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Image for illustrative purposes only. An M109A6 Paladin self-propelled howitzer. (DVIDS)

US Army Blazes New Trail in Air Defense with Hypersonic Cannon System

The US Army is developing a revolutionary (and cheap) air defense system, capable of firing hypersonic rounds. Deploys by 2027!

Technology Jul 19

UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter. (DVIDS)

Leonardo Delivers 1,000th Life-Saving Sensor for US Army Helicopters

Leonardo DRS delivered its 1,000th sensor for the US Army’s helicopter missile warning system, a major win for helicopter safety.

Aviation Jul 06

BAE Systems' Tridon Mk2 (Screenshot)

Drone Slayer? BAE Systems Unveils ‘Tridon Mk2’ Anti-Air System

BAE Systems unveils the Tridon Mk2, a next-generation air defense system designed to counter the growing drone threat.

Technology Jun 20

US Marine Corps' Amphibious Combat Vehicle (Image source: DVIDS)

BAE Systems Solves Issues: Marines Prepare for Next-Gen Amphibious Vehicle Deployment

The USMC leaps into modern warfare with ACV variants: a command control marvel and a 30mm cannon brute, redefining amphibious might.

Marine Corps Jun 18

USS Carter Hall returns home, March 21, 2024. (Image source: DVIDS)

BAE Systems Wins $87M Contract to Refurbish USS Carter Hall

The USS Carter Hall, a key amphibious assault ship, will undergo a year-long refurbishment by BAE Systems to ensure its continued service.

Technology May 19

Amphibious Combat Vehicle (Image source: DVIDS)

US Marines Bolster Amphibious Power with $25 Million Combat Vehicles Order

The US Marines Corps is bolstering its amphibious capabilities by acquiring additional ACV-P units from BAE Systems.

Marine Corps Apr 16

AH-64 Apache helicopter (Image source: DVIDS)

British Aerospace Engineering Systems Lands $114M Contract to Enhance Allies’ Aircraft Defense

BAE Systems secures a $114 million US Army deal for AN/AAR-57 CMWS, bolstering allied aircraft defenses against threats.

Technology Apr 01

A Sailor tracks aircraft movements inside the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), June 3, 2023. (Image source: DVIDS)

New Horizon for Naval Aviation: BAE Systems’ $92M Modernization Plan

BAE inks a $92M deal, bolstering the US Navy’s sky prowess. It’s not just maintenance; it’s evolution in the high-stakes game of modern warfare.

Technology Jan 31

Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV), 2021 (Image source: DVIDS)

An Amphibious Behemoth: Charting a New Course for the Marine Corps

BAE Systems’ latest amphibious command vehicle transforms the US Marine Corps with unmatched land-sea warfare capabilities.

Marine Corps Jan 17

M2A4 Bradley Fighting Vehicles (Image source: DVIDS)

Steel Horizons: The Bradley Fighting Vehicle’s March into the Digital Dawn

Bradley’s rebirth isn’t just an upgrade; it’s a steel phoenix soaring with the soul of a warrior, ready to rewrite the art of war.

Eurofighter Typhoon (Image source: DVIDS)

BAE Systems Invests in Eurofighter Typhoon Anti-Jamming Technology

BAE Systems fortifies the Eurofighter Typhoon against GPS disruptions, a pivotal step in modernizing defense amidst evolving threats.

Aviation Nov 27

Amphibious Combat Vehicles (Image source: DVIDS)

US Marine Corps Bolsters Defense Arsenal with 40 More Next-Gen Amphibious Combat Vehicles

The Marine Corps boosts defense capabilities with advanced ACVs, replacing aging AAVs for enhanced agility, firepower, and adaptability.

Marine Corps Nov 17

Latest Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle prototype variation (Image source: BAE Systems)

BAE Systems Unveils New Counter-Drone Prototype for US Army’s Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle

BAE Systems’ counter-drone prototype for the AMPV redefines armored warfare with modular design and advanced, more reliable weaponry.

Technology Oct 31

M109 A7 “Paladin” Howitzer (Image source: DVIDS)

BAE Systems Successfully Test-Fires M109-52 Self-Propelled Howitzer

BAE Systems’ M109-52 howitzer upgrade showcases extended range and balanced capabilities, reshaping artillery warfare for the US Army.

US Navy attack submarine USS Virginia (Image source: DVIDS)

UK Invests $4.8B in Nuclear Submarine Collaboration Project with Australia, US

Britain’s 4-billion-euro investment in SSN-AUKUS submarines strengthens AUKUS alliance against China in the Asia-Pacific region.

Technology Oct 04

Modernized M2A4 Bradley Fighting Vehicles (Image source: DVIDS)

BAE Systems Secures $190 Million Contract to Upgrade US Army’s Bradley Fighting Vehicles

BAE Systems wins $190M US Army contract to upgrade Bradley A4 vehicles, enhancing mobility, firepower, and battlefield effectiveness.

M2 Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle (Image source: DVIDS)

The Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle: A Decades-Long Tale of Mobility, Firepower, and Triumph

The Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle: A versatile force multiplier, embodying innovation and adaptability in modern warfare for over four decades

Military Aug 28

President Biden signing the supplemental budget request for Ukraine (President Biden). Source: https://twitter.com

Arms, Economics, and Ethics: A Look at the Defense Landscape During the Ukraine Crisis

Military aid to Ukraine will continue to be a focus of accountability with the average American citizen going forward as election season approaches and fear of corruption ensues. As former President Eisenhower emphasized, it is important to remain vigilant on the influence of the military industrial complex.

Editorial Aug 16

BAE Systems M8 Buford Armored Gun System (YouTube)

MPF: The Army’s New Infantry Vehicle

In an effort to adapt to the nature of future conflicts the Army begins testing its new Mobile Firepower Protected vehicle.

Technology Dec 12

DVIDS.

Army experiments with ground-based version of popular precision-guided munition

BAE Systems, one of the largest defense companies in the world, successfully tested a ground version of its popular Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS). First introduced in the early 2010s, the APKWS is able to convert unguided rockets into precision-guided munitions. BAE Systems achieved that conversion with the addition of a laser guidance kit […]

Technology Jun 15

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