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Governments around the world are scrambling to acquire hypersonic missiles, seen as the “must-have” weapon for winning future wars. Russia has used its Kh-47 Kinzhal hypersonic missile in combat against …
Hypersonic Weapons Programs Face Scrutiny After ARRW and HALO Setbacks Read More
The Air Force’s FY20 budget request totals $204.8 billion, reflecting a 5.4 percent increase over the $194.3 billion provided for the service in FY19. However, it is important to remember …
FY20 Budget Overview, Part 3: Air Force Programs Read Moreby Shaun McDougall, Military Markets Analyst, Forecast International. Lockheed Martin has been awarded a contract worth up to $480 million for the conduct of a Critical Design Review and to provide test …
U.S. Air Force Awards Hypersonic Weapon Contract as Pentagon Continues Broader Development Efforts Read More