Featured in hypersonic weaponsBYJoseph TrevithickJul 7, 2021ShareWarhead For Air Force’s First Hypersonic Missile Tested For The First TimeThe test of the warhead comes as the service is reportedly preparing to try again to conduct its inaugural launch of a prototype AGM-183A missile. BYJoseph TrevithickJul 7, 2021ShareBYBrett TingleyJun 17, 2021ShareAir Force Says Hypersonic Missile Tests Could Kill Four Snails And 90 ClamsA USAF report cites a range of environmental impacts that could be caused by missile testing including the highly anticipated ARRW live-fire test. BYBrett TingleyJun 17, 2021ShareBYThomas NewdickJun 10, 2021ShareAir Force Corrects Top Official’s Statement On B-21 Bomber Progress (Updated)The first two examples of the advanced stealth bomber design are set to undergo ground testing before their planned first flight next year. BYThomas NewdickJun 10, 2021ShareBYJoseph TrevithickJun 1, 2021ShareThe Navy’s Railgun Looks Like It’s Finally Facing The Axe In New Budget RequestThe Navy has been working to make the idea of a railgun an operational reality since 2005. BYJoseph TrevithickJun 1, 2021ShareBYJoseph TrevithickMay 14, 2021ShareThe Army Has Finally Revealed The Range Of Its New Hypersonic WeaponThe missile’s range would’ve violated a now-defunct treaty with Russia and this disclosure comes amid criticism of its utility in the Pacific region. BYJoseph TrevithickMay 14, 2021ShareBYJoseph TrevithickMay 6, 2021ShareB-52 Simulated A Hypersonic Weapon Strike During Massive Alaskan War GamesThe Air Force touted its first end-to-end simulated hypersonic weapon strike, but new networking concepts that made it possible may be the real star. BYJoseph TrevithickMay 6, 2021ShareBYThomas Newdick and Joseph TrevithickApr 29, 2021ShareDoes Spending Nearly $18B On A Few Dozen New ICBM Interceptors Even Make Sense Strategically?With so much spent on so few interceptors, each costing at least $74M, enemies are incentivized to simply build more missiles to overwhelm the system. BYThomas Newdick and Joseph TrevithickApr 29, 2021ShareBYJoseph TrevithickApr 28, 2021ShareFrance Carries Out Unusual Ballistic Missile Test As American Spy Plane Looks OnFrench authorities have confirmed that the test involved an M51 submarine-launched ballistic missile fired from a land-based facility. BYJoseph TrevithickApr 28, 2021ShareBYJoseph TrevithickApr 26, 2021ShareWarnings Posted For A Peculiar French Ballistic Missile Test In The AtlanticWarning notices have raised questions about whether France is about to test an improved submarine-launched ballistic missile or a hypersonic weapon. BYJoseph TrevithickApr 26, 2021ShareBYJoseph TrevithickApr 14, 2021ShareNavy SM-6 Missile Will Attempt To Swat Down A Mock Hypersonic WeaponThe new version of the SM-6 missile that is currently under development will itself be able to reach hypersonic speeds. BYJoseph TrevithickApr 14, 2021ShareBYJoseph TrevithickApr 6, 2021ShareBroken ARRW: Air Force’s First Hypersonic Missile Fails During Inaugural TestThe prototype missile never left the wing of the B-52H bomber carrying it during the hugely anticipated test. BYJoseph TrevithickApr 6, 2021ShareBYJoseph TrevithickMar 29, 2021ShareThe First Flight Test Of The Air Force’s New Hypersonic Missile Appears To Be ImminentAll the pieces appear to be falling into place for what will be a historic event for the Air Force and American hypersonic weapons development. BYJoseph TrevithickMar 29, 2021ShareBYJoseph TrevithickMar 19, 2021ShareNavy Wants Triple-Packed Hypersonic Missile Modules On Its Stealthy Zumwalt DestroyersThe modules are too large for the ship’s existing vertical launch cells, so they would likely take the place of its all but abandoned deck guns. BYJoseph TrevithickMar 19, 2021ShareBYJoseph TrevithickMar 19, 2021ShareArmy Delivers First Canisters To Its New Hypersonic Missile Battery But Won’t Say Where It’s BasedThe prototype outfit will now begin training with two inert canisters that are identical to the ones that will soon hold live missiles. BYJoseph TrevithickMar 19, 2021ShareBYJoseph TrevithickMar 5, 2021ShareThis Is The Pentagon’s $27 Billion Master Plan To Deter China In The PacificThe