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Author: Shaun McDougall

rendering of a maritime patrol aircraft flying over frozen waters in the Arctic
Defense / Military Aircraft / North America

Canada Considering P-8A Purchase from Boeing

February 28, 2023February 28, 2023 - by Shaun McDougall

Canadian Defence Minister Anita Anand recently traveled to the U.S. to meet with Boeing officials to discuss military programs, and reports suggest topics included the potential sale of 14 P-8A …

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Budget Data / Defense

Meet the B-21 Raider

January 19, 2023January 20, 2023 - by Shaun McDougall

For a comprehensive view of the impact of the B-21 Raider, Conference Appropriations Bill Air Force Aircraft Funding is a good place to start. B-21 Raider funding is ramping up …

Meet the B-21 Raider Read More
Javelin missile production line
Defense / Land Systems / Missiles / North America

Congress Gives Go-Ahead for Multiyear Munitions Buys

December 15, 2022December 15, 2022 - by Shaun McDougall

The war in Ukraine has had a significant impact on U.S. munitions stockpiles, and lawmakers are taking action to make it easier for the Pentagon to replenish those munitions. Washington …

Congress Gives Go-Ahead for Multiyear Munitions Buys Read More
U.S. Navy warship sails in blue water on a cloudy day
Defense / Naval Systems / North America

Defense Policy Bill Adds Third Destroyer, Boosts Amphib Funding

December 8, 2022December 8, 2022 - by Shaun McDougall

The FY23 National Defense Authorization Act released by Congress this week recommends adding $4.7 billion to the FY23 budget for Navy shipbuilding programs, which would lift the shipbuilding account to …

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A missile launcher mounted on a military truck
Europe / North America / War in Ukraine

White House Seeks Additional $38 Billion for Ukraine

November 16, 2022November 16, 2022 - by Shaun McDougall

The White House has asked Congress to approve an additional $37.7 billion in aid for Ukraine. The package includes $21.7 billion in security assistance that would flow through the Pentagon, …

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a military helicopter sits on a runway
Defense / Featured / North America

How FY23 Defense Legislation Will Impact DoD Acquisition Programs

September 26, 2022September 26, 2022 - by Shaun McDougall

So far this year, four defense committees in Congress have put their own unique spin on the FY23 defense budget while taking the administration’s request and other funding recommendations into …

How FY23 Defense Legislation Will Impact DoD Acquisition Programs Read More
a missile is fired from a launcher on the ground near water and rocky terrain
Defense / Europe / North America / War in Ukraine

U.S. Aid Continues to Flow into Ukraine

September 9, 2022November 14, 2022 - by Shaun McDougall

The U.S. on Thursday announced a $675 million security assistance package for Ukraine, marking the 20th time the Biden administration has utilized drawdown authority to transfer existing U.S. equipment into …

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U.S. Navy warships transit the Philippine Sea in formation
Defense / Naval Systems / North America

New Details Emerge about U.S. Navy’s Desired Fleet Size

July 28, 2022July 28, 2022 - by Shaun McDougall

Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Michael Gilday released a public version of his 2022 Navigation Plan (NAVPLAN) that includes details of the Navy’s desire for a fleet of 373 battle …

New Details Emerge about U.S. Navy’s Desired Fleet Size Read More
Defense / Featured / Naval Systems

U.S. Shipbuilding Budget Exceeds $30 Billion

June 24, 2022June 24, 2022 - by Shaun McDougall

U.S. shipbuilding spending is about to drastically increase, with a projected budget of $30.1 billion for the next five years as opposed to the $24.1 billion spent in the past …

U.S. Shipbuilding Budget Exceeds $30 Billion Read More
Defense / Featured / North America

Senate Panel Recommends $45 Billion Increase for Defense

June 24, 2022November 28, 2022 - by Shaun McDougall

The Senate Armed Services Committee released a proposed defense policy bill that would increase defense spending by $45 billion in FY23, which would bring the Pentagon budget up to $817.3 …

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