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Afghanistan Is Getting More Ill-Suited Attack Choppers it May Not Even Be Able to Fly
Afghanistan

Afghanistan Is Getting More Ill-Suited Attack Choppers it May Not Even Be Able to Fly

The country's air force is getting dozens more MD 530Fs, but doesn't even have enough pilots for its existing fleet.

Let’s Talk About The USAF’s Claim Of ‘Fully Combat Capable’ F-35s
F-35

Let’s Talk About The USAF’s Claim Of ‘Fully Combat Capable’ F-35s

The service is making this assertion despite the jet not having even started independent operational testing and evaluation.

This Unique EPA Plane Is Monitoring Toxic Waste Dumps Around Houston
U.S. Homeland

This Unique EPA Plane Is Monitoring Toxic Waste Dumps Around Houston

Environmental agency keeps the contractor-operated plane on standby 24/7 for chemical and radiological incidents.

Under New Deal, US Allies Will Keep Getting The Ever Adaptable Humvee
High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV)

Under New Deal, US Allies Will Keep Getting The Ever Adaptable Humvee

Many US partners already use the light trucks as scouts, cargo carriers, and even light artillery.

US Navy Doubles Down On Range Requirements For Its MQ-25 Tanker Drone
U.S. Navy

US Navy Doubles Down On Range Requirements For Its MQ-25 Tanker Drone

The service says it now wants the Stingray to fly more than twice as far with 50 percent more fuel.

USAF Breathing New Life Into Ancient KC-135 Tankers With This New Glass Cockpit
KC-135

USAF Breathing New Life Into Ancient KC-135 Tankers With This New Glass Cockpit

Digital displays and other systems, along with improved software, could keep the aircraft going for more than 80 years.

US Tries to Spice Up Tired Shows of Force Over Korean Peninsula With F-35s
Japan

US Tries to Spice Up Tired Shows of Force Over Korean Peninsula With F-35s

America and its allies are sending a message, but its not clear whether it will get across to the North Koreans.

U.S. Navy’s Hugely Versatile SM-6 Missile Keeps Scoring Hits
U.S. Navy

U.S. Navy’s Hugely Versatile SM-6 Missile Keeps Scoring Hits

Latest test aimed at improving the weapon's capabilities against ballistic missiles in light of emerging threats.

Hezbollah Buses ISIS Fighters Across Syria As US Mulls Striking Convoy
Iran

Hezbollah Buses ISIS Fighters Across Syria As US Mulls Striking Convoy

The Lebanese militants let the terrorists flee eastward, infuriating the US-led coalition and its partners.

Russian Armor Rolls Into Kurdish Town As US and Turkish-Backed Forces Skirmish
Syria

Russian Armor Rolls Into Kurdish Town As US and Turkish-Backed Forces Skirmish

The Kremlin's arrangement with the Syrian Kurds only adds more complexity for U.S. troops trying keep the focus on ISIS.

US Air Force B-1 Bombers Are Hunting Drug Smugglers From Key West
B-1

US Air Force B-1 Bombers Are Hunting Drug Smugglers From Key West

The obscure flights give bomber crews real-world experience while helping make up chronic intelligence shortfalls.

Trump Says Finland Is Buying New F/A-18 Hornets. They’re Not.
Northern Europe

Trump Says Finland Is Buying New F/A-18 Hornets. They’re Not.

The President made the incorrect claim before rambling incoherently about the size of the Finnish military.

It’s Official, Russia and Syria Have Linked Their Air Defense Networks
Syria

It’s Official, Russia and Syria Have Linked Their Air Defense Networks

The formal arrangement adds more complexity for the United States and its allies in the already complicated conflict.

U.S. Military Wants Tech Companies To Battle Each Other in the ‘ThunderDrone’
Drones

U.S. Military Wants Tech Companies To Battle Each Other in the ‘ThunderDrone’

Free form events will let firms large and small show what they have to offer before a final battle royale showdown.

This Little Lada Named “Sergeant” Aims to Be Russia’s Next Light Tactical Vehicle
Russia

This Little Lada Named “Sergeant” Aims to Be Russia’s Next Light Tactical Vehicle

The militarized design may benefit more from its connection to the iconic Soviet-era car brand than anything else.

Everything You Need To Know About The USAF’s New Nuclear Cruise Missile Program
B-52

Everything You Need To Know About The USAF’s New Nuclear Cruise Missile Program

Critics say it's redundant, costly, and possibly dangerous, but the USAF just poured millions into developing it.

New Syrian Missile Factories Look a Lot Like Ones in Iran
Iran

New Syrian Missile Factories Look a Lot Like Ones in Iran

Growing evidence suggests Tehran is dispersing its weapons programs and sharing capabilities with its allies.

North Korea Shows Off New Solid Fuel Missile Tech Amidst New Sanctions
North Korea

North Korea Shows Off New Solid Fuel Missile Tech Amidst New Sanctions

Images seem to pointedly show that US pressure and threats haven't curtailed the country's ominous developments.

Does the U.S. Air Force Secretary Really Not Know What the Third Offset Is?
U.S. Air Force

Does the U.S. Air Force Secretary Really Not Know What the Third Offset Is?

U.S. military jargon can often be obtuse, but this official strategy is key to the service's future.

USAF Awards Contractors Big Bucks for New ICBMs, But Future of Missiles is Uncertain
U.S. Air Force

USAF Awards Contractors Big Bucks for New ICBMs, But Future of Missiles is Uncertain

The Pentagon is conducting its latest nuclear posture review and there may be a push to eliminate the missiles entirely.