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Nov 09, 2023
As E-2Cs retire, the service begins phased upgrades to the E-2D fleet, ending with the biggest modernization since it began fielding Advanced Hawkeyes in 2007.
Nov 08, 2023
Geopolitical tensions create a demand for carrier deployments that is not likely to abate soon.
Nov 07, 2023
A reporter riding on a Grumman C-2A considers what is in store for future aircraft carrier delivery.
Nov 06, 2023
CVN 73 aims to shake off its reputation from prolonged maintenance and bring new capabilities to the Pacific.
Nov 01, 2023
A new cross-border missile component research program is studying technology for future missiles and exploring new propulsion options.

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Jun 18, 2024
The U.S. Air Force did not back up its proposal to retire older Block 20 F-22s sufficiently, the Government Accountability Office argues in a new report.
Jun 17, 2024
U.S. Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall says the budget plan for maintaining its fleet is “not executable” and needs to be fixed now.
Jun 14, 2024
Senators want a U.S. Space Force program executive office to manage the acquisition of satellites that can track both air and ground moving targets from orbit.
Jun 14, 2024
Intensifying budget pressures are forcing USAF to “take another look” at spending plans for its prized Next Generation Air Dominance fighter, says Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall.
Jun 13, 2024
The beginning of June marked Boeing’s first delivery of an operational F-15EX to the U.S. Air National Guard.
Jun 13, 2024
With just three weeks left before the UK’s general election, Britain’s two main political parties have laid out their vision for defense in their manifestos.
Jun 12, 2024
The new head of South Korea's Defense Acquisition Program Administration is taking a tough line on Indonesia's wavering commitment to the KF-21 program.
Jun 11, 2024
The White House has outlined concerns about the House of Representatives’ version of the fiscal 2025 defense policy bill but stopped short of veto threats.