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Last Updated: Monday, Dec. 15, 2025, 5:42 AM PST
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DefenseNews.com
Which service is leading the US hypersonics race?
By DefenseNews.com: From ‘Dark Eagle’ to ‘Arrow’ and others, the American military branches are working on their own hypersonic platforms. Which one is closest to production?.
Breaking Defense
• Theresa Hitchens
Space Force to pursue next‑generation surveillance satellites without NRO partnership; issues RFI for wide‑field cameras
By Breaking Defense: Interested firms have until Jan. 9 to respond to a Space Force request for information about new wide-field-of-view cameras for a SILENTBARKER replacement constellation.
DefenseNews.com
• Gordon Arthur
Hanwha, Lockheed and allies jockey for roles in US munitions production surge
By DefenseNews.com: Hanwha Aerospace and Lockheed Martin are taking different routes to partake in the massive push to replenish America's artillery shells and rockets.
Aviation Week
• Chen Chuanren
China's CH-7 Uncrewed Flying Wing Makes Debut Flight
By Aviation Week: The Cai Hong-7 stealthy uncrewed aerial system made by CASC has completed its maiden flight from an undisclosed airfield in northwest China.
DefenseNews.com
Does the US need a ‘hypersonic czar’?
By DefenseNews.com: Former Air Force Secretary and Atlantic Council security expert Deborah James talks about how the military should approach an aggressive hypersonics program.
Airbus
Germany orders 20 additional Airbus H145M helicopters
By Airbus: Germany has decided to exercise the option for 20 more H145M light combat helicopters (Leichter Kampfhubschrauber or LKH for short).
The War Zone
• Tyler Rogoway
Details Emerge on Dark Eagle Hypersonic at Redstone Arsenal — Range and Small Warhead Disclosed
By The War Zone: Hegseth's visit to Redstone Arsenal provided new disclosures on Dark Eagle's range and its small warhead.
