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Turkey: The Next Aircraft Carrier Superpower?

Summary: Turkey is advancing its naval capabilities by developing its second aircraft carrier, following the commissioning of the TCG Anadolu, a...

yesterday 1

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

Nimitz-Class Navy Aircraft Carrier George Washington Is Headed Everywhere

Summary: The USS George Washington (CVN-73), a Nimitz-class supercarrier of the United States Navy, has embarked on a significant deployment from...

yesterday 1

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

Singapore Is Becoming a Submarine Powerhouse

Summary: The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) has recently launched the RSS Inimitable, a Type 218SG Invincible-class diesel-electric submarine, at...

yesterday 1

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

U.S. Navy Iowa-Class Battleship USS Missouri's 'Comeback' Is Almost Complete

Summary: The preservation of historic battleships, such as the USS Missouri (BB-63) and the USS New Jersey (BB-62), highlights the ongoing challenge...

yesterday 1

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

Mojave: How Aircraft Carriers Could Become Drone Carriers

Summary: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) recently conducted a successful live-fire test of its Mojave unmanned aircraft system (UAS) in...

yesterday 1

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

The SR-71 Blackbird Could Hit Mach 3.56 and Outrun 4,000 Missiles

Summary: The Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird, renowned for its exceptional speed, held the title of the world's fastest and highest-flying production...

yesterday 10

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

The B-21 Raider Has a Problem That Might Not Be Solvable

Summary: The U.S. Air Force is considering limiting its purchase of the Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider to 100 units amid concerns of rapid technological...

yesterday 7

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

Are Boeing’s F-15EX Eagle II and F/A-18E/F Fighters in Jeopardy?

Summary: Boeing faces a challenging year in 2024, marked by a series of setbacks including a safety incident with an Alaska Airlines 737 Max and a...

previous day 7

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

P-8A Poseidon: The Aircraft Built to Hunt Russian and Chinese Submarines

Summary: In April, Beijing criticized a U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon's flight through the Taiwan Strait, labeling it provocative. The P-8A, a...

previous day 5

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

The U.S. Navy Sold Two Aircraft Carriers for Just a Penny Each

Summary: Despite the affordability of retired U.S. Navy aircraft carriers—sold for as little as one cent—the USS Kitty Hawk and USS John F....

previous day 8

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

Russias's Sierra II-Class Has Titanium Twin-Pressure Hulls the U.S. Navy Can't Match

Summary: The U.S. ceased domestic production of titanium sponge by 2020, now heavily reliant on imports, predominantly from Japan. Titanium's...

previous day 8

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

From World Wars to Stealth Fighters: No. 80 Squadron's New Role in F-35 Security

Summary: At Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, the Royal Air Force (RAF) and Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) recently reactivated No. 80 Squadron, a...

previous day 6

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

5 Deadliest Attack Drones on Planet Earth

Unmanned aerial systems (UAS), also known as "drones," have proven to be game changers in recent years – destroying enemy tanks and warships in the...

previous day 10

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

China's H-20 is No B-21 Raider Stealth Bomber

Summary: The Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider is set to enter service by the end of this decade, showcasing advanced U.S. military capabilities. -In...

previous day 9

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

More F-35 and F-16 Fighters Are Headed to Russia's Doorstep

Summary: Romania is bolstering its air force capabilities by replacing Soviet-era MiG-21s with advanced F-35 and F-16 fighters. In 2023, Romania...

tuesday 8

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

China's J-20 Stealth Fighter Could Soon Be Headed to the Middle East

Summary: In 2020, the UAE's decision to normalize relations with Israel was seen as a step toward Middle East stability, but complications arose due...

tuesday 10

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

I Study War for a Living: No One Is Sure if the Era of the Tank Is Over

Summary: Russia's Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu reported that tank production has ramped up significantly at an Omsk factory, exceeding targets to...

tuesday 9

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

North Korea Continues to Rattle Sabers with Short-Range Missiles Launches

North Korea continues to be the kid in the back of the class who isn’t the largest or toughest, is far from the smartest or most successful, and is...

