Weapon Systems 2024-10-04

The four-blade, twin engine, medium-lift helicopter first took off in 1974 and has since become one of the most desired military helicopters worldwide.

Weapon Systems 2024-10-03

The transport helicopter, known for its superior lifting capacity and high-speed capabilities, is expected to remain in service beyond 2060.

Weapon Systems 2024-09-26

As of March 2024, more than 5,000 AH-64 aircraft have been delivered to the US Army and 18 international partners and allies.

Weapon Systems 2024-09-25

FS-LIDS has been sought for its reliable and advanced counter small to medium-sized UAS capabilities.

Weapon Systems 2024-09-23

The weapon system includes numerous sensors and effectors to detect and take down enemy drones.

Weapon Systems 2024-09-22

The Typhon enables ground forces to launch Tomahawk cruise missiles and the SM-6, providing the ability to engage multiple types of threats from land, air and sea.

Weapon Systems 2024-09-21

The unmanned ground vehicle can autonomously navigate, detect and locate adversary gunfire and return fire.

Weapon Systems 2024-09-20

The infrared camera system enables early detection of incoming drones, and its enhanced image processing allows for detailed images regardless of distance or environmental conditions.

Weapon Systems 2024-09-19

The THAAD's impressive range and pinpoint accuracy ensures protection against a broad array of missile threats.

Weapon Systems 2024-09-15

The Anduril counter drone system harnesses artificial intelligence to detect, classify and neutralize unmanned aircraft in conflict zones where threats can emerge rapidly and unpredictably.

Weapon Systems 2024-09-14

Artificial intelligence and a user-friendly design enhance the operator's ability to rapidly identify and respond to threats.

Weapon Systems 2024-09-13

The UK's Royal Navy is leveraging new technology to provide stability and freedom of movement in the Middle East and elsewhere.

Weapon Systems 2024-09-12

The MIM-104 Patriot missile defense system offers unparalleled detection, surveillance and engagement of airborne threats.

Weapon Systems 2024-09-11

The Compact Laser Weapon System (CLWS) was the first ground-based laser approved for use by warfighters on the ground.

Weapon Systems 2024-09-10

The APKWS converts Hydra 70 unguided rockets into laser-guided precision munitions, offering a cost-effective way to destroy targets while minimizing collateral damage in close combat.

Weapon Systems 2024-09-08

The BLADE is capable of conducting both hard and soft kills of drones, and also able to defeat smaller drones at close ranges, including within a soldier's visual range.

Weapon Systems 2024-09-05

Coyote interceptors are designed to destroy incoming drones and are capable of performing intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions.

Weapon Systems 2024-08-29

The Army's leading mobile air defense system, renamed the Sergeant Stout in 2024, protects forces from low-altitude threats, such as unmanned aircraft systems.

Weapon Systems 2024-08-22

The AMPV family of vehicles consists of five variants: General Purpose, Mortar Carrier, Mission Command, Medical Treatment and Medical Evacuation.

Weapon Systems 2024-08-19

The B-1B is designed to penetrate air defenses at very low altitudes at high speeds and can rapidly deliver massive quantities of precision and non-precision weapons against any adversary.

Weapon Systems 2024-08-15

Stryker-equipped brigades can disrupt or destroy enemy forces, control critical land areas and fight with agility and effectiveness.

Weapon Systems 2024-08-14

The latest Block V Tomahawk includes two variants: the Block Va Maritime Strike Tomahawk and the Block Vb Joint Multiple Effects Warhead System.

Weapon Systems 2024-08-13

As one of the US Navy's four Guided Missile Submarines (SSGNs), the USS Georgia can carry up to 154 Tomahawk land-attack cruise missiles, capable of hitting targets 1,600km away.

Weapon Systems 2024-08-13

Designed to transport special forces, the MC-130J can now also deploy air-launched cruise missiles and conduct precision strikes in heavily defended areas.

Weapon Systems 2024-08-12

The USS Georgia can carry up to 154 Tomahawk missiles and deploy dozens of commandos unnoticed into hostile environments.

Weapon Systems 2024-08-12

The newest addition to the US Navy's submarine fleet is 10 times quieter than Russian Kilo-class submarines, and carries Tomahawk cruise missiles that can hit targets 2,400km away.

Weapon Systems 2024-08-11

The B-52H Stratofortress' range and payload enable global strikes, making it a critical component of the Air Force's strategic bombing capabilities.

Weapon Systems 2024-08-09

F-22 fighter squadrons can hit 96 targets simultaneously, avoid detection from advanced air defense systems, and fly at supersonic speeds.

Weapon Systems 2024-08-08

The first M10 Booker was delivered to the US Army in April. The armored fighting vehicle will support combat teams with exceptional armor protection and increased firepower.

