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The US Army is planning to use FY'27 funding to finish the Critical Design Review and final Development Testing of the Next Generation Counter UAS Missile (NGCM). The Army also plans to fund the integration of NGCM and current C-sUAS effectors into a common launcher. NGCM, being developed by AV, is Army's next generation missile system designed to defeat emerging Group 3+ UAS threats at stand off ranges.

The US Army is planning to use FY'27 funding to finish the Critical Design Review and final Development Testing of the Next Generation Counter UAS Missile (NGCM). The Army also plans to fund the integration of NGCM and current C-sUAS effectors into a common launcher. NGCM, being developed by AV, is Army's next generation missile system designed to defeat emerging Group 3+ UAS threats at stand off ranges.

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"General Dynamics’ new ultra-wideband (UWB) radome wall designs enable optimal performance of next-generation sensors and multifunction arrays (MFAs) being integrated on next-generation air dominance #NGAD platforms, collaborative combat aircraft #CCA and other future platforms. General Dynamics has fabricated IFB risk-reduction prototypes and conducted radio frequency (RF) range testing. Work continues to increase the technology readiness level (TRL) and manufacturing readiness level (MRL) to reduce risk for future programs" ~ GDMS

"General Dynamics’ new ultra-wideband (UWB) radome wall designs enable optimal performance of next-generation sensors and multifunction arrays (MFAs) being integrated on next-generation air dominance #NGAD platforms, collaborative combat aircraft #CCA and other future platforms. General Dynamics has fabricated IFB risk-reduction prototypes and conducted radio frequency (RF) range testing. Work continues to increase the technology readiness level (TRL) and manufacturing readiness level (MRL) to reduce risk for future programs" ~ GDMS

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US Army Autonomous Multi-domain Launcher (AML) launching 120 mm Direct Support Fires Technology #DSFT rockets. (📹US Army)

US Army Autonomous Multi-domain Launcher (AML) launching 120 mm Direct Support Fires Technology #DSFT rockets. (📹US Army)

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"We'll go from around 650 #PAC3 #MSE seekers this year, which is the most we've ever produced [in a single year] in the history of PAC-3 seekers..We're anticipating going to 2,250 [seekers per year] by the end of 2028/2029" ~ Steve Parker, Boeing

"We'll go from around 650 #PAC3 #MSE seekers this year, which is the most we've ever produced [in a single year] in the history of PAC-3 seekers..We're anticipating going to 2,250 [seekers per year] by the end of 2028/2029" ~ Steve Parker, Boeing

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USAFs 48TH FW has contracted with Anduril Industries for Wide-Area Infrared System for Persistent Surveillance system installation at RAF Lakenheath. Wisp delivers AI-enabled, passive, full-motion, 360° wide-area imaging to enable persistent automated threat detection & SA.

USAFs 48TH FW has contracted with Anduril Industries for Wide-Area Infrared System for Persistent Surveillance system installation at RAF Lakenheath. Wisp delivers AI-enabled, passive, full-motion, 360° wide-area imaging to enable persistent automated threat detection & SA.

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California-based startup Mach Industries is developing a vertical-takeoff cruise missile demonstrator for the U.S. Army’s experimental Strategic Strike program, the company said March 4. ~ Aviation Week 🔗👇

California-based startup Mach Industries is developing a vertical-takeoff cruise missile demonstrator for the U.S. Army’s experimental Strategic Strike program, the company said March 4. ~ Aviation Week 🔗👇

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"With Vectis, Lockheed Martin Skunk Works is acting on a bold vision to deliver high-end survivability and mission systems capability at aggressive cost targets and design, build and fly within two years" ~ Lockheed Martin #AFA2025

"With Vectis, Lockheed Martin Skunk Works is acting on a bold vision to deliver high-end survivability and mission systems capability at aggressive cost targets and design, build and fly within two years" ~ Lockheed Martin #AFA2025

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Pratt & Whitney #F35 F-135 Engine Core Upgrade: 🔸7-10% thrust improvement 🔸7-10% range improvement 🔸Improved Thermal Performance 🔸Enables full block-4 capability 🔸2025 CDR 🔸2029+ fleet deliveries

Pratt & Whitney #F35 F-135 Engine Core Upgrade: 🔸7-10% thrust improvement 🔸7-10% range improvement 🔸Improved Thermal Performance 🔸Enables full block-4 capability 🔸2025 CDR 🔸2029+ fleet deliveries

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"We are working on a Ground Launched variant of #Stormbreaker. We will be testing it this summer..That same propulsion stack, whether rocket or air-breathing we're working on integrating that on weapon to keep pilots outside of threat range" ~Jon Norman, Raytheon The Merge 🇺🇲

