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Defense NewsAir Force B-52 Engine Replacement Program Passes Critical Design Review, Now Expected to Cost $15 Billion
The Air Force announced on May 4 that its Commercial Engine Replacement Program for the B-52H Stratofortress passed critical design review. Boeing is scheduled to begin modifying the first two aircraft into the B-52J configuration later in 2026 under a contract awarded in Decembe…
defence.pkU.S. Army Requests $3.78 Billion for Next Generation Command and Control in FY27 Budget
The U.S. Army unveiled plans for modernizing its ground vehicle fleet and command systems in the FY27 budget request. This includes procuring over 100 XM30 vehicles and nearly $697 million for the Mobile Tactical Cannon program. Officials highlighted the effort as the most signif…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Air National Guard Leaders Request Multiyear Funding for 72 to 100 New Fighter Aircraft Annually
Air National Guard leaders have urged Congress to approve multiyear funding for the purchase of 72 to 100 new fighter aircraft each year. The request aims to address potential operational challenges in the U.S. military aviation sector. This call highlights ongoing discussions ab…