U.S. Navy Awards Pratt & Whitney $2.9 Billion Engine Contract
The U.S. Navy has awarded a contract modification to Pratt & Whitney valued at nearly $2.9 billion for the production of additional engines for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter. This…
NASA’s X-59 Ready for Historic First Flight After Ground Tests
NASA’s X-59 quiet supersonic research aircraft is poised to make its historic first flight later this year. The aircraft recently underwent ground tests at Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works facility in…
Lockheed Martin to Establish Research Lab in the Philippines
Lockheed Martin has announced plans to establish a prominent research laboratory in the Philippines as part of a strengthened technical collaboration with the nation and Southern Methodist University (SMU) in…
New GMARS Rocket System Successfully Test-Fired in New Mexico
A new era in rocket artillery has begun as the Global Mobile Artillery Rocket System (GMARS) successfully completed its first test firing in New Mexico. On August 7, 2025, defense…
Why the Iconic Panavia Tornado is Retiring from Service
The Panavia Tornado, a versatile multirole fighter developed during the Cold War, is nearing the end of its operational life as nations transition to more advanced aircraft. Despite its rich…
U.S. Fighter Jet Production Surges as Military Modernizes Fleet
The United States remains a global leader in fighter jet production, with major manufacturers like Boeing and Lockheed Martin at the forefront. In 2025, these companies are expected to produce…