Pentagon inks deal with L3Harris to ramp rocket motor production
The seven-year deals have yet to be finalized, but will allow L3Harris to scale up motor production for PAC-3 and THAAD interceptors.
Pentagon willing to work with industry over critical mineral EO concerns
A new executive order essentially gives companies until the start of 2027 to alter their supply of critical materials and minerals. Industry is worried that could be a difficult lift.
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Right sized for the fight, smaller Group 2 drones are solving for the limitations of larger UAS
It’s fuel cells, not batteries, that let Group 2 unmanned VTOLS fulfill many missions of larger Group 3s.
General Atomics-ASI CEO throws shade at cost target for new drone
“I believe they put a silly goal in here for a low end [cost],” Dave Alexander told Breaking Defense. “Anybody that bids that number is very suspicious.”
Senators cast doubt on success of new reconciliation bill
“There isn’t going to be a third reconciliation package. So anything that's in there is not going anywhere,” said Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H.
Qatari Air Force One will be taken offline for ‘maxed out’ upgrades: Trump
The forthcoming modifications follow concerns that the 747 jumbo jet rapidly modified by defense contractor L3Harris lacked security measures typical for transporting the US president.
Boeing expects additional cost hit on Air Force One to make 2028 delivery: Defense CEO
“I do expect to see some cost growth there as we come through [final assembly] and we finish off the wiring and the structures, as well as finishing off with certification,” Steve Parker told reporters ahead of Farnborough Airshow this week.
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MQ-9B and Gambit Series: Advancing European Defense Capabilities
GA-ASI will build Gambit aircraft in Europe, partnered with European-based companies, with airframes available for international procurement starting in 2027.
House GOP releases ‘Reconciliation 3.0’ with $60B for defense
The sum falls slightly short of the $67 billion requested by the White House for expenses related to the Iran War.
Senate Democrats block NDAA amid concerns on Iran War, budget topline
SASC Ranking Member Jack Reed, D-R.I., told Breaking Defense settling the budget would be the most "practical step" and that lawmakers could "revive" the legislation quickly if "stars align."
Pentagon seeks to shift $4.3B to pay for increasing operation and personnel costs
In a 47-page omnibus reprogramming notification, the Pentagon outlines an array of weapon and tech programs it wants to strip dollars from to pay for “unforeseen military requirements" which are "determined to be necessary in the national interests."
Senate Dems seek Air Force, contractor answers on Qatari-gifted Air Force One conversion
The lawmakers allege they've been "stonewalled" when asked for more detailed information about the controversial "bridge" aircraft.
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Automation vs autonomy: What will shape the future of battlefield drones?
While humans must stay in the loop for kinetic decisions, empowering drones to operate autonomously is a force multiplier.
Pentagon continues to ‘struggle’ with key weapons development timelines: GAO
The watchdog's annual weapons systems assessment revealed new details about high-profile programs, from Air Force One to Army missiles.
House GOP defectors tank procedural vote to bring NDAA to floor
GOP leadership said House members would leave for the Independence Day holiday tonight, leaving the timeline for NDAA passage unclear.
Honeywell Aerospace begins trading as standalone company
Honeywell previously announced in February 2025 its strategy to split its businesses into three parts.
Hegseth hosts emerging weapons makers for meeting on munitions production: Sources
Invitees to the closely held, publicly unannounced meeting included Anduril, Castelion and Leidos, sources said.