Tag: military_aviation
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Media Monitor: Air Force's T-7 Red Hawk Training Jet Faces Undisclosed Issues
Breaking Defense reports the Air Force's new T-7 Red Hawk training jet has more problems than previously known, including weather restrictions and serious airworthiness risks, according to an investigation.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyMediaFederal GovernmentMilitaryTransportationArtificial IntelligenceComputers and Internet T-7 Red HawkAir ForceBoeingTraining JetAirworthinessMilitary AviationDefense IndustryBreaking DefenseBreaking Defence
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Iowa Native Maj. Brad Hovey Killed in B-52 Crash
Iowa native U.S. Air Force Maj. Brad Hovey died in a B-52 test flight crash near Edwards Air Force Base, California, on June 15, 2026. Governor Kim Reynolds expressed profound condolences for the pilot's sacrifice.
Politics and GovernmentConflictState GovernmentsMilitaryGeneral Politics Brad HoveyIowaEdwards Air Force BaseB-52 crashU.S. Air ForceMilitary AviationFatal AccidentIowa Governors Office
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Media Monitor: USA TODAY Reports B-52 Bomber Crash at Edwards Air Force Base
USA TODAY reports a U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base on June 15, according to military officials.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyMilitaryTransportationFederal Government U.S. Air ForceB-52 StratofortressAircraft crashEdwards Air Force BaseCaliforniaMilitary aviationJune 15USA TODAY
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports on Pentagon's Drone Push, AI Strategy, and Global Defense Deals
Breaking Defense reports on the Pentagon's "Drone Dominance" initiative, evolving AI and cyber defense strategies, and significant international defense procurements, including Ukraine aid and major weapons packages.
ConflictScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentBusinessMilitaryFederal GovernmentArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetEconomyEurope AICybersecurityDronesDefense SpendingInternational RelationsMilitary AviationResearch SecurityBreaking DefenseBreaking Defence
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports on Military Contracts, Drone Tech, and Cyber Force Budget
Breaking Defense is reporting on Air Force drone engine contracts, the Marine Corps' Harrier retirement, and a proposed $10 billion budget for a new U.S. Cyber Force.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyConflictFederal GovernmentTradeComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceRoboticsMilitary Air ForceMarine CorpsDrone TechnologyWeapon SalesCyber ForceMilitary AviationDefense ContractsBreaking Defense Daily
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Daily Reports on Naval Prototypes, Defense Tech, and Geopolitical Concerns
Breaking Defense Daily reports the Navy is advancing MUSV prototypes, new defense technologies are emerging, and geopolitical tensions are impacting events like the RIAT air show.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyConflictMilitaryFederal GovernmentEconomyEuropeMiddle East Naval PrototypesMilitary AviationMissile DefenseUnmanned SystemsNATODefense IndustryBreaking Defense Daily