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 Fletcher4 days ago
VA expects 30K voluntary job cuts by October, erasing need for layoffsMore than 17,000 Veterans Affairs jobs have been eliminated or vacated since the start of the year. By Leo Shane III5 days ago
Army tests robotic coyotes to defend fighter jetsUnmanned 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 Seck6 days ago
OpinionWhat’s in a name? Fighters, bombers and modern aerial combat Opinion: Fielding survivable bomber-sized aircraft for long-range aerial combat could mitigate shortfalls in achieving air superiority against China. By Gregory Malandrino and Thomas G. Mahnken9 days ago
House passes $435 billion spending plan for VA in fiscal 2026Republicans approved plans for an 18% boost in total Veterans Affairs spending next year, but the measure is far from becoming law. By Leo Shane III2 weeks ago
Lawmakers press VA for details on DOGE access to vets recordsDemocrats want promises from department leaders that sensitive medical and financial information is being handled securely. By Leo Shane III2 weeks ago