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Latest updates tagged military modernization on SOFREP.

Virginia-Class Submarines are $17 Billion over Budget. Can The Navy Keep the Program Afloat?

Virginia-Class Submarines are $17 Billion over Budget. Can The Navy Keep the Program Afloat?

September 23, 2024

The Navy’s Virginia-class submarines are $17 billion over budget—can the program recover in time to keep America’s edge?

Outspending China 3-to-1: Are US Tax Dollars Being Burned on Military Overkill?

Outspending China 3-to-1: Are US Tax Dollars Being Burned on Military Overkill?

September 19, 2024

Is the Air Force spending wisely? With a $900B budget, the push to modernize could be more about politics than protection.

Still in the Fight: Why the B-52J Bomber Will Shape the Next 50 Years of Air Warfare

Still in the Fight: Why the B-52J Bomber Will Shape the Next 50 Years of Air Warfare

September 17, 2024

The B-52J is getting a massive upgrade, but with delays and costs piling up, will this iconic bomber stay relevant in modern warfare?

Future-Proofing the Falcon: Why the F-16 Is Still a Force to Be Reckoned With

Future-Proofing the Falcon: Why the F-16 Is Still a Force to Be Reckoned With

September 15, 2024

Northrop’s AN/ALQ-257 IVEWS is giving the F-16 fighter jet a modern edge, extending its combat relevance for years to come.

Warfare on a Budget: How AI and Inexpensive Tech Are Rewriting Combat Tactics

Warfare on a Budget: How AI and Inexpensive Tech Are Rewriting Combat Tactics

September 7, 2024

Low-cost tech and AI are transforming modern warfare, empowering soldiers with faster targeting and smarter tactics.

Leidos to Supercharge Army’s Tech Edge: $191M Deal for Cyber-Hardened Software Solutions

Leidos to Supercharge Army’s Tech Edge: $191M Deal for Cyber-Hardened Software Solutions

September 6, 2024

Leidos secures $191M contract to bolster US Army’s software capabilities, reflecting a broader military push to strengthen cyber defenses.

The Reality Behind “Get Real, Get Better”: Navy’s Initiative Falls Short

The Reality Behind “Get Real, Get Better”: Navy’s Initiative Falls Short

September 4, 2024

Is the Navy’s “Get Real, Get Better” initiative just a catchy slogan, or does it mask deeper issues in modernization and accountability?

Australia Boosts Military Capabilities with Northern Territory Shore Facility

Australia Boosts Military Capabilities with Northern Territory Shore Facility

August 27, 2024

Australia unveils a $136.9M upgraded military shore facility in Northern Territory to boost ADF capabilities and readiness.

Boeing to Develop E-7 Wedgetail Prototype Under New US Air Force Agreement

Boeing to Develop E-7 Wedgetail Prototype Under New US Air Force Agreement

August 4, 2024

The US Air Force and Boeing finalize E-7 prototype deal, marking progress in replacing aging AWACS with advanced tech and space-based systems.

Taiwan Takes Flight: F-16V Deliveries Back on Track, But Challenges Remain

Taiwan Takes Flight: F-16V Deliveries Back on Track, But Challenges Remain

July 17, 2024

As Taiwan’s skies brace for the arrival of the advanced F-16V fighter jets, the nation stands at a critical juncture where cutting-edge military upgrades collide with the pressing realities of global geopolitical tension.

US Military Gains Recon Edge with Mistral’s Thor Mini Drone

US Military Gains Recon Edge with Mistral’s Thor Mini Drone

July 9, 2024

Mistral’s deployable THOR drone redefines battlefield support with backpackable versatility and 70-min flight time.

Germany Charges Ahead: Supersonic Missiles and Brimstone Purchase Signal New Era in Defense

Germany Charges Ahead: Supersonic Missiles and Brimstone Purchase Signal New Era in Defense

July 7, 2024

Germany shakes off its pacifist past, investing in supersonic missiles and bolstering its air force with thousands of Brimstone rockets.

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