Defense and Space

By Jen DiMascio
In August, Lockheed Martin delivered its first flight software package for an updated national missile defense system, the Next Generation Interceptor.
Missile Defense & Weapons

By Brian Everstine
While the Air Force shifts focus toward a future KC-Z, some on Capitol Hill say the planned 2040 fielding date leaves too long of a gap.
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Chen Chuanren
Western governments are concerned about the trickle of information that could flow from experienced aviators hired for China’s military.
Budget, Policy & Operations

Aviation Week Staff
Roscosmos Space Corp. has launched the first satellite of Russia’s new Sfera multisatellite communication and Earth observation constellation.
Space

By Mark Carreau
As a third attempt to launch the Artemis I test flight of an uncrewed Orion capsule around the Moon and back to Earth nears, NASA has placed a $1.99 billion order for three more of the four-person capsules for Artemis missions VI through VIII.
Space

By Steve Trimble
An oft-cited talking point for critics of the Lockheed Martin F-35 is simply to state the program’s official $1.68 trillion cost estimate, which is usually rounded up to a cleaner $1.7 trillion.
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Irene Klotz
The independent study team plans to spend nine months collecting unclassified UAP data from civilian government agencies, commercial entities and other sources and recommend a path forward for future analysis.
Space

By Irene Klotz
The newest flock of 36 OneWeb satellites reached orbit on Oct. 22 following a successful launch by NewSpace India Limited.
Commercial Space

By Michael Bruno
The world’s largest defense-focused company expects 2023 revenue to be in line with 2022 and promises shareholders will reap rewards.
Supply Chain

By Garrett Reim
Expeditionary units could recharge their equipment with laser energy redirected by UAVs.
Sensors & Electronic Warfare

By Brian Everstine
The U.S. Army has an aggressive schedule for developing and fielding future variants of its surface-to-surface Precision Strike Missile as it prioritizes the longest-range variant.
Missile Defense & Weapons

By Brian Everstine
The U.S. Army is testing its ability to fire guided munitions from small uncrewed aircraft systems, bringing its high-tech approach to a capability that has proven its effectiveness in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
Missile Defense & Weapons

By Steve Trimble
An engine blade failure has grounded the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps fleet of Boeing/BAE Systems T-45C Goshawk advanced jet trainers.
Light Attack and Advanced Training

By Steve Trimble
The U.S. Marine Corps has taken the first step toward fielding a new Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) Family of Systems (FOS), releasing a request for information (RFI) on Oct. 21 to gather information on available options.
Aerospace

BRAZILIAN AIR FORCE is further reducing its KC-390 order from 22 to 19 (could fall to 15); original order was for 28.
Defense and Space

By Tony Osborne
An Israeli industry-led initiative to train Greek fast jet pilots has performed its first training flights.
Light Attack and Advanced Training

By Steve Trimble
The Brazilian government has trimmed its order for the Embraer KC-390 by another three aircraft.
Multi-Mission Aircraft

By Steve Trimble
Several space launch providers have joined a team led by Dynetics that has been selected by the U.S. Defense Department to accelerate the pace of hypersonic vehicle testing.
Missile Defense & Weapons

By Tony Osborne
It is hoped the initiative will support a number of aerospace programs being pursued by India with support from British companies.
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Chen Chuanren
Following FMS approval, Japan is set to become the Raytheon-made munition’s first export customer.
Missile Defense & Weapons

Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Guy Norris
Pratt & Whitney questions GE’s XA100 proposal, arguing its F135 upgrade plan is the more practical path.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Brian Everstine
While promising continued nuclear modernization, the White House aims to lower tensions by deemphasizing use of weapons.
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Mark Carreau
New imagery from the Hubble Space Telescope has revealed an unexpected second trail of debris emerging from Dimorphos, the asteroid target for NASA’s Double Asteroid Redirection Test mission impact on Sept. 26.
Space

By Steve Trimble
Portugal has taken delivery of the first of five Embraer KC-390 tanker-transports ordered in 2019 amid a broader increase in defense spending by Lisbon.
Aircraft & Propulsion