April 26, 2024

F-35s Perform Well Against Army in War Games

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No F-35 was “shot down” during the fighter jet’s first major participation in Green Flag exercises, but is not as maneuverable as F-22 or F-16.

Unmanned Doesn’t Mean Fewer Aircraft Jobs

It can take up to 150 people, from repairmen to analysts, to fly a drone over Iraq and Syria.

FAA Proposed Rules for Small UAS

The FAA has released its Notice of Proposed Rule Making, comments accepted through mid-April.

Maryland UAS Test Site Gets FAA Clearance

The University of Maryland’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Test Site in California, MD received a Certificate of from the FAA to fly the Talon 240 UAV.

Wind Farm Debate Continues

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The Somerset County Wind Farm debate continues after a 2-2 vote allows the project to move forward, but not necessarily to a final vote.

Hagel Seeks BRAC Cooperation

Mr. Hagel believes the Pentagon needs a strong partnership with Congress to achieve critical priorities including another round of BRAC base closures.

Sequester Rollback Chances Improve

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Sequester rollback is possible due to the ISIS fight, potential Republican control of the Senate, the falling budget deficit and the emerging Ebola threat.

MQ-4C Triton Arrives at Pax

An MQ-4C Triton Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) arrived at NAS Pax River with 2 more expected in the next few weeks.

To Bohanan – Education is the Key to Prosperity

John Bohanan finds himself repeating this key phrase as the completion of an educational vision of decades approaches fruition. Education lifts individuals and entire communities higher, like a rising tide.

The Top 20 UAS Manufacturers

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A photo review of the 20 UAS manufacturers considered as having the greatest potential impact in coming years.