A mass attack by land-based ballistic missiles, air-launched cruise missiles and surface- and submarine-launched cruise missiles against Guam poses a significant defensive challenge for the U.S. military. 

The Philippines Navy has confirmed interest in acquiring the Indian/Russian Brahmos cruise missile as a shore-based, anti-ship weapon, according to a local report.

When budgets tighten, one-shot missiles cannot match the power projection of fighters and bombers.

Munitions in the 120mm class are typically ballistic rounds, but the Iron Sting mortar uses laser and GPS guidance to hit a target precisely.

The Navy’s Strategic Systems Programs office, which is leading the design of IRCPS and LRHW, awarded the contract to Lockheed’s Space division based in Littleton, Colorado, where 32% of the value of the contract will be performed. 

IAI and SIGN4L, an EDGE subsidiary that specializes in electronic warfare, plan to create system that can identify and intercept UAS with soft- and hard-kill technology, the companies said on March 11 in a joint news release. 

A new project intended to augment U.S. battle control centers gives NORAD more time to update its North Warning System.

The status of the short-lived Screaming Arrow program changed with no official explanation, but a source familiar with the issue told Aviation Week the cancellation may be temporary.