"We are working on a Ground Launched variant of #Stormbreaker. We will be testing it this summer..That same propulsion stack, whether rocket or air-breathing we're working on integrating that on weapon to keep pilots outside of threat range" ~Jon Norman, Raytheon The Merge 🇺🇲

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Apparently five additional E-7 AEW&C are planned to be included in USAF's FY27 procurement request [Via amendment] in addition to the five E-7 AEW&C added in FY26 [EMD] and the two E-7's part of the Air Force's original MTA. This should take the total on contract, or budgeted to 12 E-7 AEWC. 👇👇 Testimony: "The E-7 was not originally in the FY27 [procurement] submission. We have recently been working with the Office of Secretary of War (OSW) to get that budget amendment to the OMB to include funding for FY27 in support for 5 additional E-7 aircraft." ~ Lieutenant General David H. Tabor, USAF "The [Air Moving Target Indicator (AMTI)] capabilities that are happening in space are far exceeding our expectations. I would welcome the opportunity in a different [classified] forum to tell you exactly why I feel that way." ~ Major General Christopher J. Niemi, USAF

Apparently five additional E-7 AEW&C are planned to be included in USAF's FY27 procurement request [Via amendment] in addition to the five E-7 AEW&C added in FY26 [EMD] and the two E-7's part of the Air Force's original MTA. This should take the total on contract, or budgeted to 12 E-7 AEWC. 👇👇 Testimony: "The E-7 was not originally in the FY27 [procurement] submission. We have recently been working with the Office of Secretary of War (OSW) to get that budget amendment to the OMB to include funding for FY27 in support for 5 additional E-7 aircraft." ~ Lieutenant General David H. Tabor, USAF "The [Air Moving Target Indicator (AMTI)] capabilities that are happening in space are far exceeding our expectations. I would welcome the opportunity in a different [classified] forum to tell you exactly why I feel that way." ~ Major General Christopher J. Niemi, USAF

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Here's a 2025 video of the first of two US Air Force E-7 AEW&C being assembled under the MTA effort.

Here's a 2025 video of the first of two US Air Force E-7 AEW&C being assembled under the MTA effort.

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Periodic reminder: In every recent fighter competition where they went head-to-head (Canada, Finland, Switzerland, Czech Republic etc), the F-35 didn't just win, it took the Gripen’s lunch money. Keep in mind, the F-35 was handing out these beatings before the advanced post-SDD configurations were even offered. While F-35 fleets are currently logging combat sorties that inform real-time modernization, Sweden has barely inducted a single operational Gripen E.

Periodic reminder: In every recent fighter competition where they went head-to-head (Canada, Finland, Switzerland, Czech Republic etc), the F-35 didn't just win, it took the Gripen’s lunch money. Keep in mind, the F-35 was handing out these beatings before the advanced post-SDD configurations were even offered. While F-35 fleets are currently logging combat sorties that inform real-time modernization, Sweden has barely inducted a single operational Gripen E.

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"We have a floor for 466 tankers. We have a number we are supposed to meet this year of 478, which we will do and we are working our way with this [FY27] budget and perhaps future budgets to get to 502. We are on a upslope for the tanker force " General Kenneth S. Wilsbach Chief of Staff of the US Air Force (Apr 30, 2026)

"We have a floor for 466 tankers. We have a number we are supposed to meet this year of 478, which we will do and we are working our way with this [FY27] budget and perhaps future budgets to get to 502. We are on a upslope for the tanker force " General Kenneth S. Wilsbach Chief of Staff of the US Air Force (Apr 30, 2026)

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The US Air Force first took combat coded F-35A's to Exercise Red Flag in 2017. It was an overwhelming success. Israel then deployed its F-35I Adir in combat operations with success. The IAF has since overwhelmingly dominated the Iranian IADS and C2 capability on the back of its F-35I's and other capabilities. USAF's F-35A's were the first aircraft to enter Iranian Air Space during Ops Midnight Hammer paving the way (SEAD) for the strike package to follow. The JPO and its dismal modernization track record deserve the heat. Yet the F-35’s current capability remains second to none. It is a platform proven in large force exercises, expeditionary deployments, and combat operations, all forged by the most exhaustive flight test program in history. Credit the designers, the operators, and the testers for that. #F35 #5Gen #EpicFury #FlightTest

