials are finished.
Business
Raytheon Calls in Retirees to Help Restart Stinger Missile Production
The shoulder-fired missile is one of the weapons that’s been credited with getting Ukraine through the early days of the Russian invasion.
Business
Army Picks Two Finalists to Replace Bradley
The two competitors will now turn their digital designs into prototypes.
Defense Systems
Inside the US Army’s Plan To Simplify AI For Intel Systems
Project Linchpin is designed as an AI pipeline program managers at Program Executive Office Intelligence, Electronic Warfare, and Sensors can use to meet requirements.
Policy
Senate Lawmakers Want to Ax Alternate F-35 Engine Program
SASC markup on collision course with House over funding new engine technology.
Business
Pratt & Whitney Angered by Lockheed’s Support for New F-35 Engine
Engine-maker says prime contractor is exaggerating the jet’s future role.
Business
On the Paris Tarmac, Execs Vie for the Next US Tanker Order
Boeing is trying to keep its monopoly, while Lockheed and Airbus seek a bigger pie.
Policy
Army Aims to Fix Storage Program that Sent Defective Humvees to Ukraine
The service’s prepositioned-stores effort is key to U.S. war plans.
Business
Raytheon CEO Not Thrilled With L3Harris Buying Aerojet, But Says Deal Should Improve Rocket Maker’s Work
Missile-maker wants certainty—even if the deal sets L3Harris up as a future competitor.
Defense Systems