plans include calls for deploying long-range missiles in the Western Pacific, new missile defenses and sensor networks, and more. BYJoseph TrevithickMar 5, 2021ShareBYJoseph TrevithickMar 5, 2021ShareThe Air Force Says Its First Hypersonic Missile Will Make Its Inaugural Flight Within 30 DaysThe new schedule comes after an Air Force official said just recently that the first flight test of the AGM-183 would take place this past week. BYJoseph TrevithickMar 5, 2021ShareBYJoseph TrevithickFeb 11, 2021ShareSuper Bowl Flyover Offered A Glimpse Of A Future Where Multiple Bomber Types Join Forces In CombatThe Air Force is exploring how B-1Bs and B-52Hs can work together more directly, including targeting “handoffs” involving stealthy cruise missiles. BYJoseph TrevithickFeb 11, 2021ShareBYThomas NewdickFeb 2, 2021ShareThe Air Force’s New F-15EX Eagle Just Took To The Sky For The First Time (Updated)The flight comes nearly 50 years after the F-15A first flew. This latest Eagle iteration is set to replace the USAF’s F-15C/D fleet, and maybe more. BYThomas NewdickFeb 2, 2021ShareBYJoseph TrevithickJan 26, 2021SharePutin Reveals Existence Of New Nuclear Command BunkerRussia already has two very large bunker complexes built underneath mountains, including one housing a key nuclear doomsday command system. BYJoseph TrevithickJan 26, 2021ShareBYBrett TingleyNov 27, 2020ShareBlasting The Air In Front Of Hypersonic Vehicles With Lasers Could Unlock Unprecedented SpeedsFor decades, the DoD has been researching a radical drag reduction technique that involves sheathing a vehicle in directed energy-induced plasma. BYBrett TingleyNov 27, 2020ShareBYJoseph TrevithickNov 24, 2020ShareThis Is Our First Look At A B-1 Bomber Carrying A Stealthy Cruise Missile ExternallyThe Air Force hopes its B-1s will eventually be able to carry up to a dozen of the missiles, and potentially hypersonic weapons, on external pylons. BYJoseph TrevithickNov 24, 2020ShareBYJoseph TrevithickOct 6, 2020ShareWork Begins On Starlink-Like Constellation Of Small Hypersonic Missile-Tracking SatellitesThe Pentagon’s grand space strategy envisions a shift from larger, expensive satellites to massive constellations of smaller, easier to replace ones. BYJoseph TrevithickOct 6, 2020ShareBYJoseph Trevithick and Tyler RogowaySep 9, 2020ShareTrump Discloses Supposed Existence Of A Secret New Nuclear Weapon System To Bob WoodwardOther sources reportedly confirmed that the weapon system does exist, but declined to get into specifics. BYJoseph Trevithick and Tyler RogowaySep 9, 2020ShareBYJoseph TrevithickSep 1, 2020ShareTest Aircraft Have Been Lugging DARPA’s Prototype Hypersonic Cruise Missiles AroundLive flight tests of these secretive air-breathing hypersonic weapons could be imminent. BYJoseph TrevithickSep 1, 2020ShareBYJoseph TrevithickAug 19, 2020ShareAir Force Eyes Adding Nuclear-Armed Hypersonic Boost-Glide Vehicles To Its Future ICBMsAt present, all other hypersonic weapons of this type that the US military is developing are conventionally armed. BYJoseph TrevithickAug 19, 2020ShareBYJoseph TrevithickApr 8, 2020ShareAir Force Wants To Use External Pylons To Arm The B-1B Bomber With 31 Hypersonic MissilesThe configuration would revolutionize the B-1’s standoff strike capability and it would keep the jet relevant as it enters the twilight of its career. BYJoseph TrevithickApr 8, 2020ShareBYJoseph TrevithickMar 20, 2020ShareThe Army And Navy Have Conducted The First Joint Test Of Their New Hypersonic WeaponThe Missile Defense Agency also observed the test to gather data that could be useful in developing anti-hypersonic defenses. BYJoseph TrevithickMar 20, 2020ShareBYJoseph TrevithickFeb 11, 2020ShareAir Force Bails On Tri-Service Hypersonic Weapon Project As Army, Navy Ask For More MoneyThe Air Force will focus on a different hypersonic weapon, using a more complex boost-glide vehicle for its warhead, for its B-52 bombers. BYJoseph TrevithickFeb 11, 2020ShareBYJoseph TrevithickDec 18, 2019ShareNew Owner Of Stratolaunch And World’s Largest Plane To Refocus On Hypersonic TestingNew ownership has led to a shift in focus at what the late Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen had first envisioned as a space launch company. BYJoseph TrevithickDec 18, 2019ShareBYJoseph TrevithickDec 2, 2019ShareRussia Plans To Set Up Massive New Radar Array To Help “Control” The Arctic RegionRussia claims the new radar would give it enhanced early warning of incoming aircraft, cruise missiles, and hypersonic weapons from the region. BYJoseph TrevithickDec 2, 2019ShareBYJoseph TrevithickDec 1, 2019ShareAir Force Wanted To Turn Skunk Works’ Mach 3 Capable Recon Drone Into A Nuclear BomberThe concept would have given the service a penetrating high-speed strike asset, something it is still interested in to this day. BYJoseph TrevithickDec 1, 2019ShareBYJoseph TrevithickNov 21, 2019ShareNavy Plans For ‘Large Payload Subs’ Based On New Columbia Class To Take On SSGN Role And MoreThe service is also eying a new sub-launched ballistic missile to replace Trident and could end up expanding its nuclear deterrent capabilities. BYJoseph TrevithickNov 21, 2019ShareBYJoseph TrevithickAug 27, 2019ShareRussia Claims A Grabber Arm Equipped Il-76 Will Launch And Recover Hypersonic VehiclesCertain portions of the concept seem far-fetched, but there may be a role for the less ambitious parts of the system. BYJoseph TrevithickAug 27, 2019ShareBYJoseph TrevithickAug 13, 2019ShareAir Force Reveals Tests Of Supposed Record-Setting Scramjet Engine From Northrop GrummanThe new design produced more thrust than any other air-breathing hypersonic engine the Air Force has ever tested, at least publicly. BYJoseph TrevithickAug 13, 2019ShareBYJoseph TrevithickJul 27, 2019ShareDARPA Starts Work On “Glide Breaker” Hypersonic Weapons Defense ProjectThe program’s main goal is to find ways to make America’s enemies think twice before using hypersonic weapons. BYJoseph TrevithickJul 27, 2019ShareBYJoseph TrevithickJul 1, 2019ShareCongress Demands Space-Based Missile Defense Weapons and Sensors No Matter WhatThe latest draft defense spending bill orders the Pentagon to develop these systems even if its own experts oppose them. BYJoseph TrevithickJul 1, 2019ShareBYJoseph TrevithickJun 30, 2019ShareHere’s The Six Super Weapons Putin Unveiled During Fiery AddressThe Russian president said “you listen to us now” as he boasted about nuclear-powered cruise missile, hypersonic weapons, nuclear torpedoes, and more. BYJoseph TrevithickJun 30, 2019ShareBYJoseph TrevithickJun 30, 2019ShareDespite What You’ve Heard, The Navy Isn’t Ditching Its Railgun And Budget Docs Prove ItThe service is still moving ahead with the electromagnetic weapon, which takes on new significance given recent Chinese developments. BYJoseph TrevithickJun 30, 2019ShareBYJoseph TrevithickJun 29, 2019ShareEverything You Need To Know About The USAF’s New Nuclear Cruise Missile ProgramCritics say it’s redundant, costly, and possibly dangerous, but the USAF just poured millions into developing it. BYJoseph TrevithickJun 29, 2019ShareBYJoseph TrevithickJun 29, 2019ShareThe United States and Australia Quietly Test Hypersonic MissilesWhile the latest tests gather scientific data, the USAF is looking for companies could build an actual weapon. BYJoseph TrevithickJun 29, 2019ShareBYJoseph TrevithickJun 18, 2019ShareNorthrop And Raytheon Have Been Secretly Working On Scramjet Powered Hypersonic MissileThe weapon, which uses an entirely 3D-printed scramjet engine, is set to fly for the first time in “the near future.” BYJoseph TrevithickJun 18, 2019ShareBYJoseph TrevithickJun 17, 2019ShareBehold The First Flight Of A B-52 Bomber Carrying The AGM-183A Hypersonic MissileThe photographs from the first-ever flight test of the weapon offer the first look at its overall design. BYJoseph TrevithickJun 17, 2019ShareBYJoseph TrevithickJun 13, 2019ShareB-52 Bomber Flies For The First Time With New Hypersonic Missile Under Its WingThe AGM-183A is one of at least three hypersonic weapons the Air Force wants to add to the bomber’s arsenal in the coming years. BYJoseph TrevithickJun 13, 2019ShareBYJoseph TrevithickJun 3, 2019ShareHere’s What The Army’s First Ever Operational Hypersonic Missile Unit Will Look LikeThe service plans to use the unit mostly for testing and evaluation, but it will be ready