New Emphasis on Asia Shifts DoD Development Priorities
Hikes in Asian defense spending from large troop numbers and maintenance, not investment in research or equipment.
Defense Cuts Could Cost Navy New Aircraft
Under sequestration, the Poseidon, Super Hornet and Joint Strike Fighter programs would all lose some new aircraft.
A New Age of Aircraft Carriers?
China’s entry into the aircraft carrier club could change the balance of power in the Pacific.
Gate 3 Closure Snarls Lexington Park Traffic
Commissioners complain to base commander, who points to budget reductions by Washington.
Panetta Will Take ‘Whatever the Hell Deal’ From Congress
Pentagon frustration mounts as sequestration cuts remain unresolved.
Maryland to Lose $2.5 Billion to Sequestration?
Officials are estimating the impact of sequestration’s mandatory cuts on the state.
There’s a New Sheriff in JSF Town
Maj. Gen. Christopher Bogdan is in no mood for further Joint Strike Fighter testing and production shenanigans.
No Program Cut Details in White House Sequestration Report
The Office of Budget and Management’s report on sequestration estimates that DoD will lose $54.7 billion in 2013.
F-35B Drops a Dummy Bomb for the First Time
The Joint Strike Fighter program accomplished a significant test milestone Aug. 8, releasing a weapon in flight.
Morning Coffee: Kudos to the KMAX
Vice Adm. David Architzel praises the performance of the KMAX unmanned helicopter during its Afghanistan deployment.
