February 11, 2026 at 6:55 PM

Marine Corps Selects General Atomics YFQ-42A for Evaluation

General Atomics Aeronautical (GA-ASI) announced on Tuesday that their YFQ-42A Collaborative Combat Aircraft has been selected to undergo testing and evaluation as apart of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force Uncrewed...

General Atomics Aeronautical (GA-ASI) announced on Tuesday that their YFQ-42A Collaborative Combat Aircraft has been selected to undergo testing and evaluation as apart of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force Uncrewed Expeditionary Tactical Aircraft (MUX TACAIR) program. The United States Marine Corps ultimately seeks experimentation and validation regarding unmanned-manned teaming amongst autonomous and crewed aircraft. Under this testing regime, the YFQ-42A will perform as a “surrogate” airframe fitted with a government-provided testing package to assess integration progress with Marine crewed fighter aircraft.

The contract signed by General Atomics designates that the YFQ-42A will be fitted with a Marine-Corps specific mission kit, in order to evaluate integration into the Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF). Integration with the MAGTF will pave the way for autonomous integration within the U.S military’s most responsive units, with the test additionally serving as a trial run of CCA type aircraft within the Marine Corps expeditionary mission set. “Our YFQ-42, combined with our proven autonomy architecture and integration expertise, positions us to rapidly deliver an affordable CCA solution that enhances the Marine Air-Ground Task Force’s operational effectiveness in contested environments.”– Mike Atwood, Vice President of Advanced Programs for GA-ASI The modularity of the YFQ-42A and it’s flexible autonomy through a common “flight core” makes it ideal for the swapping of mission sets, lending the aircraft towards rapid testing of multiple, different

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July 7, 2026 at 11:46 PM

Poor B-52 Readiness Creating Testing Challenges For New AGM-181A Nuclear Cruise Missile

The B-52 fleet is in need of an upcoming upgrade and has been in high demand, as well as suffering a tragic loss. The post Poor B-52 Readiness Creating Testing Challenges For New AGM-181A Nuclear Cruise Missile appeared...

The B-52 fleet is in need of an upcoming upgrade and has been in high demand, as well as suffering a tragic loss. The post Poor B-52 Readiness Creating Testing Challenges For New AGM-181A Nuclear Cruise Missile appeared first on TWZ .

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July 7, 2026 at 11:14 PM

U.S. Strikes Iran In Retaliation For Multiple Attacks On Shipping In Strait Of Hormuz Over Last 24 Hours (Updated)

Earlier on Tuesday, three tanker ships were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, rattling an already shaky ceasefire. The post U.S. Strikes Iran In Retaliation For Multiple Attacks On Shipping In Strait Of Hormuz Over Last...

Earlier on Tuesday, three tanker ships were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, rattling an already shaky ceasefire. The post U.S. Strikes Iran In Retaliation For Multiple Attacks On Shipping In Strait Of Hormuz Over Last 24 Hours (Updated) appeared first on TWZ .

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July 7, 2026 at 10:34 PM

Where Are The Aircraft Carriers: July 7, 2026

Boxer amphibious ready group re-aggregates in the Middle East as the U.S. beefs up its naval force posture there. The post Where Are The Aircraft Carriers: July 7, 2026 appeared first on TWZ .

Boxer amphibious ready group re-aggregates in the Middle East as the U.S. beefs up its naval force posture there. The post Where Are The Aircraft Carriers: July 7, 2026 appeared first on TWZ .

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July 7, 2026 at 10:10 PM

DIU seeks cheaper drones to carry out Reaper missions

The notice comes after nearly 30 Reapers were reportedly lost in combat against Iran.

The notice comes after nearly 30 Reapers were reportedly lost in combat against Iran.

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July 7, 2026 at 10:04 PM

Tech. Sgt. promotion cycle correction

The AFPC identified and corrected a scoring key error for the 3P071 (security forces) Specialty Knowledge Test during the 26E6 promotion cycle.

The AFPC identified and corrected a scoring key error for the 3P071 (security forces) Specialty Knowledge Test during the 26E6 promotion cycle.

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July 7, 2026 at 10:04 PM

Tech. Sgt. promotion cycle correction

The AFPC identified and corrected a scoring key error for the 3P071 (security forces) Specialty Knowledge Test during the 26E6 promotion cycle.

