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US Transport Command Says Short of Sealift Ships, Tankers

US Transport Command Says Short of Sealift Ships, Tankers

Much of the U.S. military’s fleet of refueling aircraft is old — the newest KC-135 Stratotanker, for instance, was built in 1965. And sealift ships available to the U.S. military are also nearing the time when they’ll be expected to retire.

“When I look at the capabilities that Transcom has, I l…

Sikorsky Wins Order for Nine Additional CH-53K Helicopters

Sikorsky Wins Order for Nine Additional CH-53K Helicopters

STRATFORD, Conn. — Prioritizing affordability and utilizing advanced manufacturing techniques, Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, will build nine additional CH-53K aircraft at a lower unit price than previous lot buys, resulting in significant savings for the U.S. government and taxpayers. The c…
S. Korea Wants Six Phalanx CIWS for Naval Ships

S. Korea Wants Six Phalanx CIWS for Naval Ships

WASHINGTON — South Korea is seeking to purchase six close-in weapon systems (CIWS) for its naval ships from the United States, U.S. congressional records showed Thursday.

CIWS is a ship-based gun designed to detect and destroy short-range incoming missiles and enemy aircraft that have penetrate…

US Delivers Two of Four Black Hawk Helicopters to Croatia

US Delivers Two of Four Black Hawk Helicopters to Croatia

This morning, the United States delivered two UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters at Zagreb Airport. The arrival of the U.S. Black Hawk weapon system, valued at 360 million Kuna, will contribute to Croatia’s growing defense capabilities and military preparedness in support of NATO. The Black Hawk provides…
Philippine BrahMos Missile Deal Signals Pushback Against China

Philippine BrahMos Missile Deal Signals Pushback Against China

SAN FRANCISCO — Philippines leaders are moving to purchase sophisticated anti-ship cruise missiles in what analysts see as a sign of new resolve to stand up to China in a maritime dispute and to pivot further toward Manila’s traditional ally, the United States.

The Philippines made deals in Jan…


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