Bold Alligator 2012: The USN-USMC Team Shapes the Future (Updated)
01/13/2012
The Second Line of Defense team recently visited the USN-USMC team planning for Bold Alligator 2012 which is kicked off later this month. More to come.
The Long Reach of Aegis
01/12/2012
Combining Aegis with the new Joint Strike Fighter will enhance coverage and lead to a global honeycomb of defensive capabilities….
The Frozen in Time 4
01/10/2012
Once again we hear that aircraft that cannot match up to the 21st century challenges are much better than the ones which can. Northern Edge 2011 provides a definitive statement.
Pakistan-US Relations: 2012
01/10/2012
Richard Weitz looks at the challenge of crafting a Pakistan strategy for the Obama Administration.
The Japanese F-35 Decision: A Building Block in A New Pacific Strategy
01/08/2012
The Japanese understand the opportunity to leverage the F-35 combat systems enterprise and is a key reason why the Japanese down selected the aircraft.
Saudi Arms Deal Fortifies US Regional Security Ties
01/08/2012
The recent F-15 sale to Saudi Arabia is considered in the larger context.
China and the North Korean Succession
01/07/2012
Richard Weitz looks at the challenge of North Korean succession and the PRC stake.
Turkey Orders Its First F-35s: Another Brick Falls Into Place (Updated)
01/06/2012
Partners and Allies continue to support the F-35; perhaps some of the Inside the Beltway folks might begin to get the point.