Defense Stocks Rise, Despite Fiscal Cliff Drama
The military’s fourth quarter rush to close contracts before sequestration has boosted defense stocks.
Retiring Ed Greer Takes Job at MILCorp
The former head of the Pentagon’s Development Test and Evaluation office has joined as COO.
Fuel Line Failure Causes F-35B Grounding
A vertical takeoff and landing model of the Joint Strike Fighter experienced a fueldrolic failure.
Hope Fading for Sequestration Deal in March
One representative says he doesn’t think Congress is capable of a deal.
Fire Scout Seen Improving in Full DOT&E Report
The full version of the Director of Operational Test & Evaluation’s 2012 report is now available online.
Read the Joint Strike Fighter DOT&E Report for Yourself
Lightning vulnerability, late software, high costs and lowered performance plague the aircraft.
JSF Cited for ‘Lack of Maturity’
The high-tech helmet isn’t ready, and the F-35B is developing cracks, according to the DOT&E report.
All DoD Workers Could Be Furloughed Under Latest Plan
Virtually all civilian defense employees would be furloughed if Congress doesn’t resolve sequestration by March.
The First F-35C Trainer Rolls off the Line
The Navy’s first stealth aircraft trainer will head to Florida to hone the skills of F-35C pilots.