April 23, 2024

Defense Cuts Could Cost Navy New Aircraft

F-35C JSF formation

Under sequestration, the Poseidon, Super Hornet and Joint Strike Fighter programs would all lose some new aircraft.

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A New Age of Aircraft Carriers?

aircraft carrier

China’s entry into the aircraft carrier club could change the balance of power in the Pacific.

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Maryland Companies on Edge with Sequestration

job cut scissors

Government and industry scramble to plan for automatic budget cuts.

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Gate 3 Closure Snarls Lexington Park Traffic

stop sign

Commissioners complain to base commander, who points to budget reductions by Washington.

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Is the New P-8A Sub Hunter Less Capable Than the Old P-3?

p-8a poseidon torpedo

The P-8A Poseidon has a smoother ride and better computers but no magnetic sensor.

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Rear Adm. Randy Mahr Takes Deputy Position with JSF

Rear Adm. Randy Mahr

NAWCAD commander will move to Virginia to serve in the Joint Strike Fighter program.

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White House Again Says No to Layoff Notices

pink slip

Another directive tells contractors not to issue layoff warnings ahead of sequestration.

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Panetta Will Take ‘Whatever the Hell Deal’ From Congress

Leon Panetta

Pentagon frustration mounts as sequestration cuts remain unresolved.

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Maryland to Lose $2.5 Billion to Sequestration?

dollar cut

Officials are estimating the impact of sequestration’s mandatory cuts on the state.

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VADM Dunaway Lays Out NAVAIR Priorities

Vice Adm. David A. Dunaway

Turnaround time, interoperability and cost reduction to drive Naval Air Systems Command at Pax River.

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