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Back to life: How Shield AI’s future unmanned fighter made decades-old tech new again
The original GE Aerospace engine nozzle, designed for the F-16, is key to building a vertical takeoff robotic jet prototype.
Defense Systems
Some Navy subs are waiting years for shipyard work, and that’s costing billions of dollars
In the past decade, U.S. attack submarines have spent 41 ship-years idle, GAO found.
Business
There’s no shortcut to replenish US munitions stockpiles
Firms are pitching low-cost munitions and the Pentagon is making weapons deals. It won’t immediately fix the Iran-stockpile problem.
Science & Tech
The lasers are coming, but don’t forget training
Army space and missile defense leaders call for more emerging tech—and training—as new systems are developed.
Science & Tech
Pentagon counterdrone task force has a new AI-powered marketplace
The platform was developed to make the foreign military sales process more efficient.
Business
HII’s sea drone business is growing, but revenue is ‘modest,’ CEO says
The company recently booked a yearlong production contract extension for its underwater drone, Lionfish.
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The Army didn’t want this striking rotorcraft, but could it be what NATO needs?
Sikorsky showcased its dual-rotor Raider helicopter at the Farnborough airshow.
Business
The German navy can’t get enough P-8 patrol aircraft
The service is building out its ability to track Russian naval activity in the High North.
Business
Boeing adjusts approach to court more European business
Growing international workforce, manufacturing and assembly come into focus as the aerospace giant pitches platforms abroad.
Defense Systems
Navy teases next step in key drone boat program
A request for prototypes is expected in August.
Science & Tech
Lightweight cells powered by nuclear waste could drive tomorrow's drones
DARPA program aims to create a 30-year battery minimally viable prototype by early 2027.
