US Army

General Atomics to Pitch Modified Gray Eagle Drone as FARA Alternative

General Atomics has offered a modified version of the MQ-1C Gray Eagle drone as a potential alternative to the US Army’s Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft.

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US Agrees to Pull Troops From Key Drone Host Niger: Officials

The US agreed to withdraw its more than 1,000 troops from Niger, upending its posture in West Africa where the country was home to a major drone base.

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US Navy Inaugurates Strategic Missions Facility Construction in Indiana

The US Navy has begun the construction of a new strategic missions facility at the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane Division in Indiana. The Strategic Systems Engineering Facility (SSEF) is a research and development site providing engineering and test capabilities to support the agency’s integrated systems. Solutions produced with the site’s assistance will be utilized under the US Department of Defense’s deterrence triad, which comprises intercontinental, submarine-launched, and aerial ballistic missiles. The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), the US Strategic Command (STRATCOM), and the Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) led the groundbreaking ceremony. “NAVSEA’s investment at NSWC Crane with the SSEF will provide crucial capabilities to help maximize the effectiveness of the sea-based leg of the strategic deterrence triad, the most survivable leg of the triad,” STRATCOM Commander Gen. Anthony Cotton stated. “The deterrence and combat capability USSTRATCOM provides is the bedrock of all operations and foundational to national and international security.” The US Army Corps of Engineers – Louisville District in Kentucky will oversee construction works at the SSEF. The facility is scheduled for completion by the end of 2025. Maintaining Strategic Systems Capabilities According to the US Navy, the SSEF is among the critical infrastructure projects being managed …

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Rockets Fired From Iraq at US-Led Coalition Base in Syria

Rockets were fired from northern Iraq at a military base in Syria housing a US-led coalition, according to Iraqi security forces.

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BAE Systems, Hanwha Team for US Army Ammo Factory Upgrade in Virginia

BAE Systems is collaborating with Hanwha Defense USA to upgrade a building at the US Army’s Radford Army Ammunition Plant.

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Ohio Company to Deliver Military Shelters to US Army

Ohio-based defense contractor HDT Global has received a $432-million contract to supply tactical tents to the US Army.

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L3Harris to Produce More Night Vision Goggles for US Army

L3Harris has signed a $256-million contract with the US Army for the production of the Enhanced Night Vision Goggle-Binocular (ENVG-B).

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US Army Breaks Ground on Logistics Facility in Pennsylvania

The US has commenced development of a new logistics facility for the Letterkenny Army Depot in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania.

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US Army National Guard to Receive Aviation Course From Leidos

Virginia-based defense company Leidos has signed a $13.7-million contract to provide aviation training for the US Army National Guard.

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US Army Launches ‘Safety Stand Up’ to Reverse ‘Trend’ of Helicopter Crashes

The US Army has ordered its aviation units to undergo additional safety training to refine their skills in avoiding fatal crashes.

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