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Reuters • Alexander Cornwell

UAE Will Seek F-35 Deal if Trump Re-Elected, Sources Say

The United Arab Emirates plans to pursue a multi-billion dollar deal for F-35 warplanes and drones with the U.S., pending Trump's potential re-election. Initially approved in 2021, the deal was halted due to Biden administration discord, but the UAE remains a crucial U.S. security partner.

2024-09-13T00:31:29.636491-07:00

The Aviationist

Raytheon Secures $1.19B AMRAAM Contract From US Air Force

2024-09-12T14:36:52.950554-07:00

SpaceNews.com

U.S. Advances in Space Monitoring Technology

2024-09-12T13:23:20.796942-07:00

Associated Press

USS Theodore Roosevelt Leaves Middle East After Extended Deployment

2024-09-11T16:18:15.982869-07:00

US Department of Defense News Timeline

Reuters

UAE Will Seek F-35 Deal if Trump Re-Elected, Sources Say The United Arab Emirates plans to pursue a multi-billion dollar deal for F-35 warplanes and drones with the U.S., pending Trump's potential re-election. Initially approved in 2021, the deal was halted due to Biden administration discord, but the UAE remains a crucial U.S. security partner.

2024-09-13T00:31:29.636491-07:00

UAE Will Seek F-35 Deal if Trump Re-Elected, Sources Say

The Aviationist

Raytheon Secures $1.19B AMRAAM Contract From US Air Force Raytheon has been awarded a $1.19 billion contract by the US Air Force for the production of Lot 38 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM). This contract marks the largest AMRAAM award to date and aims to enhance capabilities for allied air forces globally.

2024-09-12T14:36:52.950554-07:00

Raytheon Secures $1.19B AMRAAM Contract From US Air Force

SpaceNews.com

U.S. Advances in Space Monitoring Technology The U.S. Department of Defense is focusing on acquiring next-generation tools for space monitoring. This initiative aims to enhance national security by improving the detection and tracking of space objects, ensuring the United States maintains a strategic edge in space situational awareness.

2024-09-12T13:23:20.796942-07:00

U.S. Advances in Space Monitoring Technology

National Defense

US Army Supports Air Force's Agile Combat Employment The U.S. Army is collaborating with the Air Force to enhance the Agile Combat Employment (ACE) initiative, leveraging unique capabilities to support deployment logistics and operational efficiency in dynamic combat environments.

2024-09-12T09:49:16.854976-07:00

US Army Supports Air Force's Agile Combat Employment

Breaking Defense

MITRE Advocates Enhanced Collaboration for U.S. Defense Acquisition MITRE's recent report emphasizes the need for the U.S. defense acquisition sector to foster stronger connections with international partners, aiming to optimize weapon development and procurement strategies. The report suggests enhancing dialogues and relationships for better awareness and collaboration.

2024-09-12T06:11:49.307721-07:00

MITRE Advocates Enhanced Collaboration for U.S. Defense Acquisition

The Aviationist

USAF Reveals AIM-260 Development to Counter China The AIM-260, in development since 2017, aims to replace the AMRAAM, enhancing capabilities of aircraft like the F-22, F/A-18, and F-35. This secretive advancement responds to growing Chinese military capabilities.

2024-09-11T22:13:44.616122-07:00

USAF Reveals AIM-260 Development to Counter China

Breaking Defense

US Army Chooses Anduril and PDW UAS for Reconnaissance The U.S. Army has selected Anduril Industries' Ghost X and Performance Drone Works' C-100 for its company-level recon, surveillance, and target acquisition needs. The $14.417M contract is a key part of Tranche 1 under the Defense Logistics Agency's 10-year IDIQ framework.

2024-09-11T18:03:33.326050-07:00

US Army Chooses Anduril and PDW UAS for Reconnaissance

Associated Press

USS Theodore Roosevelt Leaves Middle East After Extended Deployment The Pentagon concludes a rare dual-carrier operation as the USS Theodore Roosevelt departs the Middle East. Meanwhile, the USS Abraham Lincoln remains deployed to counter potential Iranian threats amidst tension with Hamas, reflecting a strategic shift in U.S. military positioning.

2024-09-11T16:18:15.982869-07:00

USS Theodore Roosevelt Leaves Middle East After Extended Deployment

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