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C-27J Reemerges Despite AF’s Boneyard Plans

By Michael Hoffman on Thursday, May 16th, 2013

C-27J Reemerges Despite AF’s Boneyard Plans

Air Force issues request for proposals to procure more of the controversial cargo aircraft despite plans to send the C-27J fleet to the boneyard.

Generals: ‘Human Domain’ Will Dictate Future Wars

By Michael Hoffman on Tuesday, May 14th, 2013

Generals: ‘Human Domain’ Will Dictate Future Wars

In its first policy offering, Strategic Landpower Task Force defends the need for Army, Marine Corps and Special Operations Forces from budget cuts.

Navy Leaders Try to Rescue LCS From Its Own Report

By Michael Hoffman on Thursday, May 9th, 2013

Navy Leaders Try to Rescue LCS From Its Own Report

Vice Adm. Richard Hunt, head of the LCS Council, spoke with reporters Wednesday to explain the steps taken to address problems found in the Navy’s LCS report.

550 Marines Move to Spain to Join AFRICOM

By Michael Hoffman on Thursday, April 25th, 2013

550 Marines Move to Spain to Join AFRICOM

Amos told Congress Thursday the Marine Corps will temporarily station 550 Marines in Spain to support AFRICOM.

Ford (CVN 78) Flight Deck Timelapse

By Michael Hoffman on Thursday, April 25th, 2013

Hagel: War budget proposal coming soon

By Michael Hoffman on Wednesday, April 17th, 2013

Hagel: War budget proposal coming soon

Pentagon leaders delayed their OCO budget proposal until they have a better idea on what troop levels will be in 2014.

Gone in 60 Seconds

By Michael Hoffman on Friday, April 12th, 2013

Amos: Replace LSD amphib fleet with LPDs

By Michael Hoffman on Tuesday, April 9th, 2013

Amos: Replace LSD amphib fleet with LPDs

Marine Corps commandant recommends the LPD serve as the LSD replacement soon after commissioning the Arlington.

Army, industry slam CBO’s scathing GCV report

By Michael Hoffman on Thursday, April 4th, 2013

Army, industry slam CBO’s scathing GCV report

Defense companies with Ground Combat Vehicle development contracts claim the Congressional Budget Office didn’t analyze the correct model for its study.

Report: GCV is worst choice to replace Bradley

By Michael Hoffman on Wednesday, April 3rd, 2013

Report: GCV is worst choice to replace Bradley

Congressional Budget Office issues a report that blasts Ground Combat Vehicle listing alternative vehicles as better options for the Army.

Colorado, Florida come to Embraer’s defense

By Michael Hoffman on Wednesday, March 27th, 2013

Colorado, Florida come to Embraer’s defense

State lawmakers weigh in on the contentious light plane contract for the Afghan air force as the representatives try to ferry jobs to their respective districts.

‘Missile to nowhere’ survives

By Michael Hoffman on Tuesday, March 26th, 2013

‘Missile to nowhere’ survives

Congress includes $380 million in CR for MEADS in its final year of development even though Senate voted 94–5 to end funding for the controversial program.

Air Force issues a formal fantasy football RFI

By Michael Hoffman on Thursday, March 21st, 2013

Air Force issues a formal fantasy football RFI

The Air Force can’t pay for flying hours, tuition assistance or training because of sequestration but threatening fantasy football leagues is a bridge too far.

Lockheed VP retires amidst F-35 criticism

By Michael Hoffman on Wednesday, March 20th, 2013

Lockheed VP retires amidst F-35 criticism

Officials said the decision is purely for personal reasons. Aeronautics chief to be replaced by the head of the F-35 program.

Report: Navy considers cutting LCS fleet in half

By Michael Hoffman on Tuesday, March 19th, 2013

Report: Navy considers cutting LCS fleet in half

The head of Naval Suface Forces recommended the Navy re-evaluate the next flights of LCS in a classified report to the CNO.

Are fixed price contracts a fad?

By Michael Hoffman on Friday, March 15th, 2013

Are fixed price contracts a fad?

Frank Kendall, the Pentagon’s top weapon’s buyer, throws cold water on the growing belief that fixed price contracts can cure the military’s acquisition ills.

AF would protect tanker contract ‘no matter what’

By Michael Hoffman on Wednesday, March 13th, 2013

AF would protect tanker contract ‘no matter what’

Air Force acquisition officials stresses the need to end the continuing resolution to give leaders the ability to protect contracts like the fixed price tanker contract.

GAO: JSF’s affordability still a ‘major concern’

By Michael Hoffman on Tuesday, March 12th, 2013

GAO: JSF’s affordability still a ‘major concern’

Program failed to meet 30 percent of management objectives calling the fifth generation fighter a “financial risk.”

Donilon issues stern cyber warning to China

By Michael Hoffman on Tuesday, March 12th, 2013

Donilon issues stern cyber warning to China

U.S. National Security Adviser goes public with the White House’s concerns about the number of cyber attacks hitting the U.S. from China shores.

AFCENT removes drone strike public records

By Michael Hoffman on Friday, March 8th, 2013

AFCENT removes drone strike public records

With the Pentagon and CIA under pressure to release more drone information, U.S. Air Force removes statistics from monthly airpower statistics.

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