Defense Systems
How many drones does it take to replace a destroyer?
Fresh off a summer of testing robotic boats, the Navy's Task Force 66 wants to turn lessons into metrics.
Defense Systems
Navy ‘looking forward’ to F/A-XX builder decision, air boss says
A naval sixth-gen fighter wasn’t going to happen this year, but Congress offers a lifeline.
Policy
New CNO vows new ‘engine of naval dominance’
It’s “the foundry”—the shore establishment—Adm. Daryl Caudle said at a Monday ceremony.
Policy
Navy to cut at least a third of its civilian public-affairs staff
The service is also centralizing all PAO hiring and contracting.
Business
HII braces for sub slip, but sees growth in drones and mission systems
Domestic shipbuilders are getting a surge of support from the White House, Congress, and the Pentagon.
Business
Anduril becomes third US supplier of rocket motors, company says
Annual production will grow to 6,000 motors by the end of next year, they say.
Ideas
Lessons from this year’s unfunded priority lists
Just 15% of the value would go toward near-term readiness.
Science & Tech
Navy’s drone refueler delayed again
Budget docs reveal that initial operating capability has been pushed to 2027.
Ideas
‘Fund first, ask questions later’ is a bad way to go
Handing $156 billion to the Pentagon with no clear plan invites not just waste but danger. Here's why.
Science & Tech
Hydrogen-powered naval warfare gets a boost
A self-contained hydrogen generator with low thermal signature is gaining traction in the military.
Business
Boeing downplays impending fighter jet worker strike
The company will “manage” its way through the work stoppage, CEO Ortberg says.
Policy
CNO nominee: US must double its submarine-building capability
Adm. Caudle, a submariner, says small increases won't be good enough to meet the service’s needs and make good on the AUKUS agreement.
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