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Air Force test launches Minuteman III with multiple reentry vehicles

The launch was scheduled years in advance and was not in response to current world events, according to Air Force Global Strike Command.

By Michael Scanlon

6 days ago

Sentinel ICBM program hit by software delays, Minuteman extension risks: GAO

Switching from the Minuteman III to the Sentinel system, led by Northrop Grumman, involves the replacement of more than 600 facilities across five states.

By Michael Scanlon

3 weeks ago

US Air Force sees early 2030s rollout for revamped Sentinel nuclear missile

The LGM-35A ICBM program had its Milestone B status revoked during a Nunn-McCurdy review, but a new decision is expected by the end of 2026.

By Stephen Losey

3 weeks ago

Videos suggest stealthy Air Force drone flew recon for Maduro capture

Videos purportedly show the RQ-170 Sentinel returning to Puerto Rico after the operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.

By Stephen Losey

2 months ago

US Air Force names general to oversee major acquisition programs

In his new role, Lt. Gen. Dale White will oversee many of the Air Force's biggest ― and, in some cases, most troubled ― programs.

By Stephen Losey

4 months ago

Here are the major defense programs backed in shutdown-ending deal

The bills passed as part of the deal that ended the longest U.S. government shutdown in history include billions of dollars for the Air Force and Navy.

By Stephen Losey

4 months ago