The 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment is having to drastically adapt its playbook in order to be effective in future fights against major foes. The post How The Night Stalkers Are Planning To Survive In Future High-End Fights appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
We get up close with Sikorsky's new U-Hawk uncrewed Black Hawk that traded its cockpit for clamshell doors. The post UH-60 U-Hawk Drone Walk-Around Tour appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
From fielding drone defenses to an American Shahed-136-like capability, and most things in-between, the U.S. is behind, according to a top U.S. Army General in Europe. The post U.S. Army General In Europe Admits “We’re Behind” On Drones appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
South Korean-built Gray Eagle STOL drones will be offered to the local armed forces, as well as the U.S. military and other customers. The post General Atomics’ Gray Eagle STOL Drone Will Be Made In Korea appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
The Switchblade 400 leverages the larger 600 design to offer similar capabilities in a shorter-range package that a single person can employ. The post Tank-Busting Switchblade 400 Joins AeroVironment’s Family Of Kamikaze Drones appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
The laser-guided APKWS II rocket is an established surface-attack weapon for the A-10, which is now likely using a version of it for drone hunting. The post A-10 Warthog Appears To Have Become A Drone Killer appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
Excessive weight was among the lengthy criticisms of the M7 that an Army captain put forward earlier this year, prompting widespread attention. The post Sig Sauer’s M7 Rifle For The Army Is Now Lighter After Controversy appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
A Ukrainian commander has confirmed that Shaheds have been used against frontline positions, while evidence points to new targeting abilities. The post Russia Is Using Modified Shahed-136s To Strike Dynamic Targets Near The Front Lines appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
Boeing plans a series of new rotary-wing drones, starting with the Collaborative Transformational Rotorcraft that will be a loyal wingman for the AH-64 Apache attack helicopter. The post Boeing Launches New Family Of Tiltrotor Combat Drones appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
The new U-Hawk can lug thousands of pounds of cargo internally that would never fit in a standard Black Hawk, and launch scores of its own drones and munitions. The post UH-60 Black Hawk Cargo Drone With Clamshell Nose Breaks Cover (Updated) appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
I hope you like freeze dried chicken and Tang! The post Bunker Talk: Let’s Talk About All The Things We Did And Didn’t Cover This Week appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
As the Trump administration mulls providing Ukraine with long-range cruise missiles, Putin explained how Russia would respond. The post Tomahawks For Ukraine Talk Elicits New Response From Putin appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
Photos taken Monday during Trump's visit to the carrier showed the external damage from seven months ago had been painted over and covered with a banner. The post Carrier USS Truman’s Collision Damage Won’t Be Repaired Until It Goes Through Complex Overhaul appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
The appearance of GJ-11 Sharp Sword drones at an airbase in Tibet points to the type getting closer to an operational state, if it isn't already. The post China’s Stealth Sharp Sword Unmanned Combat Air Vehicles Deployed To Operational Airbase appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
The chief of staff of First Corps Azov offers exclusive details about the ongoing battle for Dobropillia in eastern Ukraine. The post Inside The Fight To Stop Russia’s Biggest Battlefield Advance In A Year appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
As well as a new sub-launched cruise missile, Japan will be getting upgraded versions of its Type 12 anti-ship missile for its surface combatants. The post Japan Will Arm Its Submarines With Long-Range Cruise Missiles appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
Northrop Grumman hopes to begin air-launched flight testing of Lumberjack, which can also drop its own small munitions, next year. The post Lumberjack Jet-Powered Modular Munition Eyed As Armament For XQ-58 Valkyrie Drones appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
Drone boats, attack helicopters, unmanned ground vehicles and other platforms are being earmarked to carry improved versions of the anti-drone system. The post Entire Family Of VAMPIRE Counter-Drone Systems Unveiled appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
