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Fiscal 2027 budget

KC-46A aircraft assigned to the 157th Air Refueling Wing perform an elephant walk formation on the runway at Pease Air National Guard Base, Sept. 8, 2021. (U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Senior Master Sgt. Timm Huffman)

Air Force shifts sixth-gen tanker strategy to prioritize mission systems over new aircraft

The Air Force wants to redirect NGAS funds into a new Advanced Tanker Systems effort in fiscal 2027.

6 days ago By Mikayla Easley

PrSM missile (Lockheed Martin)

Army looks to quadruple procurement for Precision Strike Missile in 2027

The Army's request comes amid concerns over the Pentagon draining its weapon stockpiles during Operation Epic Fury.

Apr 7, 2026 By Mikayla Easley

YFQ-42A (Photo courtesty of GA-ASI)

Air Force wants almost $1B to buy first CCA drones in 2027

If approved by lawmakers, the Air Force's budget request would kick off procurement of CCA Increment 1.

Apr 6, 2026 By Mikayla Easley