Face Coverings Now Required on All DoD Property
DefSec Mark Esper: All people on DoD property, installations, and facilities must wear cloth face coverings.
F-35 Called Safe, Despite Wrong Bolts
DoD’s acquisition chief says the F-35 fleet is safe to fly, despite an unknown number of under-strength bolts in critical areas of the jet. Neither the Pentagon nor Lockheed know how many aircraft are affected.
25% Cut to DoD Support Agencies Proposed
Thornberry’s proposed 25% cut to DoD would impact “fourth estate” agencies supported by 200,000 civilians and 600,000 contractors, at a cost of more than $100 billion per year.
Google Facing EU Antitrust Charges
Google has run afoul of the European Union’s tough antitrust regulations. Charges believed to be forthcoming.
Weapons Programs Slowdown in DoD Budget Plan
the Pentagon’s $584 billion budget plan for 2017-2021 contains significant slowdowns in some weapons programs, specifically the Long-Range Strike Bomber.
Norway Looks Solid for F-35 Purchase Commitment
A leaked document indicates Norway remains committee to F-35 procurement as its first model rolled off the Lockheed Martin line Tuesday.
Navy is the Best Situated Service for FY14
Part of the Navy’s strong budget position is forward thinking cyber capabilities, cyberwarfare is seen as the nation’s most serious threat by national security leaders.
Local Aviator Calls for Halt of F35-B
Not all F35s are equal; Chip Dudderar says the Marine’s version should be scrapped while testing proceeds on the Air Force and Navy models.