Major aviation disruptions and glaring security concerns amid of spate of drone incursions across Europe have spurred German officials to take action. The post German Cabinet Approves Law To Shoot Down Threatening Drones appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
Refitting C-130Hs with NP2000 propellers offers performance and maintenance benefits, but the USAF is fully focused on buying newer C-130Js. The post C-130H Eight-Bladed NP2000 Prop Upgrade Plans Cut Short By USAF appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
Canada is also deeply tied to work on the new guns, which aim to offer improvements in range, accuracy, and lethality. The post FN America Delivers Guns Chambered In 6.5mm LICC For U.S. Military Testing appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
Officially, at least, Canada is still considering whether to buy more F-35s, but arguments for a mixed fighter fleet are becoming harder to justify. The post Time Is Running Out For Canada’s Fighter Decision appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
The Novovoronezh Nuclear Power Plant was damaged in a string of incidents at four facilities in the region over the past two weeks. The post Russian Nuke Plant Latest To Suffer War-Inflicted Damage appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
The U.S. Army canceled the futuristic XM25 grenade launcher program in 2018, citing weight and cost factors. The post New Northrop-Colt 25mm Grenade Launcher Builds On Lessons From Failed XM25 “Punisher” appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
According reports, the Navy's F/A-XX fighter program is about to move forward, but we've heard this before, although this time may very well be different. The post Navy F/A-XX Stealth Fighter Selection Imminent: Reports appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
Thales' new rocket system combines a 70mm laser-guided rocket with a purpose-built anti-drone airburst warhead and proximity fuse. The post Thales Anti-Drone Rockets Now Being Used In Ukraine appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
The new Neptune variant looks intended to slot in range-wise between older versions and the super-sized Long Neptune derivative. The post New ‘Bulged’ Neptune Cruise Missile Variant Emerges In Ukraine appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
The incident in the Nevada desert prompted flight restrictions over the crash site and now a joint investigation with the FBI. The post Mysterious Aircraft Crash Near Area 51 Just Got Weirder appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
The strike on Kramatorsk is a harbinger of what's to come as these highly-resilient drones expand their range. The post Russian Fiber-Optic Drones Are Now Reaching Into Ukrainian Cities Deep Behind The Lines appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
The Hwasong-11Ma leverages a proven ballistic missile, but the state of North Korea's hypersonic developments remains questionable at best. The post New North Korean Hypersonic Missile Unveiled At Pyongyang Arms Expo appeared first on The War Zone.| The War Zone
Sikorsky’s rotor blown wing proprotor concept has evolved into a proposed family of long-endurance uncrewed aerial systems with VTOL capabilities. Sikorsky’s rotor blown wing proprotor concept has evolved into a proposed family of long-endurance uncrewed aerial systems with VTOL capabilities.| The War Zone
The ability to refuel in mid-air would give the MQ-28 an attractive boost in range and persistence.| The War Zone
Video of a purported Chinese laser system in use by Russia appears extremely similar to one Beijing has already provided Iran.| The War Zone
Angry Kitten could be especially valuable for HC-130Js as growing threats call into question the utility of traditional combat search and rescue assets.| The War Zone
A new Danish intelligence assessment blames Russia for employing various 'gray zone' tactics against its forces.| The War Zone
Currently being tested on the C-130, the Black Arrow, also known as the Small Cruise Missile, could find its way onto other U.S. Special Operations Command platforms and more. Currently being tested on the C-130, the Black Arrow, also known as the Small Cruise Missile, could find its way onto other U.S. Special Operations Command platforms.| The War Zone
Ukrainian commander gives us new details on the advantages and limitations of using fiber optic cables to control FPV attack drones.| The War Zone
Italy, Sweden and Finland scrambled fighters after the Foxhounds flew into Estonian airspace for about 12 minutes.| The War Zone