The AFPC identified and corrected a scoring key error for the 3P071 (security forces) Specialty Knowledge Test during the 26E6 promotion cycle.

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July 7, 2026 at 9:34 PM

GAO: Pentagon’s hypersonic programs grappling with schedule constraints, production woes

The Government Accountability Office's annual assessment of major DOD programs details potential risks and delays for three high-profile hypersonic weapons. The post GAO: Pentagon’s hypersonic programs grappling with...

The Government Accountability Office's annual assessment of major DOD programs details potential risks and delays for three high-profile hypersonic weapons. The post GAO: Pentagon’s hypersonic programs grappling with schedule constraints, production woes appeared first on DefenseScoop .

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July 7, 2026 at 9:25 PM

US Army tests autonomous mass mine-laying

The Army’s Volcano mine dispenser can blanket 32 acres of terrain with up to 960 mines. Now, the Army is testing an autonomous version.

The Army’s Volcano mine dispenser can blanket 32 acres of terrain with up to 960 mines. Now, the Army is testing an autonomous version.

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July 7, 2026 at 9:00 PM

Contracts for July 7, 2026

Today's Department of War contracts valued at $7.5 million or more are now live on War.gov.

Today's Department of War contracts valued at $7.5 million or more are now live on War.gov.

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July 7, 2026 at 8:59 PM

Philippines Confirms Deal to Acquire Five Japanese Abukuma-class Destroyer Escorts

The Philippines has reached a broad agreement with Japan to acquire five soon-to-be-retired Abukuma-class destroyer escorts from the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), marking one of Japan’s largest planned...

The Philippines has reached a broad agreement with Japan to acquire five soon-to-be-retired Abukuma-class destroyer escorts from the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), marking one of Japan’s largest planned transfers of retired naval combatants to a foreign navy and another milestone in Tokyo’s evolving defense equipment transfer policy. Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. announced ...

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July 7, 2026 at 8:27 PM

Navy Meets Recruiting Goal Ahead of Schedule

The Navy met its recruiting goal for Fiscal Year 2026 three months before the fall deadline, the sea service announced last week. The Navy brought in 45,000 new recruits, according to a Thursday news release, marking the...

The Navy met its recruiting goal for Fiscal Year 2026 three months before the fall deadline, the sea service announced last week. The Navy brought in 45,000 new recruits, according to a Thursday news release, marking the third year in a row the sea service met its goals. Unlike the previous two fiscal years, the Navy increased its goal to 45,000, up from 40,600.

Navy Recruiting Command has worked over the past three…

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July 7, 2026 at 8:16 PM

UK and Netherlands Sign £2.4 Billion Deal for Next-Gen Amphibious Ships

The UK and Netherlands have signed a landmark £2.4 billion agreement to build eight next-generation, 15,000-ton amphibious transport ships optimized for hybrid drone warfare. UK MoD press release British and Dutch forces...

The UK and Netherlands have signed a landmark £2.4 billion agreement to build eight next-generation, 15,000-ton amphibious transport ships optimized for hybrid drone warfare. UK MoD press release British and Dutch forces are set to be equipped with new amphibious transport ships under a new maritime partnership signed today (July 7, 2026). Based on a ...

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July 7, 2026 at 7:56 PM

Defense leaders are redefining what it means to operate at the edge

Tech specialists from the Navy, Air Force and GDIT say modern, adaptive solutions that work regardless of connectivity are key to the battlespace of the future. The post Defense leaders are redefining what it means to...

Tech specialists from the Navy, Air Force and GDIT say modern, adaptive solutions that work regardless of connectivity are key to the battlespace of the future. The post Defense leaders are redefining what it means to operate at the edge appeared first on DefenseScoop .

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July 7, 2026 at 7:54 PM

Senate Dems seek Air Force, contractor answers on Qatari-gifted Air Force One conversion

The lawmakers allege they’ve been “stonewalled” when asked for more detailed information about the controversial “bridge” aircraft.

The lawmakers allege they’ve been “stonewalled” when asked for more detailed information about the controversial “bridge” aircraft.

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July 7, 2026 at 7:44 PM

Air Force earns top accolades in 2026 DoW Environmental Awards

The DAF secured top honors across four categories for its exceptional efforts in preserving the environment while enhancing operational readiness and community quality of life.

