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An F-16 pilot died when his ejection seat failed. Was it counterfeit?
New details about 1st Lt. David Schmitz's death have come to light in a federal civil lawsuit filed by his wife against three defense companies.
The Pentagon has sent a new legislative proposal on the Space Force to Congress
All of the controversial policy issues have been kicked down the road for a future proposal.
By Valerie Insinna
Trump: Boeing could get financial bailout for coronavirus
“We have to protect Boeing,” says U.S. President Donald Trump.
By Valerie Insinna and Aaron Mehta
Congressional watchdog skeptical on new F-35 logistics system
The Government Accountability Office wants more details about the cost and design of the Operational Data Integrated Network, or ODIN.
By Valerie Insinna
Small tech companies got a combined $1B at US Air Force’s virtual version of South by Southwest
But unlike SXSW, neither Janelle Monae nor Chris Evans were slated to attend.
By Valerie Insinna
Could a commercial drone replace the MQ-9 Reaper? The Air Force is considering it.
The hope is that a new commercial unmanned system could be less expensive to sustain and require less manpower to operate.
By Valerie Insinna
Space Force ‘not rushing’ to create National Guard branch, top civilian says
It could be another year before the Space Force finalizes how it will incorporate the Guard and reserves, says Air Force Secretary Barbara Barrett.
By Valerie Insinna
US Air Force gets ready for decision on commercial aerial-refueling services
Air Mobility Command's top general says 14 companies have expressed interest at the opportunity.
By Valerie Insinna
F-35 program head pushes back on Elon Musk’s critique of the Joint Strike Fighter
Unsurprisingly, some defense officials disagree with the SpaceX founder's opinion that the F-35 needs a direct competitor.
By Valerie Insinna