NASA Armstrong marks 80 years of flight research, linking the X-1 era to X-59 quiet supersonic testing and Artemis aircraft support.

NASA moved SR-71 tail 844 into a hangar as former engineers assess a possible return to flight, reviving interest in high-speed research.

Boeing receives $26.2M to migrate F-15E Mission Training Center computers to Windows 11 and meet U.S. Defense Department cybersecurity requirements.

Russia warns NATO it could use nuclear weapons if Kaliningrad is isolated, escalating Baltic tensions as NATO says its activities remain defensive.

The F/A-18 Hornet vs F-35 Lightning II comparison explores how America’s legacy fighter stacks up against its stealth successor in performance, cost, and combat power.

Raytheon receives a $50.1 million Navy order for 98 repairs supporting the EA-18G Growler's Next Generation Jammer Mid-Band system.

A U.S. Air Force F-16 crashed at Spangdahlem in Germany during approach after training. The pilot ejected safely as an investigation begins.

Greek-operated Patriot intercepted a ballistic missile and drone near Yanbu, highlighting European air defense support for Saudi energy infrastructure.

Stark Aerospace receives a $114 million Navy contract modification for MK 25 Mod 1 canisters supporting the MK 41 VLS through 2030.

NASA, DARPA and BAE Systems are using X-planes to test supersonic flight, hybrid propulsion and future combat-air technologies in the drone era.

Raytheon receives a $105.6 million AMRAAM parts contract supporting U.S. and allied air forces, with work continuing through August 2027.

The U.S. approved a possible $24.3B F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia, covering 48 fighters, 49 engines and support equipment.