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Golden era for simulators
The defense sector’s interest in simulation capabilities is surging, with the confluence of improved technologies and shrinking defense budgets creating a perfect storm of interest from the Pentagon and, in particular, the Air Force.
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‘Cromnibus’ gives Air Force engine funding, limits aircraft retirements
Under the proposed appropriations bill released Tuesday, the US Air Force will receive $220 million to fund a replacement for the RD-180 engine, as well as funds for its new combat-search-and-rescue helicopter and C-130 upgrades.
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Chinese national accused of transporting Air Force program information
A Chinese national has been arrested while carrying sensitive proprietary information on titanium used in a U.S. Air Force program, most likely the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, according to the U.S. attorney for the District of Connecticut.
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A look at F-35 close-air support tactics development
The F-35 Joint Strike Fighter may also become a major player in close-air support (CAS) missions.
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NDAA limits Air Force retirements, offers C-130 compromise
The compromise National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) language, revealed Tuesday evening, limits the US Air Force’s ability to retire any aircraft in what is a clear message from Congress that the service has not earned its trust on major issues, such as the retirement of the A-10 or U-2.
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Lawmakers aim to end RD-180 use by 2019
If U.S. lawmakers have their way, the Russian-built RD-180 engine will cease being used on military launches by 2019.
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New leader tasked with upping profile of Air University
On Nov. 10, military officials, civic leaders and community notables from around Montgomery, Alabama, gathered to watch Lt. Gen. Steven Kwast take command of Air University, the center of education for the world’s largest Air Force.
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3-star: Boeing ‘challenged’ by KC-46 schedule
The Air Force’s top acquisition official says Boeing is being challenged by integration of its KC-46A tanker.
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McKinley named president, CEO at NDIA
The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) announced today that retired US Air Force Gen. Craig McKinley will take over as president and CEO on Jan. 1.
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Fight over A-10 re-opens Hill, Air Force divide
After a relatively quiet summer, the battle for the future of the A-10 Warthog exploded in the last two weeks, reopening deep fissures between Congress and the Air Force that seem to show the two sides at a total stalemate.
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Golden era for simulators
The defense sector’s interest in simulation capabilities is surging, with the confluence of improved technologies and shrinking defense budgets creating a perfect storm of interest from the Pentagon and, in particular, the Air Force.
-
‘Cromnibus’ gives Air Force engine funding, limits aircraft retirements
Under the proposed appropriations bill released Tuesday, the US Air Force will receive $220 million to fund a replacement for the RD-180 engine, as well as funds for its new combat-search-and-rescue helicopter and C-130 upgrades.
-
Chinese national accused of transporting Air Force program information
A Chinese national has been arrested while carrying sensitive proprietary information on titanium used in a U.S. Air Force program, most likely the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, according to the U.S. attorney for the District of Connecticut.
-
A look at F-35 close-air support tactics development
The F-35 Joint Strike Fighter may also become a major player in close-air support (CAS) missions.
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NDAA limits Air Force retirements, offers C-130 compromise
The compromise National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) language, revealed Tuesday evening, limits the US Air Force’s ability to retire any aircraft in what is a clear message from Congress that the service has not earned its trust on major issues, such as the retirement of the A-10 or U-2.
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Lawmakers aim to end RD-180 use by 2019
If U.S. lawmakers have their way, the Russian-built RD-180 engine will cease being used on military launches by 2019.
-
New leader tasked with upping profile of Air University
On Nov. 10, military officials, civic leaders and community notables from around Montgomery, Alabama, gathered to watch Lt. Gen. Steven Kwast take command of Air University, the center of education for the world’s largest Air Force.
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3-star: Boeing ‘challenged’ by KC-46 schedule
The Air Force’s top acquisition official says Boeing is being challenged by integration of its KC-46A tanker.
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McKinley named president, CEO at NDIA
The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) announced today that retired US Air Force Gen. Craig McKinley will take over as president and CEO on Jan. 1.
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Fight over A-10 re-opens Hill, Air Force divide
After a relatively quiet summer, the battle for the future of the A-10 Warthog exploded in the last two weeks, reopening deep fissures between Congress and the Air Force that seem to show the two sides at a total stalemate.
-
Golden era for simulators
The defense sector’s interest in simulation capabilities is surging, with the confluence of improved technologies and shrinking defense budgets creating a perfect storm of interest from the Pentagon and, in particular, the Air Force.
-
‘Cromnibus’ gives Air Force engine funding, limits aircraft retirements
Under the proposed appropriations bill released Tuesday, the US Air Force will receive $220 million to fund a replacement for the RD-180 engine, as well as funds for its new combat-search-and-rescue helicopter and C-130 upgrades.
-
Chinese national accused of transporting Air Force program information
A Chinese national has been arrested while carrying sensitive proprietary information on titanium used in a U.S. Air Force program, most likely the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, according to the U.S. attorney for the District of Connecticut.
-
A look at F-35 close-air support tactics development
The F-35 Joint Strike Fighter may also become a major player in close-air support (CAS) missions.
-
NDAA limits Air Force retirements, offers C-130 compromise
The compromise National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) language, revealed Tuesday evening, limits the US Air Force’s ability to retire any aircraft in what is a clear message from Congress that the service has not earned its trust on major issues, such as the retirement of the A-10 or U-2.
-
Lawmakers aim to end RD-180 use by 2019
If U.S. lawmakers have their way, the Russian-built RD-180 engine will cease being used on military launches by 2019.
-
New leader tasked with upping profile of Air University
On Nov. 10, military officials, civic leaders and community notables from around Montgomery, Alabama, gathered to watch Lt. Gen. Steven Kwast take command of Air University, the center of education for the world’s largest Air Force.
-
3-star: Boeing ‘challenged’ by KC-46 schedule
The Air Force’s top acquisition official says Boeing is being challenged by integration of its KC-46A tanker.
-
McKinley named president, CEO at NDIA
The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) announced today that retired US Air Force Gen. Craig McKinley will take over as president and CEO on Jan. 1.
-
Fight over A-10 re-opens Hill, Air Force divide
After a relatively quiet summer, the battle for the future of the A-10 Warthog exploded in the last two weeks, reopening deep fissures between Congress and the Air Force that seem to show the two sides at a total stalemate.