Disagreements over Future Combat Air System workshare mean Germany is also looking at teaming up with the UK or Sweden on its future crewed fighter. Disagreements over Future Combat Air System workshare mean Germany is also looking at teaming up with the UK or Sweden on its future crewed fighter.| The War Zone
The trials comes amid a growing need for systems that can provide a persistent capability to monitor oceans and other bodies of water.| The War Zone
The MC-12Ws were retired to make way for OA-1K light attack planes, but some worry this risks creating an aerial intelligence-gathering gap.| The War Zone
Typhon brings the ability to rapidly deploy Tomahawk cruise missiles and SM-6 missiles, giving the ability to put targets at risk up to 1,000 miles away. Typhon brings the ability to rapidly deploy Tomahawk cruise missiles and SM-6 missiles, giving the ability to put targets at risk up to 1,000 miles away.| The War Zone
Operation Eastern Sentry will see Rafales, Eurofighters, more F-16s, and an air defense frigate help protect Poland from future Russian drone incursions. Operation Eastern Sentry will see Rafales, Eurofighters, more F-16s, and an air defense frigate help protect Poland from future Russian drone incursions.| The War Zone
Attacks on Russian air defenses in Kherson and Crimea have opened holes for the TB-2 to return as a strike weapon, although on a limited basis.| The War Zone
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Retired Lt. Gen. Steven L. Kwast says fantastic technology exists that could transport a human anywhere on earth within an hour.| The War Zone
The “thousands of sorties” flown by Israeli F-35Is in the latest Middle East conflicts have included the first combat use of external offensive stores. The “thousands of sorties” flown by Israeli F-35Is in the latest Middle East conflicts have included the first combat use of external offensive stores.| The War Zone
The new Flamingo cruise missile could put targets deep in Russia in Ukraine's crosshairs like never before.| The War Zone
Easy to access and employ, weaponized drones pose a rapidly increasing threat to combat helicopters around the globe.| The War Zone
The unusual ship is purpose-built to support simulated hostile drone swarms and other unmanned threats during training and tests.| The War Zone
Hellfires equipped with the new warheads will give MQ-9s and AC-130s the flexibility to engage widely different targets with the same missile.| The War Zone
A senior Ukrainian Air Force official has also provided details of how the long-awaited F-16 fighters will likely be employed in combat.| The War Zone
125 aircraft, including B-2s with huge bunker busters, and a submarine firing Tomahawk cruise missiles, took part in the historic mission.| The War Zone
A major B-2 deployment was the key piece missing from the rapid U.S. military buildup ahead of possible strikes on Iran.| The War Zone
Israel’s strikes on Tehran are now accelerating after achieving air superiority over the capital, with an eye towards Iran’s east. Israel’s strikes on Tehran are now accelerating after achieving air superiority over the capital, with an eye towards Iran’s east.| The War Zone
The four converted ballistic missile submarines are so much more than Tomahawk slingers and transports for Navy SEALs.| The War Zone
Mossad operatives went as far as setting up drone and missile bases near major air defense sites and other key targets. Mossad operatives went as far as setting up drone and missile bases near major air defense sites and other key targets.| The War Zone
Some of the bombers were armed with cruise missiles when Ukraine’s drones rained down on them. Some of the bombers were armed with cruise missiles when Ukraine’s drones rained down on them.| The War Zone
The attacks that went after the heart of Russia's strategic aviation capabilities and one arm of its nuclear deterrent should serve as a global wake-up call.| The War Zone
The loss of nearly 20 MQ-9 Reapers, increasing use of standoff munitions, and the deployment of B-2 bombers point to the Houthis' air defenses being a real problem.| The War Zone
U.S. airpower is flowing to the Indian Ocean outpost as threats to Iran escalate and the bombing campaign against the Houthis grinds on.| The War Zone
The White House put out a stark warning to Iran and said strikes against the Houthis will only stop if their attacks on ships end.| The War Zone
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Finally operationalizing 70mm rockets with infrared seekers could unlock new U.S. capabilities, possibly including the ability to rapidly engage aerial targets.| The War Zone
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The Air Force wants to retire a number of older KC-10A and KC-135R tankers in the next fiscal year, but its new KC-46As are not yet ready for combat.| The War Zone
The plan reflects the better part of a decade of debate about expanding the roles and missions of these maritime patrol aircraft.| The War Zone