tuesday 8

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

Ready for War: Why B-52 Stratofortress Bombers Landed at a Civilian Airport

Travelers at Chennault International Airport, outside of Lake Charles, Louisiana, were treated to a rare sight as two United States Air Force B-52...

tuesday 10

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

The F-4 Phantom Fighter Is Slowly Fading Away

During live-fire drills earlier this month, some of the last of the F-4 Phantom II aircraft still in service with the Republic of Korea Air Force...

tuesday 10

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

F-16 Fighter Sale to Argentina Could Help Drive China Out of Latin America

The Monroe Doctrine took form in 1823, and it remained central to American grand strategy throughout the 20th century. The Doctrine opposed European...

22.04.2024 10

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

The U.S. Army's M10 Booker Combat Vehicle Has Arrived

Summary: The U.S. Army recently introduced the M10 Booker Combat Vehicle, a highly advanced direct-fire combat vehicle designed to bolster light...

22.04.2024 10

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

Russia's Tu-22M3 Bomber Disaster Is Just Beginning

Summary: Ukriane has successfully downed a Russian Tu-22M3 bomber, marking the first such loss for Russia in the Ukraine war. The Tu-22M3, used by...

19.04.2024 10

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

Stealth Elephant Walk: The Air Force Sent 60 Percent of Its B-2 Bombers Into the Sky

Summary: On April 15, 2024, nearly two-thirds of the United States Air Force's fleet of Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit bombers participated in a historic...

19.04.2024 10

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

F-35: Still the Most Capable Combat Aircraft if it Can’t Be Used in Combat?

Summary: The Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II program has faced significant hurdles with its Block 4 upgrades, leading the U.S. Department of Defense...

18.04.2024 10

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

A Pair of B-1B Lancer Bombers Just Landed on Russia's Doorstep

Summary: The B-1B Lancer, a key asset in the U.S. Air Force's strategic bomber fleet, continues to demonstrate its operational versatility and...

18.04.2024 20

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Peter Suciu

AI Top Gun?: Autonomous F-16 Just Took Part in a Dogfight With Manned Fighter

Hollywood might have the plot for Top Gun 3 – it would see Pete "Maverick" Mitchell flying against an autonomous aircraft to show that even a...

18.04.2024 10

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

Russia's Mach 2.82 MiG-31 Fighter Is Making the Ultimate Comeback

Summary: The MiG-31, known as the "Foxhound" by NATO, continues to be a pivotal component of the Russian Aerospace Forces despite its age, thanks to...

18.04.2024 9

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

Lockheed Martin Scores Massive $17 Billon Deal to Upgrade U.S. Missile Defenses from ICBM Attack

Aerospace and defense giant Lockheed Martin has secured a $17 billion contract from the U.S. Missile Defense Agency (MDA) to develop the Next...

18.04.2024 7

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Peter Suciu

Analysis: The Navy's Columbia-Class Submarine Is Becoming a Nightmare

Summary: The U.S. Navy's Columbia-class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines, intended to replace the aging Ohio-class, face significant...

18.04.2024 8

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

Destroying Houthi and Iranian Missiles Has Cost $1 Billion

Summary: The U.S. Navy has spent approximately $1 billion countering missile and drone attacks from Iran and the Tehran-backed Houthis in the Middle...

18.04.2024 8

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

Ukraine Is Making Sure Putin's Forces in Crimea Pay a Heavy Price

Videos have been circulating on social media on Wednesday morning that purported to show a fire raging at the Dzhankoi Air Base in northern Crimea...

18.04.2024 9

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

AUKUS Nuclear-Powered SSN Submarine Could be a Drone Mothership

17.04.2024 7

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

B-21 Raider: The Old 'Battleship' of the 21st Century?

Summary: The U.S. Air Force recently indicated potential cost reductions for the B-21 Raider, its next-generation stealth bomber, with fiscal...

