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Drone Dangers: Speed, Range, Lethality of Small Attack Drones Massively Improve

Drone Dangers: Speed, Range, Lethality of Small Attack Drones Massively Improve

November 27, 2024

Small drones are evolving fast—speed, precision, and swarming tactics are reshaping threats, leaving the West racing to counter them.

Captain Lacie Hester First Woman in Air Force History to Be Awarded Silver Star

Captain Lacie Hester First Woman in Air Force History to Be Awarded Silver Star

November 24, 2024

Captain Lacie ‘Sonic’ Hester’s courage under fire during the largest air-to-air engagement in over 50 years not only earned her the Silver Star but shattered barriers, proving once again that valor knows no gender.

A Simple Software Upgrade Might Have Saved This F-18 Pilot’s Life

A Simple Software Upgrade Might Have Saved This F-18 Pilot’s Life

November 23, 2024

Had the Navy prioritized the integration of Auto-GCAS like the Air Force, Lt. Richard Bullock might still be soaring the skies instead of being a heartbreaking reminder of preventable loss.

China’s New J-35 Stealth Fighter vs US F-35

China’s New J-35 Stealth Fighter vs US F-35

November 22, 2024

China’s new J-35 stealth jet claims F-35-level sensing and targeting, but can it truly rival US tech? The Pentagon’s keeping an eye on it.

Should the US Air Force Buy 250 B-21 Stealth Bombers?

Should the US Air Force Buy 250 B-21 Stealth Bombers?

November 20, 2024

The B-21 Raider is redefining stealth warfare—unmanned missions, AI-driven targeting, and breakthrough stealth tech make it a game-changer.

US Navy Preps Its New CMV-22B Osprey Variant For Rough Seas & New Missions

US Navy Preps Its New CMV-22B Osprey Variant For Rough Seas & New Missions

November 18, 2024

The Navy’s CMV-22B Osprey is ready to dominate rough seas with long-range power, tackling critical missions far beyond its predecessor.

US Air Force Revamps Strategy, Buys Smarter for Indo-Pacific

US Air Force Revamps Strategy, Buys Smarter for Indo-Pacific

November 18, 2024

The US Air Force’s new strategy: affordable “robot wingmen” and cutting-edge tech to outpace threats in the Indo-Pacific.

F-35 Pilots Describe Aircraft, Weapons, Electronics & Computing

F-35 Pilots Describe Aircraft, Weapons, Electronics & Computing

November 16, 2024

F-35’s secret weapon? Sensor fusion. Pilots see everything, act faster, and dominate air combat like never before.

How The Air Force Plans to Fly F-22s Into 2060s

How The Air Force Plans to Fly F-22s Into 2060s

November 15, 2024

The F-22 Raptor, with continuous upgrades in stealth, radar, and weapons, remains a top air superiority fighter for the US military.

US Air Force Approves Merlin’s Plan for KC-135 Pilot AI

US Air Force Approves Merlin’s Plan for KC-135 Pilot AI

November 13, 2024

Merlin’s AI-powered Pilot is set to transform the KC-135, marking a huge step for military aviation and the future of autonomous flight.

China’s GJ-2 Spy Drone Circles Taiwan – Rivals US Reaper

China’s GJ-2 Spy Drone Circles Taiwan – Rivals US Reaper

November 12, 2024

The GJ-2 may mimic the MQ-9 Reaper’s silhouette, but when it comes to battlefield prowess, the PLA’s drone still plays catch-up to America’s heavily upgraded, battle-hardened workhorse.

China Plans to “Mass Produce” Large Numbers of its New J-35A

China Plans to “Mass Produce” Large Numbers of its New J-35A

November 10, 2024

A Chinese state paper touts the J-35, making China the second nation with two 5th-gen jets, and hints at mass production.

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