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Where U.S. Hypersonic Capabilities Stand as Rivals Claim Operational Systems

With China and other rivals claiming operational hypersonic missiles, this expert analysis assesses where U.S. hypersonic weapons development actually stands, identifying capability gaps, industrial bottlenecks and procurement implications, and outlining what needs to change for the Pentagon to field competitive systems.

2025-12-15T05:37:35.895297-08:00

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Which US service is closest to fielding hypersonic weapons?

2025-12-15T05:37:35.643532-08:00

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BAE wins $1.7B U.S. Navy IDIQ to sustain APKWS laser‑guidance kit production

2025-12-10T06:08:43.935226-08:00

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Poland in talks to transfer remaining MiG‑29 fighters to Ukraine in exchange for drone and missile technology

2025-12-10T01:58:00.407065-08:00

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FlightGlobal

UK conducts first test firing of low-cost cruise missile candidate under Brakestop programme Britain has carried out the first test firing of a low-cost cruise missile candidate under the Ministry of Defence's Brakestop programme, marking the weapon's initial flight trial as the UK evaluates affordable standoff strike options to address documented capability shortfalls.

2025-12-16T06:25:21.409788-08:00

UK conducts first test firing of low-cost cruise missile candidate under Brakestop programme

FlightGlobal

USAF awards Kongsberg ~$240M Lot 2 contract to produce Joint Strike Missiles The U.S. Air Force has awarded Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace a potential three‑year, $240.9 million sole‑source, firm‑fixed‑price contract for Lot 2 production of the air‑launched Joint Strike Missile, covering procurement of live rounds, containers, test hardware and support items for F‑35 integration.

2025-12-15T13:18:46.161213-08:00

USAF awards Kongsberg ~$240M Lot 2 contract to produce Joint Strike Missiles

DefenseNews.com

Where U.S. Hypersonic Capabilities Stand as Rivals Claim Operational Systems With China and other rivals claiming operational hypersonic missiles, this expert analysis assesses where U.S. hypersonic weapons development actually stands, identifying capability gaps, industrial bottlenecks and procurement implications, and outlining what needs to change for the Pentagon to field competitive systems.

2025-12-15T05:37:35.895297-08:00

Where U.S. Hypersonic Capabilities Stand as Rivals Claim Operational Systems

DefenseNews.com

Which US service is closest to fielding hypersonic weapons? The Army, Navy and Air Force each have competing hypersonic programs — from Dark Eagle to Arrow and other designs — as services rush to field Mach‑5+ strike capability. This analysis evaluates which platform is most advanced and closest to production, comparing testing, prototyping and integration milestones.

2025-12-15T05:37:35.643532-08:00

Which US service is closest to fielding hypersonic weapons?

The War Zone

Hegseth discloses Dark Eagle hypersonic range and small warhead during Redstone Arsenal visit During a Dec. visit to Redstone Arsenal, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth disclosed previously unreported details about the Dark Eagle hypersonic—specifically its operational range and a small-yield warhead specification. The comments offer rare public metrics on the weapon's reach and intended lethality profile.

2025-12-14T20:04:49.334935-08:00

Hegseth discloses Dark Eagle hypersonic range and small warhead during Redstone Arsenal visit

The Aviationist

F‑16 validates safe release of Northrop’s Stand‑in Attack Weapon, clearing path to F‑35 integration after $100M USAF contract Northrop Grumman and the U.S. Air Force completed a separation test of the Stand‑in Attack Weapon from an F‑16 at Eglin AFB, validating aerodynamic performance and safe release. The milestone follows a $100 million USAF contract and advances the SiAW toward F‑35 integration.

2025-12-12T10:31:54.414454-08:00

F‑16 validates safe release of Northrop’s Stand‑in Attack Weapon, clearing path to F‑35 integration after $100M USAF contract

Air & Space Forces Mag

US Navy awards BAE up to $1.7B five‑year IDIQ to sustain APKWS laser‑guidance kit production The U.S. Navy has awarded BAE Systems a five‑year indefinite‑delivery/indefinite‑quantity contract worth up to $1.7 billion to sustain full‑rate production of APKWS laser‑guidance kits, including an initial $322 million order for 11,000 kits. The deal preserves supply of low‑cost precision guidance for naval and joint aviation platforms.

2025-12-10T18:03:57.500082-08:00

US Navy awards BAE up to $1.7B five‑year IDIQ to sustain APKWS laser‑guidance kit production

navaltoday.com

BAE wins $1.7B U.S. Navy IDIQ to sustain APKWS laser‑guidance kit production The U.S. Navy awarded BAE Systems a five‑year, indefinite‑delivery/indefinite‑quantity contract worth up to $1.7 billion to sustain full‑rate production of APKWS® laser‑guidance kits, including an initial $322 million order, securing supply for guided‑rocket munitions used by naval and joint aviation platforms.

2025-12-10T06:08:43.935226-08:00

BAE wins $1.7B U.S. Navy IDIQ to sustain APKWS laser‑guidance kit production

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