Boeing's new tanker, which is now slated to first replace the KC-10 Extender fleet, looks like it is heading for more delays.| The War Zone
New cockpits. plus a series of other upgrades, could see the jets approach their 90th birthdays while still flying combat missions.| The War Zone
Despite 18 months of attacks by the Houthis, the U.S. does not have a clear idea of how many standoff weapons they possess or how they get all of them.| The War Zone
USAF analyses show a need for aircraft that can persist in contested areas and that standoff capabilities alone can't win future fights.| The War Zone
It's not clear why gold was chosen, but it is famously Trump's favorite color.| The War Zone
As the Air Force grapples with questions over B-21 force size, the head of Global Strike Command says the capacity exists to ramp up production. As the Air Force grapples with questions over B-21 force size, one official says the capacity exists to ramp up production.| The War Zone
15 kills per loss sounds impressive, but there’s always more to the story.| The War Zone
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The type's first retirement comes 40 years nearly to the day after its first flight and as Congress works to delay such retirements.| The War Zone
The announcement comes weeks after the Air Force said it would not use the aircraft for aerial refueling missions except in a major emergency.| The War Zone
Amid this prospect of more KC-46 delays, senior US officials are increasingly considering hiring contractors to help fill the potential tanker gap.| The War Zone
Problems with the boom operator's vision system and the boom itself persist and a recently disclosed issue prevents the aircraft from carrying cargo.| The War Zone
Boeing will begin delivering the aircraft soon, but persistent issues with the refueling system will limit their operational utility in the near-term.| The War Zone
The team plans to pitch the A330-based tanker's services to the Pentagon and jointly develop all new tanker concepts.| The War Zone
We talk to an elite group of specially trained airmen that fuel low flying special operations aircraft in total darkness and in radio silence.| The War Zone
While the Air Force continues its deep review into the NGAD future crewed fighter, a final decision on its fate will be taken by the Trump administration. While the Air Force continues its deep review into the NGAD future crewed fighter, a final decision on its fate will be taken by the Trump administration.| The War Zone
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With Russia's resources being poured into its war in Ukraine, defending its naval base and airfield in Syria would be more of a challenge than three years ago.| The War Zone
We also now know the drone incursions last week happened over multiple bases, not just RAF Lakenheath.| The War Zone
The Global 6500-based aircraft will be the first of a new line of crewed “deep sensing” intelligence-gathering platforms for the U.S. Army. The Global 6500-based aircraft will be the first of a new line of crewed “deep sensing” intelligence-gathering platforms for the U.S. Army.| The War Zone
A GREMLIN system is first being used to establish baseline data of aerial activity around a sensitive site so that anomalies can be better spotted in the future.| The War Zone
There are fears that Air Force's new push to resolve critical problems with its KC-46As could actually cause new delays.| The War Zone
During a national emergency an airliner pilot may get a special surprise when a camouflaged F-16 with foreign-like markings shows up on their wing.| The War Zone
This F-15 wasn't in a good place and there is plenty of tire smoke and sparks to show for it.| The War Zone
The KC-46 has a number of issues with its refueling boom including requiring more force to connect with receiver aircraft than its predecessors.| The War Zone
Boom operators on the Pegasus are apparently using workarounds like tracking shadows on receiver aircraft.| The War Zone
The Air Force says its KC-46s are getting closer to being fully operational, but that's still years off and the jets have major limitations.| The War Zone
We finally are getting a good look at the KC-46's most controversial feature.| The War Zone
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The specter of conflict in the Pacific is making Air Mobility Command rethink its future fleet, possibly including the addition of drones.| The War Zone
The Air Force's CCA plans have opened a path to new ways of doing business and concepts of operations that could radically change the force.| The War Zone
Between its aging KC-135 and KC-10 tanker fleets and problems with the new KC-46A, the Air Force is facing a worrying tanker gap.| The War Zone