The US Air Force first took combat coded F-35A's to Exercise Red Flag in 2017. It was an overwhelming success. Israel then deployed its F-35I Adir in combat operations with success. The IAF has since overwhelmingly dominated the Iranian IADS and C2 capability on the back of its F-35I's and other capabilities. USAF's F-35A's were the first aircraft to enter Iranian Air Space during Ops Midnight Hammer paving the way (SEAD) for the strike package to follow. The JPO and its dismal modernization track record deserve the heat. Yet the F-35’s current capability remains second to none. It is a platform proven in large force exercises, expeditionary deployments, and combat operations, all forged by the most exhaustive flight test program in history. Credit the designers, the operators, and the testers for that. #F35 #5Gen #EpicFury #FlightTest

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Professional militaries fall back on training when the fight begins. The only clear oversight in this instance was neglecting to coordinate with the numerous self-appointed Chiefs of Staff currently providing expert analysis across South and West Asian media and X.

Professional militaries fall back on training when the fight begins. The only clear oversight in this instance was neglecting to coordinate with the numerous self-appointed Chiefs of Staff currently providing expert analysis across South and West Asian media and X.

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July-August 1990. Edwards Air Force Base California. (📹Northrop Grumman)

July-August 1990. Edwards Air Force Base California. (📹Northrop Grumman)

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"We are very interested in increasing F-15EX production, starting at 24 [per year] in FY27 and then ramping up to 36 [per year] into the FYDP. Right now there is a Multi-Year procurement negotiation going on in conjunction with OSW and Boeing to look at options to accelerate that as quickly as possible..We are hopeful that we can get to 24 per year as rapidly as possible" ~ Lieutenant General David H. Tabor, USAF

"We are very interested in increasing F-15EX production, starting at 24 [per year] in FY27 and then ramping up to 36 [per year] into the FYDP. Right now there is a Multi-Year procurement negotiation going on in conjunction with OSW and Boeing to look at options to accelerate that as quickly as possible..We are hopeful that we can get to 24 per year as rapidly as possible" ~ Lieutenant General David H. Tabor, USAF

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US Army's Common Autonomous Multi-Domain Launcher's (CAML) mission is to provide elements across all echelons with a mobile, autonomous, optionally manned, versatile cross-domain fires capability. The CAML launcher platform will support cross-domain fires to include TLAMs, Patriot interceptors, MLRS Family of Munitions (MFOM), IFPC interceptors, and in the future the Blackbeard Ground Launch (GL) missile. MFOM, Blackbeard GL and IFPC launch capability will reside in the CAML-Medium (7.5 ton chassis) while the CAML-Heavy (15 ton chassis) will support additional TLAM and PAC-3 MSE capability.

US Army's Common Autonomous Multi-Domain Launcher's (CAML) mission is to provide elements across all echelons with a mobile, autonomous, optionally manned, versatile cross-domain fires capability. The CAML launcher platform will support cross-domain fires to include TLAMs, Patriot interceptors, MLRS Family of Munitions (MFOM), IFPC interceptors, and in the future the Blackbeard Ground Launch (GL) missile. MFOM, Blackbeard GL and IFPC launch capability will reside in the CAML-Medium (7.5 ton chassis) while the CAML-Heavy (15 ton chassis) will support additional TLAM and PAC-3 MSE capability.

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"They have probably a #PATRIOT Bn [worth].. Some of this is being used to protect static sites.. others are being moved around and doing some really historic things..One of them is a #SAMbush.. stretching the very edges..to engage the first A-50 system back in Jan" (🎥US Army)

"They have probably a #PATRIOT Bn [worth].. Some of this is being used to protect static sites.. others are being moved around and doing some really historic things..One of them is a #SAMbush.. stretching the very edges..to engage the first A-50 system back in Jan" (🎥US Army)

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Sling Blade Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems. ⤵️

Sling Blade Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems. ⤵️

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Sounds like the US Air Force E-7 Wedgetail platform purchase is back on track. ⤵️ "The E-7 is the replacement for the E-3 [AWACS]..The E-2 [D] is a great platform but it is not in the same class. We have 2 Rapid Prototype jets on contract and funded. We have contracts in place for five more EMD platforms and the Department is committing to work with you [Congress] to figure out how to adjust the 2027 budget submission to fund the E-7 [procurement] and work the 28 (FY-2028) going forward. " ~ Dr. Troy Meink Secretary of the US Air Force (Apr 30, 2026)

