AEROSPACE AND MILITARY NEWS
By: Tony Osborne After relying for decades on fleets of 1950s and ’60s-era aircraft, the firefighting industry is introducing new technologies and fleets to make their operations safer, more effective and ready to meet growing demand. The wildfire threat is worsening and is increasingly a year-round concern. Aerial-firefighting insiders no longer talk of fire seasons … Read More “New-Generation Aircraft In Development For Aerial Firefighting Missions” »
By: Brent Bartell In an effort to curb Chinese advancements in critical military technologies, the U.S. Treasury Department announced a new rule on Monday that limits and closely monitors American investments in China’s artificial intelligence, semiconductor, and quantum computing sectors. The rule stems from an August 2023 executive order issued by President Joe Biden, aiming … Read More “Treasury Restricts U.S. Investments Supporting China’s Advanced Military Technologies” »
By: Ryan Mason The F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter is the Department of Defense’s (DOD) flagship weapons system, representing a key component in the U.S. military’s ability to maintain air superiority and meet national security objectives. However, despite its strategic importance, the program has been bogged down by escalating costs and delays, leading to … Read More “Rising Costs and Reduced Use: The Complex Future of the F-35 Fighter Jet” »
By: Mark Thompson The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier, along with its escorting destroyers, has arrived in the Middle East, according to a statement from the US military. The carrier’s deployment was expedited following an order from the Secretary of Defense to accelerate the strike group’s journey. With the arrival of the Lincoln, the number … Read More “USS Abraham Lincoln and Accompanying Destroyers Arrive in the Middle East” »
By: Chance McGovern Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing subsidiary, is spearheading a groundbreaking project that could reshape the future of aircraft design. In January, the company announced the commencement of construction on a new aircraft funded by the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) under the Control of Revolutionary Aircraft with Novel Effectors (CRANE) … Read More “X-65 CRANE: The Future of Aircraft Design Takes Flight” »
By: Jordan Hayes The Brazilian Air Force (Força Aérea Brasileira, FAB) has deployed the Embraer KC-390 Millennium for firefighting missions equipped with the Modular Aerial Firefighting System II (MAFFS II) for the first time. Previously, the FAB had only conducted training missions using this configuration, which is one of the many roles the versatile KC-390 … Read More “Embraer KC-390 MAFFS Tackles Firefighting Missions in Brazil” »
By: Mitchell Chedwick Despite growing military ties, the likelihood of Russia sharing its cutting-edge military technology with North Korea remains “very low,” according to Seoul’s defense minister. Moscow is expected to reserve such technology as a “last resort.” In an interview with Bloomberg, Defense Minister Shin Won-sik explained, “If Russia were to transfer its advanced … Read More “Russia Unlikely to Transfer Advanced Military Technology to North Korea, Says Defense Minister” »
By: Blake Johson Fort Johnson recently hosted a significant event showcasing cutting-edge military training technology: the Live Training System Operational Demonstration. This demonstration served as a platform for military leaders and personnel to observe notable advancements in training resources, particularly those designed to simulate challenging terrains. Driven by guidance from senior Army leaders, the operational … Read More “Advancing Military Training: Fort Johnson’s Live Training System Demonstration” »
by: Greg Wehner (FoxNews) Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall told members of the U.S. Senate on Tuesday that he plans to ride in the cockpit of an aircraft operated by artificial intelligence to experience the technology of the military branch’s future fleet. Kendall spoke before the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee’s defense panel on Tuesday, where he … Read More “Air Force secretary plans to ride in AI-operated F-16 fighter aircraft this spring” »
by Max Harris The unveiling of the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) Programme heralds a transformative era in the United States Air Force’s (USAF) quest for air superiority. Spearheading the modernization drive, NGAD promises to revolutionize aerial warfare with its innovative approach and cutting-edge technologies. At the heart of NGAD lies a mission to enhance … Read More “Advancing Air Superiority: Unveiling the Next Generation Air Dominance Programme” »
