Business
War in Ukraine Could Change the Types of Weapons the Pentagon Wants, Raytheon CEO Says
“Big, slow things are big, slow targets,” Greg Hayes says.
Threats
At Reborn RIMPAC, A Clear Mission: Deter China, Defend Taiwan
The enormous Pacific multinational exercise and show of force has reemerged from the pandemic to face a larger PLA and more threatening Beijing.
Business
At UK Airshow, Defense Execs Warn of Inflation, Supply Chains, and Worker Shortages
The Biden administration needs to invest in apprentice schools, CEO of top aerospace and defense firm says.
Ideas
A Success in Norfolk Should Also Be a Warning
One flood-control project took a decade to complete. Lawmakers and feds can’t wait any longer to get the vast bulk of climate-mitigation work going.
Business
Boeing’s Fighter Jet Business Is Not Dead Yet, New Defense Boss Says
“We’re investing,” says Ted Colbert, outlining company plans on the eve of Farnborough Air Show.
Policy
Fewer Military Families Would Recommend Uniformed Service, Survey Finds
The Military Family Advisory Network poll may have warning signs for recruiters.
Science & Tech
US Navy Prints Metal Parts on the High Seas
An amphibious assault ship is testing a shipboard 3D printer during RIMPAC exercises.
Threats
US Can’t Down Russian Missiles Being Used in Ukraine, Report Says
Building a defense against cruise missiles will cost billions, CSIS concludes.
Policy
US Boosts Forces In Europe As NATO Names Russia ‘Most Significant and Direct Threat’
The Pentagon will also base more destroyers in Spain and F-35s in the United Kingdom.
Threats
US Sending Patrol Boats to Help Ukraine Control Its Rivers
Vessels plus Harpoons could also help defend Odesa port, defense official says.
Policy
House Committee Boosts Defense Budget By $37B
The House Armed Service Committee’s topline is more than Biden’s budget request, but less than that of its Senate counterpart
Threats