Could a fighter jet software upgrade have saved this pilot’s life?The Navy has declined to answer questions about a fatal Super Hornet crash, and whether a safety system could have saved the pilot's life.By Diana Stancy2 days ago
New missile allows Marine pilots to strike far, avoid air defenses Marine fighter pilots now have a missile that can strike targets up to 230 miles away, keeping aviators out of the range of many air defense systems.By Todd South2 months ago
US Army takes new look at training aviators with decisions coming soonThe Army is examining a new training model for aviators as its helicopter fleet evolves into a complex network of manned and unmanned aircraft.By Jen Judson3 months ago
Marines hit operational status with second carrier-capable F35-C unitA West Coast Marine F-35C Lightning II squadron has achieved initial operational capability.By Todd South4 months ago
Social media among many barriers to bringing back a draft, report saysA recent think tank report looks at the unprecedented social and cultural challenges the Defense Department would have to navigate in the event of a draft.By Hope Hodge Seck5 months ago
Marines Corps’ landing ship taking longer, costing more than plannedA key vessel Marines need to move around in a potential island shootout with China is two years behind schedule.By Todd South5 months ago