for combat within the next four years, if necessary. BYJoseph TrevithickJun 3, 2019ShareBYJoseph TrevithickMay 7, 2019ShareNew Lockheed Concept Shows Navy F-35C Armed With Hypersonic Cruise MissilesThe missile would be a follow-on version of a weapon Lockheed Martin is already developing for the Air Force. BYJoseph TrevithickMay 7, 2019ShareBYJoseph TrevithickJan 17, 2019ShareHere’s All You Need To Know About The New Missile Defense Review That Was Just ReleasedThe report gives all new emphasis to cruise missile and hypersonic threats and further outlines plans for new defenses, including in space. BYJoseph TrevithickJan 17, 2019ShareBYJoseph TrevithickDec 26, 2018SharePutin Announces Early ‘New Years Gift’ Of Successful Hypersonic Glide Vehicle Test (Updated)The launch was meant to simulate the actual operational use of the game-changing weapon system, which Russia hopes will enter service next year. BYJoseph TrevithickDec 26, 2018ShareBYJoseph TrevithickDec 18, 2018ShareRussia’s Satan 2 ICBM Service Entry Delayed As Arms Control Deals FalterTechnical issues or economic problems might be the source of the delay, but it means the missiles could enter service in the middle of an arms race. BYJoseph TrevithickDec 18, 2018ShareBYJoseph TrevithickOct 23, 2018ShareWhat Pulling Out Of The Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty Means And What Comes NextThe Russians are violating the deal, but ditching it could strain America’s relations with its allies and kick off an expensive arms race. BYJoseph TrevithickOct 23, 2018ShareBYJoseph TrevithickOct 4, 2018ShareNavy Spends Millions On Sub-Launched Hypersonics As USAF Touts New Hypersonic X-PlaneThe U.S. military as a whole has a voracious appetite for the fast-flying vehicles and there’s no sign it will be satiated anytime soon. BYJoseph TrevithickOct 4, 2018ShareBYTyler RogowaySep 21, 2018ShareVideo Appears To Show China Testing Hypersonic Glide Vehicles Via High Altitude BalloonThe payload adapter on the balloon contains shapes that match the hypersonic glide vehicle configurations China has shown off in the past. BYTyler RogowaySep 21, 2018ShareBYTyler RogowayAug 31, 2018ShareAir Force Puts Out Contract Opportunity Announcement For Literally Anything HypersonicThe USAF is swinging the door open for contractors big and small to potentially get a piece of the rapidly growing hypersonic weapons pie. BYTyler RogowayAug 31, 2018ShareBYJoseph TrevithickAug 15, 2018ShareUSAF Hands Lockheed Billions For New Warning Satellites Amid Rush For More Space SensorsThe service is trying to push up the schedule for deploying its newest space-based sensor system, but it might not be fast enough for Congress. BYJoseph TrevithickAug 15, 2018ShareBYJoseph TrevithickJul 19, 2018ShareRussia Releases Videos Offering An Unprecedented Look At Its Six New Super WeaponsAfter a controversial summit between Trump and Putin, the Kremlin gives us a glimpse of its latest strategic weapons developments. BYJoseph TrevithickJul 19, 2018ShareBYJoseph TrevithickJun 22, 2018ShareThe Air Force Wants Its B-52s To Carry Mysterious 20,000lb Weapons Under Their WingsThe service says the bombers need new underwing pylons for particularly heavy bombs or missiles, but hasn’t identified any specific types. BYJoseph TrevithickJun 22, 2018ShareBYJoseph TrevithickMay 24, 2018ShareRussia’s S-500 Air Defense System Reportedly Hits Target Nearly 300 Miles AwayThe record-breaking achievement could indicate significant progress in the program, which has been delayed multiple times already. BYJoseph TrevithickMay 24, 2018ShareBYJoseph TrevithickApr 3, 2018ShareThe Army Now Wants Hypersonic Cannons, Loitering Missiles, And A Massive SupergunThe service hopes to reverse the trend of potential opponents, notably Russia, gaining a significant advantage when it comes to artillery weapons. BYJoseph TrevithickApr 3, 2018ShareBYJoseph TrevithickMar 23, 2018ShareRussia Halts Years of Work On Ballistic Missile To Pay For Hypersonic WeaponsLess than a month after announcing a flurry of new strategic weapons, the Kremlin has effectively canceled one for the foreseeable future. BYJoseph TrevithickMar 23, 2018Share12
