March 29, 2024

Defense Revenue Up Nearly 8% From ’21

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Defense revenues of the top 100 defense companies climbed for a sixth consecutive year. Fiscal 2021 defense revenue for the Top 100 list totaled $595 billion, up nearly 8% from last year.

Navy TALSA East Is First for UAS Training

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The US Navy’s Training and Logistics Support Activity East officially opened last month. TALSA East is the first dedicated Navy facility for unmanned aircraft operators to complete SUAS training. The first official course in the new facility in Virginia Beach, VA, will begin August 8 for SkyRaider R80D.

New Kennel Keeps Military Dogs Close to Home

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NAS Patuxent River Security has a new Military Working Dog kennel. Before the kennel opened, the dogs assigned to Pax River were housed at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling more than 60 miles away. With a kennel at Pax, base security has improved its overall readiness and also cut logistical costs associated with housing and transporting the dogs off site.

Navy’s F-35C Passes Major Milestone

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The F-35C, the variant used by the US Navy passed a major milestone last week, when it achieved Initial Operational Capability, becoming the final variant of the jet to pass the requirements.

Multi-domain Warfare: Name of the Game

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Aerial combat is now truly 3-D, as multi-domain warfare adds new dimensions.

Canada’s Exit Raises JSF Price

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With Canada out, only eight counties remain to develop the Joint Strike Fighter, making each JSF price higher for everyone else.

F-35 Ejection Debate: Helmets or Pilot Height?

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Debate continues over whether the heavier helmet or the size of the pilot is at issue with neck injuries risks associated with the F-35 ejection seat.