Yearly Archive: 2020

Pentagon Releases Report on China Military Developments

Pentagon Releases Report on China Military Developments

The Department of Defense announces the release of its annual report on “Military and Security Developments Involving the People’s Republic of China.” The congressionally mandated report serves as an authoritative assessment on military and security developments involving the PRC.

This year’s re…

New Norwegian Satellite to Detect “Invisible” Boats

New Norwegian Satellite to Detect “Invisible” Boats

Norway is now working with the US to develop satellites in order to monitor the Norwegian seas. The satellites should be able to find ships that do not want to be spotted.

This autumn, a Norwegian satellite will be launched from French Guiana in South America. NORSAT-3 will provide support to the…

Boeing Delivers SOCOM’s First Next-Gen Chinook Helicopter

Boeing Delivers SOCOM’s First Next-Gen Chinook Helicopter

PHILADELPHIA — Boeing is delivering new technologies and performance improvements to U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) with the Block II Chinook helicopter. Boeing’s Philadelphia team recently delivered the first MH-47G Block II Chinook to SOCOM on time.

“This delivery marks a major step …

US Air Force Extends Service Life of C-5M Super Galaxy Fleet

US Air Force Extends Service Life of C-5M Super Galaxy Fleet

ROBINS AFB, Ga. — Ensuring the Air Force’s largest plane is able to operate for years to come isn’t a small feat, but the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s C-5M Super Galaxy Program Office is successfully leading efforts to keep the plane relevant and in the fight.

Standing as tall as a …

Citadel Wins $12M Contract to Autonomously Defeat Low-End Drones

Citadel Wins $12M Contract to Autonomously Defeat Low-End Drones

SAN DIEGO — The U.S. Government and Department of Defense has awarded Citadel Defense a $12.2M contract to defeat enemy drones on the battlefield and at covered locations in the United States. The decision to purchase Titan systems was made after extensive U.S. Government evaluation that assessed …
GA-ASI, Spain’s SENER to Develop New NATO Pod for MQ-9

GA-ASI, Spain’s SENER to Develop New NATO Pod for MQ-9

SAN DIEGO — Since General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and the engineering and technology firm SENER began collaborating in 2008, the international partnership has resulted in significant agreements regarding the MQ-9A Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) for Spain and its adaptation to …
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