September 28, 2015

September 28, 2015

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SAFETY

Silky Sailing

By John Croft8 min

DEFENSE

Dogged by Deficiencies

By Amy Butler7 min

DEFENSE

Pivot Point

By Guy Norris7 min

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SAFETY

Silky Sailing

Nascent connectivity and new onboard applications are helping to hone turbulence forecasting, avoidance

By John Croft8 min

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DEFENSE

Dogged by Deficiencies

With schedule margin expired, the Air Force assesses the impact of KC-46 problems on operational fleet readiness

By Amy Butler7 min

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DEFENSE

Pivot Point

F-35 program builds momentum, but cost-cutting, international politics pose challenges

By Guy Norris7 min

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SAFETY

Crystal Ball

Storm futurecasting software will help pilots avoid turbulence

By John Croft7 min

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Confidence Game

NASA managers slip target date of first Orion flight with crew

By Frank Morring6 min

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The Backup Plan

Impending air superiority fighter gap forces questions about F-15C mods, cost to the forefront of Air Force planning

By Amy Butler6 min

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TECHNOLOGY

Nuclear Option

Faster mission tempo and shorter transit times for Mars crews spur renewed nuclear rocket study

By Guy Norris6 min

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AIRLINES IN MEXICO

Legacy Continues

Aeromexico stays relevant by adding to its global network

By Kristin Majcher6 min

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Confidence Game

Access Denied

Top ULA, Boeing executives are dismissive of Aerojet push to buy rocket manufacturer

By Amy Svitak,Amy Butler6 min

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UNMANNED SYSTEMS

Eagles and Dragons

Chinese UAVs complement missile capabilities

By Bill Sweetman6 min

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