Army C2 to see more budget line consolidation in FY27, says service undersecretary
In the FY26 budget, Congress granted the Army permission to consolidate 13 lines related to electronic warfare, counter unmanned aerial systems and drones.
General Dynamics-led team unveils self-driving truck with microwave counter-drone tech
The Leonidas Autonomous Ground Vehicle consists of a commercial Ford F600 model truck tricked out with Kodiak’s autonomous driving software and Eprius’ high-power microwave (HPM) c-UAS platform.
Satellites at the center: Inside the Pentagon’s next-gen space architecture
From emerging data networks to missile tracking and cyber resilience, Breaking Defense’s latest eBook brings together essential reporting on the evolving role of satellites in national security.
Army receives first autonomous-ready, optionally piloted Black Hawk
The H-60Mx Black Hawk has been in the works for over a decade and derived from DARPA's ALIAS program.
In new timeline, Army set to take full control of THAAD missile program by 2027
“We're working very closely with MDA right now on that transfer plan and that memorandum of understanding and agreement,” Lt. Gen. Frank Lozano said.
Army is not satisfied with readiness rates, says service’s undersecretary
Army Undersecretary Michael Obadal said not only does the Army have problems with its major weapons systems, but also has problems with magazine depth, something the “current situation” has "absolutely" put pressure on.
Lockheed completes first flight test for PrSM Inc 2 aimed at hitting moving maritime targets
Lockheed’s announcement comes shortly after the Army announced its Increment 1 PrSM capabilities were used for the first time in combat during the ongoing conflict in Iran.
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Voyager is fortifying the U.S. Defense supply chain
Answering the Pentagon’s call to bolster defense industrial base.
Robinson Helicopter launches unmanned division, envisions next-gen helo drones
The company will absorb Ascent Aerosystems, maker of small drones already invovled in a DoD competition.
2nd Cavalry tests ground robots for xTech contest, struggles with ‘navigating’ UGV costs
The Army’s largest combat formation in Europe has been testing over 17 UGVs as part of the service’s xTech Edge Strike Ground competition.
US military uses PrSM for first time in combat, says CENTCOM
In a social media post today CENTCOM said the missile provided “an unrivaled deep strike capability” against Iranian targets.
Army invites private industry to co-invest in installations, modernization plans
“We’re not just seeking funding,” said David Fitzgerald, who is performing the duties of the deputy undersecretary of the Army. “We’re seeking creative, out-of-the-box financial and business models that break the mold."
Is the Army about to shake up its Bradley replacement, XM30? Sources see major signs.
Sources told Breaking Defense a new RFI may be a backdoor effort to speed up, or potentially revamp entirely, the Bradley replacement competition.
PHOTOS: 11th Airborne operates in freezing conditions in Alaska
During the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 26-02 rotation, the US Army's 11th Airborne Division emulates what an Arctic conflict would look like.
Army official ‘not happy’ as Mesquite facility’s 155mm production lags
“I anticipate you will see an investment from the company themselves, from the industry partner themselves, to ensure they can continue to build out that facility that would make rounds that would primarily be supported by the [foreign military sales],” Army acquisition czar Brent Ingraham told lawmakers.
11th Airborne wants more CATVs, ISV-adjacent solutions
“Armor and the Arctic don't necessarily match,” Cogbill said. “They're heavy. They would fall off the roads. They tumble down the side of a mountain. So we have to be light, highly mobile. It’s a matter of [having] just over the snow mobility.”