17.04.2024 6

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

USS Wisconsin: This U.S. Navy Iowa-Class Battleship Is Now 80 Years Old

Summary: The USS Wisconsin (BB-64), an Iowa-class battleship, celebrated its 80th "Oak Anniversary" with a time capsule ceremony in Norfolk, Virginia....

17.04.2024 10

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

The U.S. Air Force May Only Get 100 B-21 Raider Stealth Bombers

Summary: The U.S. Air Force may limit its acquisition of the Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider to 100 aircraft, according to recent statements by senior...

17.04.2024 10

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

The U.S. Navy Used its SM-3 Interceptor Missile for the First Time

United States Navy warships fired the RIM-161 Standard Missile 3 (SM-3) ship-based surface-to-air interceptor missile for the first time in combat...

17.04.2024 9

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

Ukrainian Drones Destroyed One of Three Beriev Be-200s

Summary: Russia's ongoing conflict in Ukraine has led to the loss of numerous aircraft, including a Beriev Be-200 from its fleet, which suffered...

16.04.2024 10

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

Charles de Gaulle: France's Aircraft Carrier Is Now a 'NATO' Aircraft Carrier

Summary: The French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle, named after the former president known for his independent stance from NATO, will soon operate...

16.04.2024 9

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

F-35: The $2 Trillion Fighter Plane with Problems

Summary: The Government Accountability Office (GAO) reports the lifetime cost of the F-35 Lightning II is now projected to exceed $2 trillion, a rise...

16.04.2024 10

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

What Happens If a "Carrier Killer" Missile Hits a U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier?

Summary: The vulnerability of U.S. Navy nuclear-powered aircraft carriers to "carrier killer" missiles developed by China and Russia raises concerns...

16.04.2024 9

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

China's B-21 Raider: The Xi'an H-20 Stealth Bomber Is Coming

Summary: China is on the brink of unveiling its highly anticipated Xi'an H-20 stealth bomber, a move that could significantly shift the strategic...

15.04.2024 5

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

The Navy's F/A-18E/F Super Hornet Fighter Now Has the 'Stormbreaker'

Summary: The F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, a mainstay of the U.S. Navy, has recently been enhanced with a significant capability upgrade, making it the...

15.04.2024 20

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

USS Boxer: The U.S. Navy Warship That Wins Awards and Now Won't Sail

Summary: The USS Boxer (LHD-4), a Wasp-class amphibious assault ship of the United States Navy, recently garnered seven prestigious Navy-wide awards,...

15.04.2024 6

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

The U.S. Navy's Constellation-class Frigate Nightmare Has Arrived

Summary: The U.S. Navy marked a significant milestone with the keel laying of the future USS Constellation (FFG-62) in Marinette, Wisconsin. This...

15.04.2024 3

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

China's Submarines Have the Abilty to Now 'Track' U.S. Navy Aircraft Carriers

Summary: In 2015, a Chinese Kilo-class submarine was reported to have tracked the USS Ronald Reagan, a U.S. Nimitz-class nuclear-powered supercarrier,...

15.04.2024 6

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

F-22 Raptors, F-35s and F-15 Fighters Take Part in Massive 'Elephant Walk'

Summary: Last week, the U.S. Air Force demonstrated its formidable air power at Kadena Air Base, Japan, by performing an "elephant walk," a strategic...

14.04.2024 9

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

Russian Forces in Ukraine Are Now Using Kalashnikov AMB-17 Assault Rifles

Summary: Russian forces in Ukraine are now testing the Kalashnikov AMB-17, a modern, integrally suppressed assault rifle designed for special...

13.04.2024 10

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

The Air Force Has Few F-22 Raptor Fighters (One Just Got Messed Up)

Summary: A Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor experienced a nose gear issue upon landing at Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, marking a less-than-ideal return of...

13.04.2024 10

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

Suffren-Class: France Now Has One of Best Nuclear Submarines on Earth

Summary: The French Marine Nationale has officially welcomed the Duguay-Trouin, the second Suffren-class nuclear-powered attack submarine, into active...

13.04.2024 10

The National Interest

Peter Suciu

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