Ideas
Turkey’s Potemkin Defense Industry
Why does President Erdogan want the appearance of a self-sufficient defense industry more than the actual existence of one?
Business
When Amazon Meets Defense Acquisition
Unanswered questions persist about a House provision to allow Pentagon buyers to use proprietary online sales platforms.
Science & Tech
The US Army Just Ordered Soldiers to Stop Using Drones from China’s DJI
An Aug. 2 memo cites 'increased awareness of cyber vulnerabilities' with drones from China’s market-leading DJI.
Business
America’s Top Drone Company Just Teamed Up with a Chinese Industry Titan
Less than a year ago, DJI knocked the California-based 3D Robotics out of the consumer market. Now, the US firm has turned to software — and a partnership with its vanquisher.
Business
Trump Orders Extensive Study of Defense Industrial Base
The review will examine manufacturing capacity, workforce and other priorities.
Business
One Man, One Job: Win The Pentagon’s Next Big Contract
Multibillion-dollar jet deal would be crowning achievement for former Deputy Defense Secretary Bill Lynn.
Policy
Business Experience Bites Trump’s Pentagon Nominee
Congress might hold up the president’s pick for deputy defense secretary over his three-decade career with Boeing, among other things.
Business
European Allies Want Used F-16s, But Are There Enough to Go Around?
The venerable U.S. fighter jet is getting a closer look as NATO members seek to build their defenses.
Business
Boeing to Cut 50 Executives, Reorganize Defense Business
Fresh off a move to from St. Louis to Washington, the firm’s defense division says it’s removing a layer of bureaucracy.
Business
Pentagon Wants to Get Started on New Air Force Two and Doomsday Planes
The aging C-32 and E-4B may be replaced by similar aircraft, or at least with planes that share some gear.
Business