Boeing wrapping up lot 1 F-15EX deliveries after handing over first operational jet

Boeing wrapping up lot 1 F-15EX deliveries after handing over first operational jet
Boeing wrapping up lot 1 F-15EX deliveries after handing over first operational jet

A second operational fighter is expected to be delivered “in the next couple of weeks,” according to a Boeing spokesperson, averting a potential schedule breach for the F-15EX program.

Boeing buys GKN factory, ending dispute over F-15, F/A-18 parts

Boeing buys GKN factory, ending dispute over F-15, F/A-18 parts
Boeing buys GKN factory, ending dispute over F-15, F/A-18 parts

Through the deal, Boeing’s litigation with supplier GKN Aerospace will be dropped, and the aerospace giant will take possession of a St. Louis-area factory it used to own.

Navy seeking to rapidly prototype new air-launched, stand-off missile

Navy seeking to rapidly prototype new air-launched, stand-off missile
Navy seeking to rapidly prototype new air-launched, stand-off missile

The service wants to produce up to 500 rounds per year and field an early version in fiscal year 2027.

Boeing to stop making F/A-18 Super Hornets in 2025

Boeing to stop making F/A-18 Super Hornets in 2025
Boeing to stop making F/A-18 Super Hornets in 2025

The production line could be extended to 2027 if the Indian Navy chooses the fighter aircraft.

Navy Super Hornet fleet aging faster, less available than predecessor fleet: CBO

Navy Super Hornet fleet aging faster, less available than predecessor fleet: CBO
Navy Super Hornet fleet aging faster, less available than predecessor fleet: CBO

The Super Hornets’ performance also had unfavorable comparisons to other Navy and Air Force fleets.

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For almost all 100 years of US Navy carrier operations, one company’s aircraft have graced the flight deck

For almost all 100 years of US Navy carrier operations, one company’s aircraft have graced the flight deck
For almost all 100 years of US Navy carrier operations, one company’s aircraft have graced the flight deck

Northrop Grumman’s nearly century long commitment to shared success includes the Navy’s most storied aircraft, including the legendary “Cat” aircraft.

US approves $380M Finnish request for Stinger missiles on heels of Sidewinder and JSOW sales

US approves $380M Finnish request for Stinger missiles on heels of Sidewinder and JSOW sales
US approves $380M Finnish request for Stinger missiles on heels of Sidewinder and JSOW sales

Finland plans on increasing its Stinger stockpile in order to “bolster” land and air defense capabilities along Europe’s northern flank, supporting the US European Command’s “top priorities” in the process, according to the State Department.

‘It has to work’: Inside the military’s race to solve an ejection seat safety conundrum

‘It has to work’: Inside the military’s race to solve an ejection seat safety conundrum
‘It has to work’: Inside the military’s race to solve an ejection seat safety conundrum

Fear over a defective part led to grounding and inspection of hundreds of planes. After all that, only four problems were actually discovered. Was shutting down flight operations worth it?

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Defending the Forward Edge: Exercise tests readiness in South Pacific

Defending the Forward Edge: Exercise tests readiness in South Pacific
Defending the Forward Edge: Exercise tests readiness in South Pacific

RI&S uses experimental platform to test JADC2 concepts during Valiant Shield 22

Delayed again, Navy won’t resolve strike fighter shortfall until 2031: Lawmaker

Delayed again, Navy won’t resolve strike fighter shortfall until 2031: Lawmaker
Delayed again, Navy won’t resolve strike fighter shortfall until 2031: Lawmaker

It’s the second time the Navy moved the goal posts on resolving the longstanding problem.

Top Navy Aviator Says CNO’s Industry Warning Based On Future Threats

Top Navy Aviator Says CNO’s Industry Warning Based On Future Threats
Top Navy Aviator Says CNO’s Industry Warning Based On Future Threats

The Navy’s top officer hit industry on Monday for lobbying for “aircraft we don’t need.”

Navy Lays Out Plan To Close The Strike Fighter Gap Four Years Early

Navy Lays Out Plan To Close The Strike Fighter Gap Four Years Early
Navy Lays Out Plan To Close The Strike Fighter Gap Four Years Early

A senior naval aviation officer says a change to the F-35C squadrons, additional reserve aircraft from other services and a successful maintenance program will be key to resolving the longstanding shortfall.