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Rendering of PAC-3 Edge (Credit: Lockheed Martin)

Army selects Lockheed Martin for billion-dollar Future Interceptor program

Under a cost-sharing arrangement, Lockheed is expected to kick in $423 million for the project while Uncle Sam provides about $660 million.

3 days ago By Jon Harper

A B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 419th Flight Test Squadron is undergoes pre-flight procedures at Edwards Air Force Base, California, Aug. 8. The aircraft conducted a captive-carry flight test of the AGM-183A Air-launched Rapid Response Weapon Instrumented Measurement Vehicle 2 at the Point Mugu Sea Range off the Southern California coast. (Air Force photo by Giancarlo Casem)

Air Force launches next phase of hypersonic missile program with $694M contract award for ARRW

DefenseScoop talked to analysts about the implications of the deal.

5 days ago By Jon Harper

U.S. Airmen assigned to the Collaborative Combat Aircraft Experimental Operations Unit inspect a YFQ-44A Fury aircraft at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, July 20, 2026. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Renee Blundon)

Air Force starting to game out sustainment framework for CCA drones

Once the AI-enabled uncrewed systems are fielded, the Air Force will need its maintenance enterprise to help keep them flying and ready for combat.

Oct 21, 2026 By Jon Harper

Vantor satellite image shows the Pentagon military headquarters and surrounding infrastructure in Arlington, Virginia. (Getty Images / Satellite image (c) 2026 Vantor)

U.S. military debuts new Task Force Easy to enable drone tech ‘adaptation dominance’

The commander shed new light on its origin and Defense Department leaders’ overarching vision for it during the annual AUSA conference.

Oct 14, 2026 By Brandi Vincent

A U.S. Army soldier assigned to 6th Battalion, 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade, performs set-up tasks on an air defense system as part of Exercise Dragon Flag on Kunsan Air base, August 18, 2026. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Spc. Samantha Mussatti)

American Army forces in South Korea adapting to new drone threats

The 8th Army has been learning from what’s happening in Ukraine and the Middle East, and working through changes in its own tactics, techniques and procedures, Lt.…

Oct 12, 2026 By Jon Harper

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman John Ives, 90th Ground Combat Training Squadron defender, pilots a drone during an X4 and SMASH 2000L Systems Firing Qualification at Camp Guernsey Joint Training Center’s North Training Area, Wyoming, May 15, 2026. The drone carried balloon targets to help operators practice acquiring, tracking and engaging simulated aerial threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Michael A. Richmond)

7th Air Force seeks new counter-drone capabilities for point defense modernization in South Korea

The RFI release comes amid growing concerns about North Korea’s drone arsenal.

Oct 5, 2026 By Jon Harper

Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle shakes hands with Rear Adm. Melvin Smith, commander of Submarine Group Two (COMSUBGRU 2), at the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Robotic and Autonomous Systems Warfighting Development Center on Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story in Norfolk, Virginia, Sept. 24, 2026. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Bellino)

Navy creates warfighting development center in Virginia to determine how the sea service will employ unmanned systems in future battles

The new organization will bring “operational coherence” to the service’s drone integration efforts, according to CNO Adm. Daryl Caudle.

Sep 25, 2026 By Jon Harper

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