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Land-based precision approach system program resumes
The land-based Joint Precision Approach and Landing System is getting back on track after the deputy secretary of defense issued...
US Marine Corps buying 80 F-35C fighter aircraft
The US Marine Corps is buying 80 F-35C joint strike fighter planes, the Pentagon said Monday, casting doubt on plans...
U-2 reconnaissance aircraft deployed to aid Japan relief efforts
As Japan copes with the aftermath of the 8.9 magnitude earthquake and tsunami that struck March 11, the United States...
Selected Options and Costs for a No-Fly Zone Over Libya
US policymakers and other world leaders have watched intently as civil war has erupted in Libya. In recent days, reports...
5th C-17 Globemaster III Aircraft for Australia
The Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress today of a possible Foreign Military Sale to Australia of a C-17 Globemaster...
UK in Eurofighter talks with Indonesia: report
Britain is in talks with Indonesia on the possible sale of Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft despite concerns over Jakarta's human rights...
South Korea to Speed Up Deployment of Stealth Fighters, Spy Drones
The Ministry of National Defense said Tuesday that it will speed up plans to deploy stealth jet fighters and high-altitude...
Costs for F-35 fighter jets to soar: Canadian watchdog
Canada significantly overpaid for new fighter jets jointly developed with the United States and its allies, a parliamentary watchdog said...
F-35C Breaks Sound Barrier for the First Time
The first F-35C test aircraft (CF-1) flew faster than the speed of sound for the first time over a test...
Gates Shares Vision for Air Force’s Future
Air Force leaders of the 21st century must apply a view that balances traditional roles with the reality of new...
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