EXCLUSIVE: Sentinel ICBM to clear key milestone this year, go operational ‘early 2030s’
“We certainly have not lowered the bar, and we certainly have not taken on any risk by doing this,” Air Force Gen. Dale White told Breaking Defense.
How the Air Force is revamping its acquisition shop with new ‘portfolios’
The fresh approach is meant to streamline weapons procurement and cut through bureaucracy, though details like exactly what authorities new Portfolio Acquisition Executives will have are being worked out.
Breaking Defense announces Breaking Defense Europe, a new, distinct, European edition
Breaking Defense Europe will launch May 4 with Tim Martin and Elisabeth Gosselin-Malo as co-editors.
Service acquisition leaders: Why this time will be different for defense acquisition
In this exclusive op-ed, four of the Pentagon's top acquisition officers send a message to their workforce: Accountability isn't punishment, it's liberation.
DoD considering ‘czar’ roles for key Navy, Air Force programs: Sources
The new positions, covering submarines and a number of Air Force programs, would report directly to the deputy defense secretary, numerous sources told Breaking Defense.
Skyborg Could Develop Multiple Drones For Many Missions
The Air Force is "driving toward" 2023 for initial operating capability for Skyborg, says AFRL Director Brig. Gen. Heather Pringle.
Lockheed Martin Joins The Skyborg Fray With Phase 2 Award
Lockheed Martin's award means that all three big defense primes with deep ties to the Air Force now are in the running for Skyborg.
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AF Will Choose Skyborg Prototypes This Summer
The drone's mission set "could be anything from base defense to communications to sensing," said AFLCMC's Brig. Gen. Dale White.
Air Force Chooses Four Contractors To Compete For Skyborg Drone
Boeing, General Atomics, Kratos, and Northrop Grumman won awards. Notably absent: Lockheed Martin.