AM General Counters JLTV Funding Threat with Transition Woes
AM General is pushing back on lawmakers' plans to cut funding for the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) program, citing the complexities of transitioning major defense production from one manufacturer to another. The company attributes delivery delays to a tough handoff, inheriting an uncertain technical baseline and…
#DefenseIndustry #JointLightTacticalVehicle #Jltv #SupplyChain #MilitaryProcurement
Congress Backs $1.5B White House Bid for E-7 Wedgetail Funding
Congress is throwing its weight behind the White House's $1.5 billion bid to fund the E-7 Wedgetail program, a move that could give the project a flying start. The funding boost would come from reallocating resources from the Navy's E-2 procurement account and the Air Force's classified special update programs.
#E7Wedgetail #UsCongress #WhiteHouse #DefenseBudget #MilitaryProcurement
L3Harris Converts Qatar Gift into Bridge Air Force One Amid Delays
In just 10 months, L3Harris transformed a gifted Boeing 747-8i into a cutting-edge bridge jet, VC-25B, by deploying a 24/7 team to meet an ambitious deadline tied to Qatar's Independence Day celebrations. The rapid conversion showcases L3Harris's impressive scale and expertise as the world's largest non-OEM integrator of aircraft.
#UsGovernment #AirForceOne #Aviation #MilitaryProcurement #Vc25b
Air Force Undermines A-10 Commitment
The Air Force's commitment to keeping the A-10 flying through 2030 is being undermined by its own budget, which allocates zero dollars for modernization and cuts depot maintenance, putting the fleet's future in jeopardy. This disconnect between promise and funding is slowing down rebuilding efforts, making them costlier and increasingly infeasible.
https://osintsights.com/air-force-undermines-a-10-commitment?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social
#UsMilitary #A10Modernization #AirForce #DefenseBudget #MilitaryProcurement
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Algeria receives first Su-34E fighter-bomber
The Algerian Air Force has received its first Su-34E fighter-bomber. The aircraft has a revised camouflage scheme following dissatisfaction with the previous earth-tone paint scheme.
Oshkosh Seeks to Fill Marine JLTV Readiness Gaps with New Bid
Oshkosh Defense is stepping up to help the Marine Corps bridge critical readiness gaps with its combat-proven JLTV A1, a production-ready vehicle that can be delivered quickly. By leveraging its existing production capabilities, Oshkosh aims to provide a reliable solution to the Marines' urgent need for a trusted vehicle.
#MarineCorps #Jltv #OshkoshDefense #SupplyChain #MilitaryProcurement
Marines Seek Anti-Drone Rifle Rounds That Break Into Multiple Projectiles
The Marines are on the hunt for a game-changing anti-drone solution - a special rifle round that shatters into multiple projectiles to take down enemy drones. This cutting-edge tech, known as the 5.56mm Drone Round 'L Variant', is the only one on the market that meets the Marine Corps' tough standards…
#CounterdroneTechnology #MilitaryProcurement #KineticMunition #CuasDefense #SolesourceContract
The militaries of at least 20 countries now rely on Ukrainian military technologies (including drones): 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6pryqt1dwY
#fzWebVideos #UkraineRussiaWar #MilitaryProcurement #DroneWarfare #WarLogistics
US Military Seeks Replacement for Aging C-146 Special Ops Transport Plane
The US Military is on the hunt for a next-generation transport plane to replace its aging C-146 Wolfhound, as the current fleet faces sustainment and range limitations despite being battle-proven. A successor is needed to keep special ops missions flying high.
#UsMilitary #SpecialOperations #C146Replacement #Aviation #MilitaryProcurement
UK Delays F-35 Software, Turns to US Glide Bombs
The UK Ministry of Defence has authorised the purchase of US-made glide bombs, known as GBU-53/B StormBreaker, to equip the F-35 with an interim stand-off capability until its own advanced SPEAR 3 system is ready. This move will enhance the F-35's firepower with a versatile 200-pound bomb that can glide up to 69 miles and track targets with radar,…
#F35 #MilitaryProcurement #ForeignMilitarySales #GlideBombs #SdbIi
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