BYJoseph TrevithickJul 7, 2021ShareWarhead For Air Force’s First Hypersonic Missile Tested For The First TimeThe test of the warhead comes as the service is reportedly preparing to try again to conduct its inaugural launch of a prototype AGM-183A missile. BYJoseph TrevithickJul 7, 2021Share
BYBrett TingleyJun 17, 2021ShareAir Force Says Hypersonic Missile Tests Could Kill Four Snails And 90 ClamsA USAF report cites a range of environmental impacts that could be caused by missile testing including the highly anticipated ARRW live-fire test. BYBrett TingleyJun 17, 2021Share
BYThomas NewdickJun 10, 2021ShareAir Force Corrects Top Official’s Statement On B-21 Bomber Progress (Updated)The first two examples of the advanced stealth bomber design are set to undergo ground testing before their planned first flight next year. BYThomas NewdickJun 10, 2021Share
BYJoseph TrevithickJun 1, 2021ShareThe Navy’s Railgun Looks Like It’s Finally Facing The Axe In New Budget RequestThe Navy has been working to make the idea of a railgun an operational reality since 2005. BYJoseph TrevithickJun 1, 2021Share
BYJoseph TrevithickMay 14, 2021ShareThe Army Has Finally Revealed The Range Of Its New Hypersonic WeaponThe missile’s range would’ve violated a now-defunct treaty with Russia and this disclosure comes amid criticism of its utility in the Pacific region. BYJoseph TrevithickMay 14, 2021Share
BYJoseph TrevithickMay 6, 2021ShareB-52 Simulated A Hypersonic Weapon Strike During Massive Alaskan War GamesThe Air Force touted its first end-to-end simulated hypersonic weapon strike, but new networking concepts that made it possible may be the real star. BYJoseph TrevithickMay 6, 2021Share
BYThomas Newdick and Joseph TrevithickApr 29, 2021ShareDoes Spending Nearly $18B On A Few Dozen New ICBM Interceptors Even Make Sense Strategically?With so much spent on so few interceptors, each costing at least $74M, enemies are incentivized to simply build more missiles to overwhelm the system. BYThomas Newdick and Joseph TrevithickApr 29, 2021Share
BYJoseph TrevithickApr 28, 2021ShareFrance Carries Out Unusual Ballistic Missile Test As American Spy Plane Looks OnFrench authorities have confirmed that the test involved an M51 submarine-launched ballistic missile fired from a land-based facility. BYJoseph TrevithickApr 28, 2021Share
BYJoseph TrevithickApr 26, 2021ShareWarnings Posted For A Peculiar French Ballistic Missile Test In The AtlanticWarning notices have raised questions about whether France is about to test an improved submarine-launched ballistic missile or a hypersonic weapon. BYJoseph TrevithickApr 26, 2021Share
BYJoseph TrevithickApr 14, 2021ShareNavy SM-6 Missile Will Attempt To Swat Down A Mock Hypersonic WeaponThe new version of the SM-6 missile that is currently under development will itself be able to reach hypersonic speeds. BYJoseph TrevithickApr 14, 2021Share
BYJoseph TrevithickApr 6, 2021ShareBroken ARRW: Air Force’s First Hypersonic Missile Fails During Inaugural TestThe prototype missile never left the wing of the B-52H bomber carrying it during the hugely anticipated test. BYJoseph TrevithickApr 6, 2021Share
BYJoseph TrevithickMar 29, 2021ShareThe First Flight Test Of The Air Force’s New Hypersonic Missile Appears To Be ImminentAll the pieces appear to be falling into place for what will be a historic event for the Air Force and American hypersonic weapons development. BYJoseph TrevithickMar 29, 2021Share
BYJoseph TrevithickMar 19, 2021ShareNavy Wants Triple-Packed Hypersonic Missile Modules On Its Stealthy Zumwalt DestroyersThe modules are too large for the ship’s existing vertical launch cells, so they would likely take the place of its all but abandoned deck guns. BYJoseph TrevithickMar 19, 2021Share
BYJoseph TrevithickMar 19, 2021ShareArmy Delivers First Canisters To Its New Hypersonic Missile Battery But Won’t Say Where It’s BasedThe prototype outfit will now begin training with two inert canisters that are identical to the ones that will soon hold live missiles. BYJoseph TrevithickMar 19, 2021Share
BYJoseph TrevithickMar 5, 2021ShareThis Is The Pentagon’s $27 Billion Master Plan To Deter China In The PacificThe plans include calls for deploying long-range missiles in the Western Pacific, new missile defenses and sensor networks, and more. BYJoseph TrevithickMar 5, 2021Share
