NASA Armstrong marks 80 years of flight research, linking the X-1 era to X-59 quiet supersonic testing and Artemis aircraft support.

NASA moved SR-71 tail 844 into a hangar as former engineers assess a possible return to flight, reviving interest in high-speed research.

Russia warns NATO it could use nuclear weapons if Kaliningrad is isolated, escalating Baltic tensions as NATO says its activities remain defensive.

Boeing receives $26.2M to migrate F-15E Mission Training Center computers to Windows 11 and meet U.S. Defense Department cybersecurity requirements.

Raytheon receives a $50.1 million Navy order for 98 repairs supporting the EA-18G Growler's Next Generation Jammer Mid-Band system.

France will deploy troops, radar and defense systems to protect Saudi Arabia's Yanbu energy hub after missile and drone attacks threaten a key oil route.

A U.S. Air Force F-16 crashed at Spangdahlem in Germany during approach after training. The pilot ejected safely as an investigation begins.

Greek-operated Patriot intercepted a ballistic missile and drone near Yanbu, highlighting European air defense support for Saudi energy infrastructure.

Stark Aerospace receives a $114 million Navy contract modification for MK 25 Mod 1 canisters supporting the MK 41 VLS through 2030.

NASA, DARPA and BAE Systems are using X-planes to test supersonic flight, hybrid propulsion and future combat-air technologies in the drone era.

The U.S. approved a possible $24.3B F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia, covering 48 fighters, 49 engines and support equipment.

Raytheon receives a $105.6 million AMRAAM parts contract supporting U.S. and allied air forces, with work continuing through August 2027.