Fighter pilots integrate drones into air combat training
The drones served in a "loyal wingman" role to the pilots, marking “a major leap in human-machine teaming," the Air Force said.
By Zita Ballinger Fletcher
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Army tests robotic coyotes to defend fighter jets
Unmanned ground vehicles mounted with life-size plastic coyotes are one idea proposed as part of a new effort to keep wildlife away from military aircraft.
By Hope Hodge Seck
Hegseth orders renaming of ship named for gay rights icon Harvey Milk
U.S. officials say Navy Secretary John Phelan put together a small team to rename the replenishment oiler and that a new name is expected this month.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
House lawmakers to unveil draft budget for vets programs this week
Defense and veterans hearings for the week of June 2, 2025.
US spent $6 billion in the past 3 years to recruit and retain troops
The multi-year effort has been part of a growing campaign to counter enlistment shortfalls.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Why Master Chief shunned the red tape of realistic military promotions
Halo's Master Chief has single-handedly turned the tide of interstellar wars. Yet despite his legendary exploits, his rank has remained static.
By Clay Beyersdorfer
Pentagon lost contact with Army helo that caused DC jet diversions
Controllers lost contact on May 1 because a temporary control tower antenna had not been set up at the correct location, Brig. Gen. Matthew Braman told AP.
By Tara Copp, AP
Maintenance costs will spike as militaries add advanced planes: Report
Advanced jets like the F-35 have stealth coatings, unique materials and cutting-edge technologies that take more work to maintain, driving up costs.
Sailor arrested for allegedly making false bomb threat on plane
John Stea allegedly told a flight attendant that the passenger next to him had explosives on a Hawaiian Airlines flight departing San Diego on Tuesday.
By Riley Ceder
Army preps for 250th anniversary parade on Trump’s birthday
The Army’s anniversary celebration in Washington is set for June 14, which also happens to be President Trump’s birthday.
By Tara Copp, AP
Army researchers develop injectable cyanide antidote
Cyanide is used in a variety of manufacturing processes, but it is highly toxic and a potential chemical warfare agent.
By Todd South