BYJoseph TrevithickMar 5, 2021ShareThe Air Force Says Its First Hypersonic Missile Will Make Its Inaugural Flight Within 30 DaysThe new schedule comes after an Air Force official said just recently that the first flight test of the AGM-183 would take place this past week. BYJoseph TrevithickMar 5, 2021Share
BYJoseph TrevithickFeb 11, 2021ShareSuper Bowl Flyover Offered A Glimpse Of A Future Where Multiple Bomber Types Join Forces In CombatThe Air Force is exploring how B-1Bs and B-52Hs can work together more directly, including targeting “handoffs” involving stealthy cruise missiles. BYJoseph TrevithickFeb 11, 2021Share
BYThomas NewdickFeb 2, 2021ShareThe Air Force’s New F-15EX Eagle Just Took To The Sky For The First Time (Updated)The flight comes nearly 50 years after the F-15A first flew. This latest Eagle iteration is set to replace the USAF’s F-15C/D fleet, and maybe more. BYThomas NewdickFeb 2, 2021Share
BYJoseph TrevithickJan 26, 2021SharePutin Reveals Existence Of New Nuclear Command BunkerRussia already has two very large bunker complexes built underneath mountains, including one housing a key nuclear doomsday command system. BYJoseph TrevithickJan 26, 2021Share
BYBrett TingleyNov 27, 2020ShareBlasting The Air In Front Of Hypersonic Vehicles With Lasers Could Unlock Unprecedented SpeedsFor decades, the DoD has been researching a radical drag reduction technique that involves sheathing a vehicle in directed energy-induced plasma. BYBrett TingleyNov 27, 2020Share
BYJoseph TrevithickNov 24, 2020ShareThis Is Our First Look At A B-1 Bomber Carrying A Stealthy Cruise Missile ExternallyThe Air Force hopes its B-1s will eventually be able to carry up to a dozen of the missiles, and potentially hypersonic weapons, on external pylons. BYJoseph TrevithickNov 24, 2020Share
BYJoseph TrevithickOct 6, 2020ShareWork Begins On Starlink-Like Constellation Of Small Hypersonic Missile-Tracking SatellitesThe Pentagon’s grand space strategy envisions a shift from larger, expensive satellites to massive constellations of smaller, easier to replace ones. BYJoseph TrevithickOct 6, 2020Share
BYJoseph Trevithick and Tyler RogowaySep 9, 2020ShareTrump Discloses Supposed Existence Of A Secret New Nuclear Weapon System To Bob WoodwardOther sources reportedly confirmed that the weapon system does exist, but declined to get into specifics. BYJoseph Trevithick and Tyler RogowaySep 9, 2020Share
BYJoseph TrevithickSep 1, 2020ShareTest Aircraft Have Been Lugging DARPA’s Prototype Hypersonic Cruise Missiles AroundLive flight tests of these secretive air-breathing hypersonic weapons could be imminent. BYJoseph TrevithickSep 1, 2020Share
BYJoseph TrevithickAug 19, 2020ShareAir Force Eyes Adding Nuclear-Armed Hypersonic Boost-Glide Vehicles To Its Future ICBMsAt present, all other hypersonic weapons of this type that the US military is developing are conventionally armed. BYJoseph TrevithickAug 19, 2020Share
BYJoseph TrevithickApr 8, 2020ShareAir Force Wants To Use External Pylons To Arm The B-1B Bomber With 31 Hypersonic MissilesThe configuration would revolutionize the B-1’s standoff strike capability and it would keep the jet relevant as it enters the twilight of its career. BYJoseph TrevithickApr 8, 2020Share
BYJoseph TrevithickMar 20, 2020ShareThe Army And Navy Have Conducted The First Joint Test Of Their New Hypersonic WeaponThe Missile Defense Agency also observed the test to gather data that could be useful in developing anti-hypersonic defenses. BYJoseph TrevithickMar 20, 2020Share
BYJoseph TrevithickFeb 11, 2020ShareAir Force Bails On Tri-Service Hypersonic Weapon Project As Army, Navy Ask For More MoneyThe Air Force will focus on a different hypersonic weapon, using a more complex boost-glide vehicle for its warhead, for its B-52 bombers. BYJoseph TrevithickFeb 11, 2020Share
BYJoseph TrevithickDec 18, 2019ShareNew Owner Of Stratolaunch And World’s Largest Plane To Refocus On Hypersonic TestingNew ownership has led to a shift in focus at what the late Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen had first envisioned as a space launch company. BYJoseph TrevithickDec 18, 2019Share
