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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

Iron Dome for America gets a golden makeover

President Trump's new missile defense shield effort is now dubbed "Golden Dome."

2 months ago

Air Force tests unarmed nuclear missile in pre-dawn video

The Air Force must continue maintaining Minuteman III nuclear missiles longer than expected, with the Sentinel successor requiring a major restructuring.

By Stephen Losey

3 months ago

Senators detail desired missile defense elements for Trump’s Iron Dome

Two senators introduced a bill that would authorize $19.5 billion for fiscal 2026 to build out Trump's "Iron Dome for America."

3 months ago

How Trump’s Air Force pick could elevate space priorities

Troy Meink's specialization in space could upend the priorities of a service typically dominated by Air Force interests.

By Courtney Albon

4 months ago

Army eyes autonomous missile launcher and 1,000-kilometer strikes

The capabilities are still in the research stages but are showing promise.

5 months ago