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Naval Systems

The Secret Balance Sheet of Operation Epic Fury: US Navy Squadron Dropped Munitions Like a Constellation

The detailed breakdown of 421 missiles and bombs launched by the US Navy's VFA-41 'Black Aces' fighter squadron during Operation Epic Fury reveals the massive munitions consumption of modern air warfare.

3 Oct 2026 350 Views

Land Systems

Autonomous Format for the Future Battlefield: US Army Establishes New Command and Procurement Directorate

The US Army is establishing the Future and Autonomous Systems Command (FASCOM) and the Autonomous Procurement Directorate in order to overcome bureaucratic hurdles delaying modernization and to accelerate the integration of unmanned platforms.

3 Oct 2026 400 Views

Air Systems

Full-Rate Production Approval for Boeing and Leonardo Partnership: MH-139A Grey Wolf Preparing for Duty

Following the completion of the U.S. Air Force's initial operational capability phase, Boeing has signed a new contract for the first four full-rate production MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters.

3 Oct 2026 316 Views

Air Systems

Closure of the Red Sea: Saudi Arabia's Offensive Against the Houthis

Saudi Arabia is planning an offensive against Houthi militants. This operation, led by Yemeni forces and under Riyadh's supervision, will be supported by Saudi airstrikes. Saudi Arabia is considering options for an amphibious assault or multi-front attacks to seize control of the Red Sea.

3 Oct 2026 319 Views

Air Systems

Critical Race for MQ-9 Reaper's Successor: Secretly Guarded Aviation Company Steps In

The 7 companies that will compete in the US Air Force's Massed Modular Aircraft (MMA) program, which will replace the MQ-9 Reaper UAVs, have been finalized. The most striking name on the list is Otto Aerospace, known for its game-changing aerodynamic designs.

3 Oct 2026 293 Views

Air Systems

Taiwan Receives First Two of Long-Awaited F-16s

Taiwan has received its first two new F-16 fighter jets following years of delays.

3 Oct 2026 308 Views