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Breaking DefenseMichael Marrow

Marine Corps reveals what went wrong in 2023 missing F-35 saga

Breaking Defense reports: An electrical malfunction crippled some of the plane's systems, but a Marine Corps investigation still said the pilot was at fault for the crash in South Carolina.

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Associated PressAssociated Press

Pentagon audit says Boeing cleaned up on Air Force parts, including soap dispensers marked up 8,000%

By Associated Press: WASHINGTON (AP) — Boeing overcharged the Air Force nearly $1 million for spare parts on C-17 cargo planes, including an 8,000% markup for simple lavatory.

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Breaking DefenseTim Martin

UK vows to 'closely monitor all our supply chains' after collapse of hypersonic supplier Reaction Engines

By Breaking Defense: Reaction Engines, which is also part of the $1.3 billion Hypersonic Technologies & Capability Development Framework (HTCDF) effort to build and deliver a first UK hypersonic missile, was plunged into administration today after failing to secure a rescue deal.

2024-10-31T08:42:06.899274-07:00
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Aviation WeekBrandon Patrick

Nigeria To Become Eighth Global M-346 Operator

By Aviation Week: The Nigerian Air Force is modernizing with 10 new AW109 transport helicopters in 2026 and the first of 24 M-346FA light attack aircraft in 2025.

2024-10-31T16:38:01.685505-07:00
The AviationistParth Satam

China’s Liaoning and Shandong Aircraft Carriers Conduct their First Dual-Carrier Exercises in the South China Sea

By The Aviationist: The dual carrier exercise, which involved for the first time the new CATOBAR variant of the J-15, was part of the PLA Navy’s annual training plan and.

2024-10-31T08:17:54.298397-07:00
Air Data NewsRicardo Meier

France plans to offer 24 Rafale fighter jets to Brazil

By Air Data News: Shortly after Italy suggested selling 30 M-346 light fighter jets to Brazil, France is now preparing a broad defense package that will be offered to the.

2024-10-31T12:14:55.528047-07:00