Sounds like the US Air Force E-7 Wedgetail platform purchase is back on track. ⤵️ "The E-7 is the replacement for the E-3 [AWACS]..The E-2 [D] is a great platform but it is not in the same class. We have 2 Rapid Prototype jets on contract and funded. We have contracts in place for five more EMD platforms and the Department is committing to work with you [Congress] to figure out how to adjust the 2027 budget submission to fund the E-7 [procurement] and work the 28 (FY-2028) going forward. " ~ Dr. Troy Meink Secretary of the US Air Force (Apr 30, 2026)

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"Northrop Grumman’s kinetic CUAS solution combines the Mobile-Acquisition Cueing and Effector (M-ACE) platform, Advanced Ammunition and the Bushmaster Chain Gun. Built for rapid deployment, this system is ideal for protecting high-value assets in challenging locations. Fielded and ready now, MACE and Agnostic Gun Truck (AGT) deliver an end-to-end solution across the entire kill chain– from detection to defeat" ~ Northrop Grumman

"Northrop Grumman’s kinetic CUAS solution combines the Mobile-Acquisition Cueing and Effector (M-ACE) platform, Advanced Ammunition and the Bushmaster Chain Gun. Built for rapid deployment, this system is ideal for protecting high-value assets in challenging locations. Fielded and ready now, MACE and Agnostic Gun Truck (AGT) deliver an end-to-end solution across the entire kill chain– from detection to defeat" ~ Northrop Grumman

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The US Army leased back to Israel both of its Iron Dome batteries a few years ago. Whether one of those is what wound its way into the UAE is worth tracking.

The US Army leased back to Israel both of its Iron Dome batteries a few years ago. Whether one of those is what wound its way into the UAE is worth tracking.

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Black Dagger (Boosted Zombie) target missile system tested at White Sands Missile Range, 7 June 2018. (📹US Army)

Black Dagger (Boosted Zombie) target missile system tested at White Sands Missile Range, 7 June 2018. (📹US Army)

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"During the flight over the Pacific Ocean west of California, the X-43A set the world speed record for a jet-powered aircraft, reaching Mach 9.6. The mission originated from NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California. After the first flight attempt in June 2001 failed when the booster rocket went out of control, the second and third attempts resulted in highly successful, record-breaking flights. Mach 6.8 was reached on March 27, 2004, and Mach 9.6 was achieved in the final flight on Nov. 16, 2004" ~ NASA

"During the flight over the Pacific Ocean west of California, the X-43A set the world speed record for a jet-powered aircraft, reaching Mach 9.6. The mission originated from NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California. After the first flight attempt in June 2001 failed when the booster rocket went out of control, the second and third attempts resulted in highly successful, record-breaking flights. Mach 6.8 was reached on March 27, 2004, and Mach 9.6 was achieved in the final flight on Nov. 16, 2004" ~ NASA

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Zone 5 Rusty Dagger. #AffordableMass

Zone 5 Rusty Dagger. #AffordableMass

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I don't claim to have the deep expertise of Jakub but unless one just woke up from a coma, the primary military objectives of Epic Fury have been clearly laid out by those executing the campaign. Several times. They were laid out in the Feb. 28 address from POTUS and highlighted by Admiral Cooper a few days ago as well. That is what the sorties and combat power is being devoted to accomplish.

I don't claim to have the deep expertise of Jakub but unless one just woke up from a coma, the primary military objectives of Epic Fury have been clearly laid out by those executing the campaign. Several times. They were laid out in the Feb. 28 address from POTUS and highlighted by Admiral Cooper a few days ago as well. That is what the sorties and combat power is being devoted to accomplish.

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"The SIGMA Mobile Tactical Cannon is the only mobile artillery system built for the U.S. Army and Large-Scale Combat Operations that is built in America today. Designed and manufactured in South Carolina, SIGMA delivers long-range precision fires, rapid deployment, and advanced automation in a highly maneuverable 155mm mobile howitzer platform" ~ Elbit America

"The SIGMA Mobile Tactical Cannon is the only mobile artillery system built for the U.S. Army and Large-Scale Combat Operations that is built in America today. Designed and manufactured in South Carolina, SIGMA delivers long-range precision fires, rapid deployment, and advanced automation in a highly maneuverable 155mm mobile howitzer platform" ~ Elbit America

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U.S. Marines conduct a live-fire range with the Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS) during the Integrated Air and Missile Defense event as a part of Exercise Balikatan 25 at Naval Station Leovigildo Gantioqui, Philippines, April 26, 2025. (📹Iyer Ramakrishna)

U.S. Marines conduct a live-fire range with the Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS) during the Integrated Air and Missile Defense event as a part of Exercise Balikatan 25 at Naval Station Leovigildo Gantioqui, Philippines, April 26, 2025. (📹Iyer Ramakrishna)

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