The DAF secured top honors across four categories for its exceptional efforts in preserving the environment while enhancing operational readiness and community quality of life.

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July 7, 2026 at 7:44 PM

Air Force earns top accolades in 2026 DoW Environmental Awards

The DAF secured top honors across four categories for its exceptional efforts in preserving the environment while enhancing operational readiness and community quality of life.

The DAF secured top honors across four categories for its exceptional efforts in preserving the environment while enhancing operational readiness and community quality of life.

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July 7, 2026 at 7:10 PM

USNI News Fleet and Marine Tracker: July 7, 2026

These are the approximate positions of the U.S. Navy’s deployed carrier strike groups and amphibious ready groups throughout the world as of July 7, 2026, based on Navy and public data. In cases in which a CSG or ARG is...

These are the approximate positions of the U.S. Navy’s deployed carrier strike groups and amphibious ready groups throughout the world as of July 7, 2026, based on Navy and public data. In cases in which a CSG or ARG is conducting disaggregated operations, the chart reflects the location of the capital ship.

Total Battle Force Deployed Underway 293 (USS 233, USNS 60) 100 (USS 71, USNS 29) (39 FDNF, 61 Rotational) 72…

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July 7, 2026 at 7:10 PM

US Navy fears ballistic missile subs can be hit by drones, anti-tank rockets

The U.S. Navy is searching for better methods of protecting its missile subs, as well as the shore installations that support them.

The U.S. Navy is searching for better methods of protecting its missile subs, as well as the shore installations that support them.

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July 7, 2026 at 6:59 PM

Pirate Attacks Spike Off The Horn Of Africa

The Houthis are likely backing their own proxies in the form of pirates as shipping is just recovering from the war with Iran and Red Sea battles. The post Pirate Attacks Spike Off The Horn Of Africa appeared first on...

The Houthis are likely backing their own proxies in the form of pirates as shipping is just recovering from the war with Iran and Red Sea battles. The post Pirate Attacks Spike Off The Horn Of Africa appeared first on TWZ .

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July 7, 2026 at 6:57 PM

Mysterious Rectangle ‘Silos’ Spotted At Sprawling Chinese Missile Test Base

The structures with large rectangular retractable roofs could point to new strategic capabilities China could deploy more widely. The post Mysterious Rectangle ‘Silos’ Spotted At Sprawling Chinese Missile Test Base...

The structures with large rectangular retractable roofs could point to new strategic capabilities China could deploy more widely. The post Mysterious Rectangle ‘Silos’ Spotted At Sprawling Chinese Missile Test Base appeared first on TWZ .

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July 7, 2026 at 6:40 PM

UK to join US Army’s PrSM program, buy $254M in long-range missiles

The planned buy is not designed to supplant work with Germany on a Deep Precision Strike weapon, the UK said.

The planned buy is not designed to supplant work with Germany on a Deep Precision Strike weapon, the UK said.

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July 7, 2026 at 6:06 PM

Navy launches next-gen undersea security initiative

Via the NG-USI effort, the Navy aims to create a “sphere of technological excellence” with members of industry and not-for-profit organizations to rapidly develop prototype solutions. The post Navy launches next-gen...

Via the NG-USI effort, the Navy aims to create a “sphere of technological excellence” with members of industry and not-for-profit organizations to rapidly develop prototype solutions. The post Navy launches next-gen undersea security initiative appeared first on DefenseScoop .

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July 7, 2026 at 5:14 PM

Preserving Japan's Aviation Heritage: Yokota Air Base Returns Historic Aircraft Artifacts

The 374th Civil Engineer Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Japan, returned rare, WWII-era Imperial Japanese Army aircraft artifacts to the Japanese government after uncovering them during a base construction project.

The 374th Civil Engineer Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Japan, returned rare, WWII-era Imperial Japanese Army aircraft artifacts to the Japanese government after uncovering them during a base construction project.

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July 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM

How the Commerce Department plans to win more foreign defense sales

In an exclusive preview of America’s new arms sale policies, a key Commerce official says the department is ready to “help US companies” in foreign markets.

In an exclusive preview of America’s new arms sale policies, a key Commerce official says the department is ready to “help US companies” in foreign markets.

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