VA Tech Wins UAS Test Siting, Could Boost Pax Sites
Formal collaborative agreements among between Virginia Tech, Rutgers and the University of Maryland System could retain Southern Maryland sites as potential testing arenas for commercializing unmanned aviation systems.
Super Hornet Praised, But Boeing Has No Orders
Plans are for the F-35 to replace the F-18, but as important production dates approach the Navy and industry face tough and costly decisions based on projected completion dates that still look a bit iffy.
Boeing’s P-8 Poseidon Contract Grows by $100 Million
Military, federal retirees and Social Security recipients will receive a COLA increase in January.
For Quick Results, DoD Could ‘BRAC’ Two Commands
With the president scolding Republican hawks for holding up military needs by continuing sequestration, the Pentagon evaluates drastic budget cuts in DoD, such as eliminating two commands and 5,000 jobs.
Triton Flies, Budget Micromanaged, No Funds for BRAC
As defense budgets are marked up, drones clear hurdles technically and philosophically.
Expect Layoffs if Congress Can’t Budget Right
DoD will be forced to cut its workforce if the FY-14 budget grows beyond the limits of sequestration.
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.
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.
Obama Threatens Veto of Bill Preventing Defense Cuts
White House says the GOP bill is unconstitutional and does not spread the pain of budget cuts equally.
