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AI-operated fighter jet will fly Air Force secretary on test run
Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall said Tuesday he will enter the cockpit of an F-16 that the service has converted for drone flight to see how it performs.
By Tara Copp, AP
China lashes out over stepped-up US military aid to Taiwan
The package is modest at only $80 million, but the implications of using the Foreign Military Financing program to provide it will likely infuriate China.
GOP defense bill bars Pentagon from enacting Biden’s climate orders
The House NDAA bars the Defense Department from implementing Biden's climate orders, but many of its activities that reduce emissions may continue anyway.
How Iranian drones found in Iraq, Ukraine reflect its growing ambitions
Recovered remnants of Shahed-101 and Shahed-131 drones were shown to reporters during a briefing at the Defense Intelligence Agency headquarters.
Artificial intelligence flies XQ-58A Valkyrie drone
The Autonomous Air Combat Operations team created algorithms for the flight that took millions of hours to mature.
How high-speed drone racing could aid struggling Air Force recruitment
The Drone Racing League is for “tech-setters” not attracted to sports like football. Instead, they lean into gaming and simulation.
The military robots are coming — at some point
Unmanned ground vehicle technology has been progressing, but familiar obstacles remain.
Russia says it foiled another Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow
The drone attack, which prompted Russians to briefly close a nearby airport, was the first known assault on the city since an abortive mutiny 11 days ago.
By The Associated Press
Research team studies threats to military bases from electric vehicles
Researchers are plotting a new defense for military bases — one that can withstand a misused electric vehicle.
By Aaron Sanderford, Nebraska Examiner
Wittman proposes way to keep Next-Generation Air Dominance on track
Congress wants annual updates on the Next-Generation Air Dominance fighter program and affiliated efforts, to ensure the Air Force and Navy stay on track.
Russia’s improved weaponry and tactics challenge Ukraine offensive
Military analysts say Moscow has learned from its blunders and improved its weapons and skills.
By The Associated Press