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KC-46 vision system upgrade slips to 2027, 3 years behind schedule

The original vision system for the KC-46 was beset by troubles such as distorted images, but its replacement also has repeatedly fallen behind.

By Stephen Losey

2 days ago

Sentinel nuclear missiles will need new silos, Air Force says

The Sentinel ICBM program is already alarmingly over budget, and trying to reuse 55-year-old Minuteman III silos would put it even further behind.

By Stephen Losey

3 days ago

US Air Force sending ‘boneyard’ F-16s to Ukraine for spare parts

The F-16s being shipped to Ukraine lack critical components like an engine and radar, the Air Force said, meaning they cannot be used operationally.

By Stephen Losey

4 days ago

Head Navy officer lists top tasks for service, eyes 2027

Chief of Naval Operations Adm. James W. Kilby listed improved recruiting and the embrace of unmanned and manned systems as priorities.

7 days ago

Hegseth backs Air Force three-star Grynkewich for top Europe job

On the Joint Staff, Grynkewich has helped direct U.S. forces around the world in a year marked by the wars in Ukraine and Gaza and China’s rise.

By Noah Robertson

8 days ago

Air Force starts ground testing Anduril collaborative combat aircraft

The service wants CCAs to fly alongside aircraft like the F-35 and F-47, and autonomously carry out missions like airstrikes, recon and serving as decoy.

By Stephen Losey

8 days ago