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Air Force chief open to input from Congress on way forward after JSTARS recap cancellation
Some congressional lawmakers want the Air Force to adopt a hybrid approach to battle management that would see elements of the JSTARS recap move forward.
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New F-35 modernization plan could come with hefty $16B price tag
The effort could rack up a price tag of up to $10.8 billion for development and $5.4 billion for procurement of upgrades to the F-35 between fiscal years 2018 through 2024.
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Some ‘hiccups’ with engine design, but B-21 on track, Wittman says
There have been some challenges with airflow and wing design early in B-21 production, but those shouldn’t be game-stoppers, Rep. Rob Wittman says.
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Another KC-46 delivery slip puts pressure on Boeing to meet contract obligations
The U.S. Air Force now projects first delivery of the KC-46 in late 2018.
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Stealth features responsible for half of F-35 defects, Lockheed program head states
One of the F-35’s distinguishing features is driving up rework on the aircraft, Lockheed’s program head said Monday.
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Lockheed CEO plays down impact of Trump’s steel tariff
Lockheed Martin’s chief executive downplayed the impact of wide-ranging global tariffs on steel and aluminum imports into the United States, telling reporters she was still studying the decision.
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What’s on the US Air Force’s unfunded wish list? Classified programs you can’t see.
No fighters or tankers on the list this year. In FY19, it’s all about classified programs, space, and command and control.
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For the F-15 enterprise at Kadena Air Base in Japan, it’s an expertise problem
Like many other U.S. Air Force installations, Kadena Air Base’s F-15 squadrons are grappling with a pilot shortage and challenges in growing a corps of skilled maintainers.
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At Kadena Air Base, the elephant in the room is North Korean
Defense News traveled to Kadena Air Base in February to learn about how operations in the Asia-Pacific are changing. That sometimes proved difficult, as leaders often struggled to convey readiness and combat capability.
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Next leader of Global Strike Command nominated
Lt. Gen. Timothy Ray, the deputy commander for U.S. European Command, is next in line to take responsibility for the Air Force’s inventory of ICBMs and bombers.
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Air Force chief open to input from Congress on way forward after JSTARS recap cancellation
Some congressional lawmakers want the Air Force to adopt a hybrid approach to battle management that would see elements of the JSTARS recap move forward.
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New F-35 modernization plan could come with hefty $16B price tag
The effort could rack up a price tag of up to $10.8 billion for development and $5.4 billion for procurement of upgrades to the F-35 between fiscal years 2018 through 2024.
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Some ‘hiccups’ with engine design, but B-21 on track, Wittman says
There have been some challenges with airflow and wing design early in B-21 production, but those shouldn’t be game-stoppers, Rep. Rob Wittman says.
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Another KC-46 delivery slip puts pressure on Boeing to meet contract obligations
The U.S. Air Force now projects first delivery of the KC-46 in late 2018.
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Stealth features responsible for half of F-35 defects, Lockheed program head states
One of the F-35’s distinguishing features is driving up rework on the aircraft, Lockheed’s program head said Monday.
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Lockheed CEO plays down impact of Trump’s steel tariff
Lockheed Martin’s chief executive downplayed the impact of wide-ranging global tariffs on steel and aluminum imports into the United States, telling reporters she was still studying the decision.
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What’s on the US Air Force’s unfunded wish list? Classified programs you can’t see.
No fighters or tankers on the list this year. In FY19, it’s all about classified programs, space, and command and control.
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For the F-15 enterprise at Kadena Air Base in Japan, it’s an expertise problem
Like many other U.S. Air Force installations, Kadena Air Base’s F-15 squadrons are grappling with a pilot shortage and challenges in growing a corps of skilled maintainers.
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At Kadena Air Base, the elephant in the room is North Korean
Defense News traveled to Kadena Air Base in February to learn about how operations in the Asia-Pacific are changing. That sometimes proved difficult, as leaders often struggled to convey readiness and combat capability.
-
Next leader of Global Strike Command nominated
Lt. Gen. Timothy Ray, the deputy commander for U.S. European Command, is next in line to take responsibility for the Air Force’s inventory of ICBMs and bombers.
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Air Force chief open to input from Congress on way forward after JSTARS recap cancellation
Some congressional lawmakers want the Air Force to adopt a hybrid approach to battle management that would see elements of the JSTARS recap move forward.
-
New F-35 modernization plan could come with hefty $16B price tag
The effort could rack up a price tag of up to $10.8 billion for development and $5.4 billion for procurement of upgrades to the F-35 between fiscal years 2018 through 2024.
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Some ‘hiccups’ with engine design, but B-21 on track, Wittman says
There have been some challenges with airflow and wing design early in B-21 production, but those shouldn’t be game-stoppers, Rep. Rob Wittman says.
-
Another KC-46 delivery slip puts pressure on Boeing to meet contract obligations
The U.S. Air Force now projects first delivery of the KC-46 in late 2018.
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Stealth features responsible for half of F-35 defects, Lockheed program head states
One of the F-35’s distinguishing features is driving up rework on the aircraft, Lockheed’s program head said Monday.
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Lockheed CEO plays down impact of Trump’s steel tariff
Lockheed Martin’s chief executive downplayed the impact of wide-ranging global tariffs on steel and aluminum imports into the United States, telling reporters she was still studying the decision.
-
What’s on the US Air Force’s unfunded wish list? Classified programs you can’t see.
No fighters or tankers on the list this year. In FY19, it’s all about classified programs, space, and command and control.
-
For the F-15 enterprise at Kadena Air Base in Japan, it’s an expertise problem
Like many other U.S. Air Force installations, Kadena Air Base’s F-15 squadrons are grappling with a pilot shortage and challenges in growing a corps of skilled maintainers.
-
At Kadena Air Base, the elephant in the room is North Korean
Defense News traveled to Kadena Air Base in February to learn about how operations in the Asia-Pacific are changing. That sometimes proved difficult, as leaders often struggled to convey readiness and combat capability.
-
Next leader of Global Strike Command nominated
Lt. Gen. Timothy Ray, the deputy commander for U.S. European Command, is next in line to take responsibility for the Air Force’s inventory of ICBMs and bombers.
