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Air Power
May 2021
Editor's Notes: The F-35 Question - Value vs. Price Tag
The knives are out again for the F-35 joint strike fighter. -
Emerging Technologies
May 2021
Analysts Question Uniqueness of Hypersonic Weapons Capabilities
By Meredith RoatenAs the U.S. armed forces plow forward with their multifaceted campaign to develop hypersonic weapons, national security analysts are raising questions about how the new capabilities will impact great power competition. -
Army News
April 2021
JUST IN: Army Holding Tech Demos Using Jet-Powered Spy Plane
The Army is conducting a number of technology demonstrations for its new intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance aircraft, a service official said April 29. -
Special Operations
April 2021
SOCOM Keeps Pushing for New ‘Armed Overwatch’ Aircraft
Despite hurdles, Air Force Special Operations Command is still gung-ho about purchasing a replacement for its U-28A Draco manned intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance platform that will also be able to offer air support to commandos on the ground in austere regions. -
Air Power
April 2021
V-22 Upgrades in Works as Aircraft Passes Milestones
By Nick AddeMarine Corps Col. Matthew Kelly recalls being deployed to Iraq in 2008, when the Bell Boeing MV-22 Osprey made its in-theater debut. -
Robotics and Autonomous Systems
April 2021
More Data Needed to Build Trust in Autonomous Systems
By Meredith RoatenThe demand for more autonomous capabilities is growing, but more trust in the systems is needed, defense industry executives say. -
Robotics and Autonomous Systems
April 2021
SMALL DRONE THREAT: Pentagon Consolidates Counter-UAS Programs as Menace Grows
The military is facing a growing threat as adversaries develop and purchase inexpensive — but potentially lethal — drones. To counter these systems, the Defense Department is investing in defensive platforms that can jam or knock out rogue aircraft. -
Air Power
April 2021
Army Powering Through with Future Vertical Lift Programs
The Army is working to rapidly acquire both a future scout helicopter and a Black Hawk replacement aircraft. -
Navy News
March 2021
JUST IN: Navy’s Next-Generation Air Dominance Program to Mix Manned, Unmanned Systems
The Navy is eyeing a mix of manned and unmanned platforms as it embarks on its next generation air dominance program which will replace some of the sea service’s aging platforms such as the F-18 E/F Super Hornet, said a top official March 30. -
Air Power
March 2021
U.S. Rotorcraft Industry Trying to Regain Footing
The military rotorcraft industry is rebounding after being clobbered by the COVID-19 pandemic, but more hurdles could be on the horizon, experts say.
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