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Oct 02, 2026
Boeing’s victory caps a two-month series of U.S. Navy disclosures that transform the vision for the future carrier air wing.
Oct 02, 2026
The U.S. Space Force is launching the first operational air moving target indicator satellites. Is the warfighter ready to use them?
Oct 01, 2026
The French air force will trial a collaborative combat aircraft (CCA) with a Dassault Rafale in 2028 as the service prepares to embrace autonomy and AI.
Oct 01, 2026
Iceye and Nokia have agreed to jointly pursue the low Earth orbit satellite communication market, setting the goal of launching their first spacecraft in two years.
Oct 01, 2026
For years, space has been a key enabler for NATO members. Now the alliance wants to make sure it becomes a supported—not supporting—operational area.
Oct 01, 2026
For the first time in 35 years, the U.S. Air Force will train more than 1,500 pilots, although a shortage will remain.
Sep 30, 2026
The Pentagon will create a new four-star command focused on autonomous warfare over the next year.
Sep 30, 2026
A newly released Pentagon report on the development of the E-4C Survivable Airborne Operations Center outlines rare good news for a program in development.