The US Air Force celebrated the 70th anniversary of the famous U-2 Dragon Lady spy plane on July 31, 2025 – not with a cake but by setting new endurance records for the class of aircraft on the first long-duration flight of the U-2 in 11 years.| New Atlas
From Myanmar to Florida, Soe Min Thu is building a career in natural resource management with the help of CEMML's Early-Career Development Program.| CEMML
Two major US defense initiatives recently came together as a US Air Force F-35A Lightning II dropped a mock refurbished B61-12 nuclear bomb for the first time. The test, which took place over Sandia National Laboratories' Tonopah Test Range in Nevada on August 25, saw the 5th-generation fighter…| New Atlas
In June, CEMML Early-Career Development Program participant, Melina Takvorian supported a stream bank revetment project at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The work involved repurposing invasive red cedar trees to stabilize the McConnell Creek in an effort to reduce erosion, improve water quality, and protect critical infrastructure. The post CEMML Early-Career Program supports creek revitalization at McConnell Air Force Base appeared first on CEMML.| CEMML
US Air Force pilots in F-15, F-16 jets control XQ-58A Valkyrie drones in a historic air combat test, redefining warfare with unmanned systems.| Bulgarian Military Industry Review
As a CEMML intern, Ellie Azulay focuses on documenting historic turpentine industry sites from the early 20th century on what’s now Avon Park Air Force Range.| CEMML
America's latest nuclear-armed delivery platform breaks cover as the US Air Force releases a rendering of its cutting-edge AGM-181A Long-Range Standoff (LRSO) missile. The missile that has recently undergone flight testing is set to replace its Cold War predecessor.| New Atlas
In a presentation long on stagecraft and short on hard facts, Northrop Grumman has revealed the US Air Force's long-anticipated B-21 Raider stealth nuclear strategic bomber, which will replace all other heavy bombers in the American inventory.| New Atlas
At the Air, Space, and Cyber Conference in Washington, DC, the US Air Force and prime contractor Northrop Grumman have released the first video of its B-21 Raider nuclear bomber in flight, along with an update on the B-21 program.| New Atlas
eVTOL market leader Joby Aviation has announced its first revenue in a partnership with the US Air Force's Agility Prime program, as well as the path it's agreed on with the FAA for certifying its revolutionary tilt-rotor electric air taxi.| New Atlas
Rebecca Morse, a participant in CEMML's Early-Career Development Program, is working with staff from Little Rock Air Force Base to create a new pollinator garden.| CEMML
CEMML assistant director, Mindy Clarke, and principal investigators Jennie Anderson and Dave Jones recently presented as part of a webinar hosted by the Natural Areas Association. Ms. Clarke began the presentations by providing an overview of CEMML and our work on military lands. Mr. Jones then presented on the 'Importance of DoD Lands to Biodiversity Conservation,' and Ms. Anderson wrapped things up with her insights on 'Natural Resources Management Planning & Partnerships.' The post CEMML s...| CEMML
Discover how the U.S. is ramping up production of the advanced Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider stealth bomber, a critical move in securing America’s future.| Bulgarian Military Industry Review
Levin Brandt, an intern with CEMML's Early-career Development Program, was presented with the annual Great Plains CESU Graduate Student Award for his outstanding work supporting ecosystems on Air Force installations in Nebraska, South Dakota, Colorado, and North Dakota. Mr. Brandt is a graduate student in Biology at the University of North Dakota. The post CEMML intern wins 2024 Great Plains CESU Award appeared first on CEMML.| CEMML
There's little doubt that jet-powered combat drones will play an important role in future military theaters, a future that is one step closer with news that the Kratos XQ-58A Valkyrie demonstrator completed its maiden flight on March 5. In a statement released today, Kratos said that the unmanned…| New Atlas
The US Air Force's XQ-67A Loyal Wingman combat drone has taken to the air for the first time. Built by General Atomics using automotive design techniques, it promises to be a cheaper, more flexible alternative to other UAVs.| New Atlas