SpaceX to naval Iron Dome: Breaking Defense’s 10 most read stories from 2022
These 10 stories got widespread attention, from both within the defense community and with a broader readership.
From an Afghan pilot’s ordeal to an ejection seat conundrum: 5 stories from 2022
Beyond actual aviation news, I will continue to mention Taylor Swift in these lists until my editors force me to stop. [Editor's Note: Fine.]
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Refurbished Soviet tanks, HAWK missiles and more Phoenix Ghost drones coming soon to Ukraine
“These are tanks that the Ukrainians know how to use on the battlefield,” Pentagon Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said of a US-Dutch-Czech effort to supply Ukraine with refurbished Soviet tanks.
As battle for Ukraine enters a new phase, so does lethal US aid
“This has been such a plastic conflict. … I think there's a lot of indications that the Ukrainians are doing a tremendous job,” said Mara Karlin, the assistant secretary of defense for strategy, plans and capabilities. Given that, “you can plan more and more for things that would need greater training.”
Meet ‘Phoenix Ghost,’ the US Air Force’s new drone perfect for Ukraine’s war with Russia
“The Phoenix Ghost is this was rapidly developed by the Air Force, in response, specifically to Ukrainian requirements,” a senior defense official told reporters. “This is a great example of adapting to their needs in real time.”