BYJoseph TrevithickDec 2, 2019ShareRussia Plans To Set Up Massive New Radar Array To Help “Control” The Arctic RegionRussia claims the new radar would give it enhanced early warning of incoming aircraft, cruise missiles, and hypersonic weapons from the region. BYJoseph TrevithickDec 2, 2019Share
BYJoseph TrevithickDec 1, 2019ShareAir Force Wanted To Turn Skunk Works’ Mach 3 Capable Recon Drone Into A Nuclear BomberThe concept would have given the service a penetrating high-speed strike asset, something it is still interested in to this day. BYJoseph TrevithickDec 1, 2019Share
BYJoseph TrevithickNov 21, 2019ShareNavy Plans For ‘Large Payload Subs’ Based On New Columbia Class To Take On SSGN Role And MoreThe service is also eying a new sub-launched ballistic missile to replace Trident and could end up expanding its nuclear deterrent capabilities. BYJoseph TrevithickNov 21, 2019Share
BYJoseph TrevithickAug 27, 2019ShareRussia Claims A Grabber Arm Equipped Il-76 Will Launch And Recover Hypersonic VehiclesCertain portions of the concept seem far-fetched, but there may be a role for the less ambitious parts of the system. BYJoseph TrevithickAug 27, 2019Share
BYJoseph TrevithickAug 13, 2019ShareAir Force Reveals Tests Of Supposed Record-Setting Scramjet Engine From Northrop GrummanThe new design produced more thrust than any other air-breathing hypersonic engine the Air Force has ever tested, at least publicly. BYJoseph TrevithickAug 13, 2019Share
BYJoseph TrevithickJul 27, 2019ShareDARPA Starts Work On “Glide Breaker” Hypersonic Weapons Defense ProjectThe program’s main goal is to find ways to make America’s enemies think twice before using hypersonic weapons. BYJoseph TrevithickJul 27, 2019Share
BYJoseph TrevithickJul 1, 2019ShareCongress Demands Space-Based Missile Defense Weapons and Sensors No Matter WhatThe latest draft defense spending bill orders the Pentagon to develop these systems even if its own experts oppose them. BYJoseph TrevithickJul 1, 2019Share
BYJoseph TrevithickJun 30, 2019ShareHere’s The Six Super Weapons Putin Unveiled During Fiery AddressThe Russian president said “you listen to us now” as he boasted about nuclear-powered cruise missile, hypersonic weapons, nuclear torpedoes, and more. BYJoseph TrevithickJun 30, 2019Share
BYJoseph TrevithickJun 30, 2019ShareDespite What You’ve Heard, The Navy Isn’t Ditching Its Railgun And Budget Docs Prove ItThe service is still moving ahead with the electromagnetic weapon, which takes on new significance given recent Chinese developments. BYJoseph TrevithickJun 30, 2019Share
BYJoseph TrevithickJun 29, 2019ShareEverything You Need To Know About The USAF’s New Nuclear Cruise Missile ProgramCritics say it’s redundant, costly, and possibly dangerous, but the USAF just poured millions into developing it. BYJoseph TrevithickJun 29, 2019Share
BYJoseph TrevithickJun 29, 2019ShareThe United States and Australia Quietly Test Hypersonic MissilesWhile the latest tests gather scientific data, the USAF is looking for companies could build an actual weapon. BYJoseph TrevithickJun 29, 2019Share
BYJoseph TrevithickJun 18, 2019ShareNorthrop And Raytheon Have Been Secretly Working On Scramjet Powered Hypersonic MissileThe weapon, which uses an entirely 3D-printed scramjet engine, is set to fly for the first time in “the near future.” BYJoseph TrevithickJun 18, 2019Share
BYJoseph TrevithickJun 17, 2019ShareBehold The First Flight Of A B-52 Bomber Carrying The AGM-183A Hypersonic MissileThe photographs from the first-ever flight test of the weapon offer the first look at its overall design. BYJoseph TrevithickJun 17, 2019Share
BYJoseph TrevithickJun 13, 2019ShareB-52 Bomber Flies For The First Time With New Hypersonic Missile Under Its WingThe AGM-183A is one of at least three hypersonic weapons the Air Force wants to add to the bomber’s arsenal in the coming years. BYJoseph TrevithickJun 13, 2019Share
BYJoseph TrevithickJun 3, 2019ShareHere’s What The Army’s First Ever Operational Hypersonic Missile Unit Will Look LikeThe service plans to use the unit mostly for testing and evaluation, but it will be ready for combat within the next four years, if necessary. BYJoseph TrevithickJun 3, 2019Share
