Pratt to reduce future cost of F-35 engines; China’s new stealth-detecting radar; Italian Air Force, Virgin plan research mission and GPS OCX in testing.

It takes a long time to build an aircraft carrier but it’s worth the wait. Especially when the carrier is as advanced and capable as the Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78).

Pratt & Whitney reducing F-35 engine costs, Italian Air Force research with Virgin Galactic, operational near-space drones, the second phase of the Iris development program, aerospace acquisitions and more. A roundup of aerospace, space and defense news.

The DF-17 has much the same configuration as the DARPA Falcon HTV-2. Its gliding vehicle should extend range and challenge defenses with maneuvers.

Due to moderate oil prices and the relatively low level of technology of weapons involved in the attack, the effect on A&D is likely to be muted for now.

Bell unveils a new helicopter design, growing core ice threat, launch ops, new certification for drone airlines and more. A roundup of space, aerospace and defense news.

As the Nordic nation considers a replacement for its existing fighter squadrons, partnership with the U.S. offers more than a capable platform.

The UK is considering how to integrate more autonomous systems into carriers to increase combat radius and lethality.