Russian Arms Sellers Exude Optimism
06/05/2011
06/05/2011 In his final piece from his recent visit to Russia, Richard Weitz highlights a Russian perspective on their future role in the global arms business.
Preserving Israeli Air Superiority
06/04/2011
06/04/2011 Prudence dictates that the decision to terminate F-22 production be re-examined. Giving 20 Raptors on an urgent basis to Israel begins that entire process.
Renewed Fighting in Sudan
06/03/2011
06/03/2011 An SLD backgrounder on the situation in Sudan.
European Airpower At a Turning Point
06/03/2011
06/02/2011 The conjunction of the Libyan campaign and the Indian downselect constitute a core turning point for the future of European airpower.
Listening to the Israeli Air Chief
06/03/2011
05/27/2011 The Israeli Air chief made it clear that building fifth generation air power was the foundation for Israeli security.
Russian Views on European Missile Defense
06/03/2011
06/03/2011 Richard Weitz's third report from Russia focuses upon Russian views on European Missile Defense. There is no easy answer even with a "reset" in relations.
The Indian Decision in the Fighter Competition
06/02/2011
06/02/2011 - The editor of a prominent Indian defense magazine discusses the Indian decision not to downselect American fighters.
A New Approach to Airlift and Tanking
06/01/2011
06/01/2011 True life cycle cost comparison is rooted in fleet productivity and associated costs of alternative aircraft fleets in operation.