Defense Budget, Policy & Operations Analysis
Jan 09, 2026
Richard Aboulafia joins Check 6 to discuss how 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for two next-generation fighter programs conceived in Europe: FCAS and GCAP.
Jan 09, 2026
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.
Jan 09, 2026
A look at why Operation Absolute Resolve has implications far beyond Venezuela.
Jan 06, 2026
After years of struggle, will 2026 bring a turnaround for the NH90 helicopter program?
Jan 05, 2026
The American system of innovation is like a quantum system: It is nondeterministic, everywhere all at once, exploring a multitude of possibilities.
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Apr 16, 2026
When OMB's fiscal 2027 budget request was unveiled, what stood out for the U.S. Space Force was a sizable win for its overall budget, a record $71 billion.
Apr 16, 2026
The UK Defense Ministry has awarded Boeing an £879 million ($1.1 billion) Rotary Wing Enterprise contract to support army and air force helicopters.
Apr 16, 2026
Australia has outlined new aerospace capability priorities in its updated National Defense Strategy, including air-launched hypersonic weapons.
Apr 16, 2026
Boeing and its subsidiary Millennium Space Systems have created a new satellite platform from existing company components, aiming to fill a gap in their current spacecraft offerings, the company announced April 16.
Apr 16, 2026
The production model of the Korea Aerospace Industries KF-21 Boramae successfully completed its maiden flight on April 15.
Apr 15, 2026
The U.S. Air Force seeks a multiyear procurement framework for air- and spacecraft similar to recent munitions agreements.
Apr 15, 2026
Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon (D-Pa.) revealed the Army’s fiscal 2027 budget excludes funding for the program.
Apr 15, 2026
GE Aerospace has expedited T901 engine development for the U.S. Army and reduced costs despite program uncertainty.