ATK is teamed with Airbus Defence and Space to build new capabilities for the Jordanian forces for their counter-terrorism missions. The current crisis in Iraq reminds one of the need to shape airpower transition strategies for allies seeking to build robust counter-insurgency capabilities.
Second Line of Defense has visited the USS America a month before it sets sail for its homeport in San Diego. The ship is a 21st century amphibious assault ship. It is designed to support new USMC aircraft and operational innovations with the Ground Combat Element.
The Centre for Military Studies has taken a hard look at the future of large UAVs for the Danish forces. Such systems may be part of the solution, but only if Denmark can leverage a coalition enabled ISR force.
The shift from a rotorcraft enabled ground force to a tiltrotar one is a significant one.
South Africa is hosting the Gripen users group this month, to share experience with other Gripen equipped Air Forces.
The THAAD deployment to Guam is an input to innovation in Pacific defense.
A new article in Front Line Defence highlights the key role of exercises and training in shaping 21st century Pacific defense forces.
The Williams Foundation has issued an overview of their seminar on Air Combat Operations 2025.
