Lawmakers Want B-52 Re-Engining Details Worked Out Before Granting Funding
The U.S. Air Force wants to get new engines for its heavy B-52 Stratofortress bombers as quickly as possible.
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Army Fields Tiny Pocket Drones to Paratroopers at Fort Bragg
Equipment officials recently fielded the Army's first pocket-sized drones to units of the 82nd Airborne Division.
Air Force Will Use Older F-35s to Simulate Enemy Fighters
Military pilots who head to Nellis Air Force Base will find out what it's like to go up against an F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.
Army Leaders Turn to New Tech to Fix 'Atrophied' Supply System
U.S. Army leaders discussed how using cell phone apps and 3D printing may help the service's sustainment machine keep up.
USS Preble to Be First Destroyer Equipped with Laser Defense System
The USS Preble will be the first destroyer to be equipped with a high-energy laser to counter surface craft and drones.
'Crazy Electric Catapult' Won't Be Used on New Aircraft Carriers, Trump Says
President Donald Trump is no fan of the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System, known as EMALS.
Army Taps Five Firms to Study How to Mount 30mm Cannons on Strykers
The U.S. Army recently selected five defense firms to participate in a design study for mounting a 30mm cannon on a Stryker.
Senate Panel Green-Lights More Money for Army Helos, New Auto Rifle
The SASAC approved defense spending bill provides dollars for Army helicopters and a weapon to replace the M249.
Norway Worries Melting Arctic Ice Will Incite Drone Ops and Conflict
The drones could be programmed to "follow strategic assets," including Norwegian or ally submarines.
FN's Fire Control System May Offer Glimpse at Army's Next-Gen Weapon Tech
The FN Mk3 Fire Control Unit is designed to give operators a sighting and aiming solution for 40mm grenade launchers.
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