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Air Warfare

Marine Corps official floats modular mission payloads for new heavy lift helo

“How can we make this kind of truck … be more than just a truck?” said Col. Kate Fleeger, the Marines' CH-53K program manager.

By Justin Katz Air Warfare

Boeing to become supplier on B-21, V-280 after $8.3 billion acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems

If approved by US regulators, the agreement would reunite Boeing with the Wichita-based production facilities it spun off in 2005 in a bid to lower costs.

By Valerie Insinna presented by Sponsored Post, Networks & Digital Warfare

Data overload threatens decisionmakers as autonomy expands

Reducing cognitive overload on warfighters while improving “time to trust” for autonomous systems is a matter of design.

By Breaking Defense Land Warfare

Germany chooses Chinook for future heavy lift competition

The Germany Ministry of Defense has selected Boeing's CH-47F Chinook over Lockheed Martin Sikorsky's CH-53K.

By Andrew Eversden Land Warfare

In Army helo competitions, Sikorsky says factory tech, 3D printing give them an edge

In plant tour, Sikorsky official says "hundreds" of parts could be 3D printed if chosen for Army's high-profile FARA and FLRAA competitions.

By Andrew Eversden Global

Lockheed announces first production for Israeli CH-53K helicopters

The first choppers are expected by 2025, but the addition of Israeli high-tech systems could delay delivery, sources said.

By Arie Egozi Global

US, Israel finalize deal for 12 heavy-lift helos, two KC-46s

The deal includes 12 King Stallions with options for an additional six in the future.

By Justin Katz presented by Sponsored Post, Networks & Digital Warfare

Meeting Zero Trust goals while maintaining information dominance

Balancing security and access to data are critical to providing users with trustworthy, reliable data for real-time decisions.

By Breaking Defense Air Warfare

Israel OKs CH-53K helicopter buy from Lockheed Martin

Israel plans to install domestically made systems on the American-made helo.

By Arie Egozi Naval Warfare

What Is The King Stallion, The Marine Corps’ Heavy-Lift Helo?

The CH-53K has had a rough two years filled with testing issues and schedule delays, but it executed a real mission in September.

By Justin Katz Air Warfare

Israeli Air Force Pushes Hard For Chopper Pick

To illustrate the urgency, IDF Chief of Staff Lt. General Aviv Kochavi flew last week in an old CH-53 (Yasur) in a scenario of long-range flights that moved a team of special commandos deep into "enemy" territory to demonstrate the rescue of a downed pilot.

By Arie Egozi Air Warfare

Two KC-46s, Up To 14 V-22s For Israel; Air Force Pushes For Helo Decision

The political chaos in Israel, with a third general election in less than a year has delayed decisions about crucial aircraft, including the replacement for the old CH-53, whether to buy the V-22 and the urgent need for the KC-46A .

By Arie Egozi presented by Sponsored Post

Voyager is accelerating access to space

After manifesting 1,400 payloads aboard the ISS, Voyager is applying its mission management expertise to the next generation of space stations, ensuring uninterrupted mission readiness and success from the ground to space.

By Voyager Air Warfare

CH-53 vs. CH-47: Which Helicopter Will Israel Pick?

An IDF team has been taking test flights aboard Lockheed Martin's new CH-53K in Maryland, but Boeing's CH-47 Chinook is in the running too -- and both programs could use a boost against their American critics.

By Arie Egozi Air Warfare

Israeli Election Politics Slowing IAF Acquisitions

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) ground forces command want an immediate replacement for the CH-53 . "It is natural that operational needs differ, but this is the task of the highest command to evaluate the needs and make a decision," a senior Israeli defense official said.

By Arie Egozi

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Voyager is accelerating access to space

After manifesting 1,400 payloads aboard the ISS, Voyager is applying its mission management expertise to the next generation of space stations, ensuring uninterrupted mission readiness and success from the ground to space.

By Voyager

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