BYJoseph TrevithickMay 7, 2019ShareNew Lockheed Concept Shows Navy F-35C Armed With Hypersonic Cruise MissilesThe missile would be a follow-on version of a weapon Lockheed Martin is already developing for the Air Force. BYJoseph TrevithickMay 7, 2019Share
BYJoseph TrevithickJan 17, 2019ShareHere’s All You Need To Know About The New Missile Defense Review That Was Just ReleasedThe report gives all new emphasis to cruise missile and hypersonic threats and further outlines plans for new defenses, including in space. BYJoseph TrevithickJan 17, 2019Share
BYJoseph TrevithickDec 26, 2018SharePutin Announces Early ‘New Years Gift’ Of Successful Hypersonic Glide Vehicle Test (Updated)The launch was meant to simulate the actual operational use of the game-changing weapon system, which Russia hopes will enter service next year. BYJoseph TrevithickDec 26, 2018Share
BYJoseph TrevithickDec 18, 2018ShareRussia’s Satan 2 ICBM Service Entry Delayed As Arms Control Deals FalterTechnical issues or economic problems might be the source of the delay, but it means the missiles could enter service in the middle of an arms race. BYJoseph TrevithickDec 18, 2018Share
BYJoseph TrevithickOct 23, 2018ShareWhat Pulling Out Of The Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty Means And What Comes NextThe Russians are violating the deal, but ditching it could strain America’s relations with its allies and kick off an expensive arms race. BYJoseph TrevithickOct 23, 2018Share
BYJoseph TrevithickOct 4, 2018ShareNavy Spends Millions On Sub-Launched Hypersonics As USAF Touts New Hypersonic X-PlaneThe U.S. military as a whole has a voracious appetite for the fast-flying vehicles and there’s no sign it will be satiated anytime soon. BYJoseph TrevithickOct 4, 2018Share
BYTyler RogowaySep 21, 2018ShareVideo Appears To Show China Testing Hypersonic Glide Vehicles Via High Altitude BalloonThe payload adapter on the balloon contains shapes that match the hypersonic glide vehicle configurations China has shown off in the past. BYTyler RogowaySep 21, 2018Share
BYTyler RogowayAug 31, 2018ShareAir Force Puts Out Contract Opportunity Announcement For Literally Anything HypersonicThe USAF is swinging the door open for contractors big and small to potentially get a piece of the rapidly growing hypersonic weapons pie. BYTyler RogowayAug 31, 2018Share
BYJoseph TrevithickAug 15, 2018ShareUSAF Hands Lockheed Billions For New Warning Satellites Amid Rush For More Space SensorsThe service is trying to push up the schedule for deploying its newest space-based sensor system, but it might not be fast enough for Congress. BYJoseph TrevithickAug 15, 2018Share
BYJoseph TrevithickJul 19, 2018ShareRussia Releases Videos Offering An Unprecedented Look At Its Six New Super WeaponsAfter a controversial summit between Trump and Putin, the Kremlin gives us a glimpse of its latest strategic weapons developments. BYJoseph TrevithickJul 19, 2018Share
BYJoseph TrevithickJun 22, 2018ShareThe Air Force Wants Its B-52s To Carry Mysterious 20,000lb Weapons Under Their WingsThe service says the bombers need new underwing pylons for particularly heavy bombs or missiles, but hasn’t identified any specific types. BYJoseph TrevithickJun 22, 2018Share
BYJoseph TrevithickMay 24, 2018ShareRussia’s S-500 Air Defense System Reportedly Hits Target Nearly 300 Miles AwayThe record-breaking achievement could indicate significant progress in the program, which has been delayed multiple times already. BYJoseph TrevithickMay 24, 2018Share
BYJoseph TrevithickApr 3, 2018ShareThe Army Now Wants Hypersonic Cannons, Loitering Missiles, And A Massive SupergunThe service hopes to reverse the trend of potential opponents, notably Russia, gaining a significant advantage when it comes to artillery weapons. BYJoseph TrevithickApr 3, 2018Share
BYJoseph TrevithickMar 23, 2018ShareRussia Halts Years of Work On Ballistic Missile To Pay For Hypersonic WeaponsLess than a month after announcing a flurry of new strategic weapons, the Kremlin has effectively canceled one for the foreseeable future. BYJoseph TrevithickMar 23, 2018Share