Defense Budget, Policy & Operations Analysis
Jun 22, 2023
After years of neglect, the service sees movement toward modernization.
Jun 21, 2023
The country’s aircraft carriers have plenty of space for rotorcraft. But the quality and quantity of the new aircraft present challenges.
Jun 21, 2023
Hypersonics, missile defense, UAVs and next-generation fighters are in vogue at the Paris Air Show amidst a surge in spending by NATO members.
Jun 20, 2023
As it expands, Chinese carrier air power must cope with an increasingly complex air fleet.
Jun 19, 2023
For future surveillance satellites, the service seeks new thrusters and in-space refueling so it can “burn gas at will.”
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Apr 16, 2024
The American military engages targets first with the longest-range interceptor available—the most effective, but also the most costly, a Pentagon official says.
Apr 16, 2024
When the Air Force rolled out its 2025 budget request, Secretary Kendall warned due to spending constraints, the service is not moving as quickly as needed.
Apr 15, 2024
U.S. aircraft and ships took down scores of drones and missiles, including several before they were launched in Yemen, as part of the broad defense of Israel.
Apr 15, 2024
Royal Air Force (RAF) Eurofighter Typhoon combat aircraft “destroyed a number” of Iranian one-way attack drones used in Tehran’s direct attack on Israel.
Apr 15, 2024
Traditionally when increased regional tensions and high oil prices coincide, defense spending in the Middle East and North Africa tends to see robust growth.
Apr 15, 2024
French Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu says France could take over production facilities, if needed.
Apr 12, 2024
The UK Defense Ministry is to accelerate the development of the DragonFire laser weapon system for installation and operation on British warships.
Apr 11, 2024
Looming rotary-wing retirements across the Hellenic armed forces have attracted significant investment under the country’s defense recapitalization.