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The 1907 Decision That Changed American Military Aviation Forever

The 1907 Decision That Changed American Military Aviation Forever

Signal Corps marked the beginning of military aviation in the United States. Established on August 1, 1907, this division was tasked with overseein...
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US strikes $58.6 billion Patriot missile deal amid rising stockpile concerns

US strikes $58.6 billion Patriot missile deal amid rising stockpile concerns

By Mike Stone WASHINGTON, July 29 (Reuters) - The U.S. Army awarded Lockheed Martin a contract worth up to $58.6 billion to produce Patriot interceptor missiles, the Pentagon said on Wednesday, as conflicts in Iran and Ukraine strain U.S. weapons stockpiles.
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U.S. Army Awards $58.6 Billion Contract to Lockheed Martin for Patriot Interceptors

U.S. Army Awards $58.6 Billion Contract to Lockheed Martin for Patriot Interceptors

U.S. Army Awards $58.6 Billion Contract to Lockheed Martin for Patriot Interceptors
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U.S. Air Force's Sixth-Gen Fighter Jet May Use Interim Engine

U.S. Air Force's Sixth-Gen Fighter Jet May Use Interim Engine

The U.S. Air Force's upcoming F-47 fighter jet, part of the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program, may initially fly with a less powerful interim engine. The NGAD program aims to integrate advanced technologies such as stealth, AI, and long-range capabilities into the F-47. However, the development of the aircraft's most advanced engine, under the Next Generation Adaptive Propulsion (NGAP) effort, may not align with the jet's production schedule. The NGAP engines are designed to adapt airflow for different flight conditions, enhancing thrust and fuel efficiency. If these engines are not ready, the Air Force might use an existing engine for the first production aircraft, allowing the F-47 to enter service sooner while the NGAP engines are further developed.
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Russian strikes on Ukraine kill seven; Poland scrambles fighter jets

Russian strikes on Ukraine kill seven; Poland scrambles fighter jets

By Jekaterina Golubkova and Oleksandr Kozhukhar July 30 (Reuters) - Russian ballistic missiles killed at least seven in Ukraine on Thursday, including one in Kyiv, in attacks extending as far as the western city of Lviv, forcing neighbouring Poland to scramble fighter jets to secure its airspace.
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NATO Selects Thales for D-TACAN System to Enhance Spanish Air Navigation

NATO Selects Thales for D-TACAN System to Enhance Spanish Air Navigation

Thales has been awarded a contract by the NATO Support and Procurement Agency to supply a next-generation Deployable Tactical Air Navigation (D-TACAN) system to the Spanish Air & Space Force. This system is designed to enhance military air navigation capabilities, providing a cyber-resilient European sovereign solution. The D-TACAN system will support safe navigation, approach, and landing operations from both permanent and temporary airfields. It will be manufactured by Thales in Italy and integrated and maintained in Spain. The contract includes a comprehensive integrated logistics support package covering spare parts, training, product information, and electronic documentation to ensure the system's long-term availability and maintainability.
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Russian strikes on Kyiv kill one; Poland scrambles fighter jets

Russian strikes on Kyiv kill one; Poland scrambles fighter jets

By Jekaterina Golubkova and Oleksandr Kozhukhar July 30 (Reuters) - Russian ballistic missile strikes on the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv killed at least one person early on Thursday, officials said, while neighbouring Poland scrambled fighter jets to secure its airspace.
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SpaceX Secures $1.6 Billion in Launch Orders for U.S. Military Satellite Networks

SpaceX Secures $1.6 Billion in Launch Orders for U.S. Military Satellite Networks

SpaceX has been awarded two launch task orders by the U.S. Space Force, valued at $1.6 billion, to deploy military satellite constellations. These orders are part of the National Security Space Launch Phase 3 program and involve 18 Falcon 9 launches from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California by the end of 2027. The launches will support the Space Based Sensing and Targeting portfolio, which includes satellite programs designed to enhance the military's ability to detect, track, and communicate information about threats in near real-time. SpaceX is also responsible for building two of the portfolio's largest satellite systems under separate contracts.
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L3Harris Technologies and Pentagon Boost PAC-3 Missile Production

L3Harris Technologies and Pentagon Boost PAC-3 Missile Production

L3Harris Technologies and Pentagon Boost PAC-3 Missile Production
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U.S. Navy Awards Electric Boat $76.6 Billion Contract for Submarine Construction

U.S. Navy Awards Electric Boat $76.6 Billion Contract for Submarine Construction

The U.S. Navy has awarded a $76.6 billion contract to Electric Boat, a division of General Dynamics, for the construction of new submarines. This contract is considered the largest naval shipbuilding award in modern American history. It includes $42 billion for nine Virginia class attack submarines, $29.5 billion for five Columbia class ballistic missile submarines, and $5 billion for shipyard improvements. U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney, a Democrat from eastern Connecticut and ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee’s Seapower Subcommittee, praised the contract as a significant boost to the submarine industrial base. The contract aims to replace the Navy’s aging fleet and counter China's naval expansion. Electric Boat is expected to build additional Virginia class submarines for Australia under the AUKUS security agreement.
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One killed in Russia strikes on Kyiv, Poland scrambles fighter jets

One killed in Russia strikes on Kyiv, Poland scrambles fighter jets

By Jekaterina Golubkova and Oleksandr Kozhukhar July 30 (Reuters) - Russian ballistic missile strikes on the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv killed at least one person early on Thursday, officials said, while neighbouring Poland scrambled fighter jets to secure its airspace.
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NATO Faces Challenges in Strengthening European Defense Capabilities

NATO Faces Challenges in Strengthening European Defense Capabilities

NATO is working to address gaps in European defense capabilities, as highlighted by U.S. European Command leader Grynkewich. The alliance is focusing on honest and open discussions among member states to celebrate achievements and address areas needing improvement. The U.S. remains the only NATO member with long-range bombers and significantly greater resources in air mobility, fighters, and aerial refueling. This disparity poses challenges for European allies in filling defense gaps, despite ongoing efforts to enhance collective security.