The Joint Strike Fighter program has missed yet another deadline, with technical problems ruling out moving to full-scale production.
Pandemic Spending Demonstrates Disconnect in Pentagon’s Priorities
Pentagon officials used money provided for pandemic preparedness to support local jobs. This should mark the end of further stimulus funding for the Department of Defense.
The F-35’s $10 Billion Funding Gap
A new report indicates that the JSF will require an additional $10 billion beyond the amount officially claimed by the DoD.
Launch Competition Continues to Advantage Entrenched Contractors
The winners of the next round of national security launches have been announced. The results reflect business as usual in American aerospace, which for decades has benefited established contractors.
Buy American Executive Order Raises More Questions than Answers
President Trump has been talking about signing a Buy American Executive Order (EO) since March, 2020 and did so on August 6.
Private Companies Are Powering the Future of Aerospace
For most of its history, American aerospace has been dominated by a few entrenched contractors, which has led to inflated prices and a lack of innovation. New entrants from the private sector have begun to change the status quo.
Congress Should Strengthen, Not Undermine, the Pentagon’s Chief Management Officer
In the very short amount of time the position has existed, the Pentagon’s Chief Management Officer has identified an impressive amount of savings within the Department of Defense. Despite this fact, members of Congress are moving quickly to eliminate the role, undermining meaningful reforms taking place.
Air Force Moves the Goalposts
After years of falling short, the Air Force has scrapped the 80 percent readiness threshold for four aircraft.
The Congressional JSF Caucus: A Logic-Free Zone
Legislators added $1.7 billion worth of earmarks to fund the acquisition of 16 JSFs.
Did President Trump Dissolve the Pandemic Response Office?
We have heard a lot about how President Trump “dissolved” the office in charge of pandemic preparedness.