Defense Budget, Policy & Operations Analysis

Dec 05, 2024
Crucial milestones in the development of the next-generation combat aircraft are imminent.
Nov 28, 2024
The future high-altitude intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance fleet’s first delivery and flight highlight progress made despite the stop-work order.
Nov 22, 2024
The outgoing Biden administration is laying the groundwork for the larger U.S. strategic force championed during the first Trump administration.
Nov 22, 2024
Brazil’s use of the Gripen at Cruzex was closely observed by neighbors who are planning to update their fighter fleets.
Nov 21, 2024
Mockups and displays show the steady development of Chinese Air Force technology ambitions.

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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.
Apr 15, 2026
The Pentagon's budget largely excludes Army aviation, raising concerns amidst broader defense spending increases.
Apr 15, 2026
The U.S. Air Force is now looking at options for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance uncrewed aircraft in the “attritable” cost category.
Apr 15, 2026
The UK says the package will be critical to Ukraine’s counterstrike and defenses against Russian attacks, as well as bolstering the UK’s UAS capabilities.
Apr 15, 2026
A Finnish startup developing autonomous airships has secured funding from NATO’s Innovation Fund.