Weapon Systems 2024-08-08

Seen as the most advanced stealth fighter in the world, the F-22 Raptor brings the US Air Force unparalleled speed, air superiority and lethal attack options.

Weapon Systems 2024-08-06

The Navy Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System (NMESIS) offers the US Marine Corps a ground-based solution to support land-to-sea attacks.

Weapon Systems 2024-08-01

The Bradley is equipped with a chain gun and antitank missiles, while soldiers who quickly dismount the vehicle can fire lethal Javelin missiles.

Weapon Systems 2024-07-31

The F-16's design was a significant leap in fighter technology, emphasizing maneuverability, speed, adaptability and cost-effectiveness.

Weapon Systems 2024-07-31

The Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group includes a Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser and three Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers.

Weapon Systems 2024-07-31

With an acoustic signature slightly above the ocean's natural level, Virginia-class submarines are virtually undetectable.

Weapon Systems 2024-07-30

As a member of the Flight I subclass of the Arleigh Burke-class destroyers, the USS John S. McCain has the AN/SPY-1 radar, which enables it to effectively track and guide weapons.

Weapon Systems 2024-07-30

The USS Bulkeley served with distinction during its time with CTF 151, capturing 75 Somali pirates during one of its deployments.

Weapon Systems 2024-07-29

The Strike Eagle's unparalleled range, maneuverability and speed make it the ideal aircraft for the USAF's flexible ACE concept.

Weapon Systems 2024-07-25

The B-52 Stratofortress is set to receive new engines that will increase fuel efficiency, significantly enhancing its strategic and tactical flexibility.

Weapon Systems 2024-07-23

The US Air Force's primary strategic lift aircraft can bring manpower, supplies and equipment to any corner of the world.

Weapon Systems 2024-07-18

The US Army operates two primary howitzer systems -- the M777 and the M109A7. Their long range and adjustable firing angles make them highly flexible in combat.

Weapon Systems 2024-07-18

New engines, radar systems and cockpit modernizations are part of a raft of upgrades aimed at bolstering the B-52's performance at high subsonic speeds.

Weapon Systems 2024-07-17

With comprehensive updates and state-of-the-art features, the C-130J is redefining rapid deployment and support missions for the US Air Force.

Weapon Systems 2024-07-15

The MQ-9 Reaper landed on a dirt landing zone for the first time in June 2023, proving that it is now capable of operating anywhere.

Weapon Systems 2024-07-14

The Flight IIA destroyers are configured to better adapt to littoral warfare and in shallow waters, such as in the Red Sea.

Weapon Systems 2024-07-13

The USS Roosevelt is one of four US Navy destroyers based in Rota, Spain, in support of NATO's Integrated Air Missile Defense (IAMD) architecture.

Weapon Systems 2024-07-10

Designed to provide close air support, the A-10 Thunderbolt II is ideally suited for the future of Agile Combat Employment.

Weapon Systems 2024-06-26

Development of the Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW) is under way. Hypersonic missiles stand out for their remarkable speed, making them difficult to detect.

Weapon Systems 2024-06-18

The palletized munitions system allows US and NATO forces a flexible rapid response option for use with cargo aircraft.

Weapon Systems 2024-06-18

Imbuing the US Air Force's sizable cargo aircraft fleet with bomber capabilities grants the military tremendous flexibility and additional capacity.

Weapon Systems 2024-06-07

The B-21, the world's first sixth-generation aircraft, will enter service in the mid-2020s, allowing the US and allies to evade even the most sophisticated air defense systems.

Weapon Systems 2024-06-03

Massive Ordnance Penetrators are designed to reach and destroy weapons of mass destruction in well-protected facilities.

Weapon Systems 2024-05-28

US Strategic Command, which provides a host of capabilities, stands ready for any threat, anywhere in the world.

Weapon Systems 2024-05-28

The B-2 Spirit, B-52H Stratofortress and B-1B Lancer are capable of rapidly delivering firepower anywhere in the world.

Weapon Systems 2024-05-23

The MQ-9 Reaper is capable of remotely controlled surveillance, strike and reconnaissance operations against high-value and mobile targets.

Weapon Systems 2024-05-20

The Growler's advanced electronic warfare systems can neutralize enemy defenses and protect forces from electronic threats.

Weapon Systems 2024-05-17

The Super Hornet can carry multiple precision-guided GBU-31 bunker buster bombs, which are designed to blast through more than 3 meters of concrete and to destroy underground command centers.

Weapon Systems 2024-05-15

The GBU-72 is designed to penetrate concrete-insulated bunkers hidden deep underground and other reinforced structures.

Weapon Systems 2024-05-13

The Russian military touts the system as top tier, but evidence from the battlefield and studies prove it cannot defeat long-range drones or small aircraft.

Weapon Systems 2024-04-08

With the heaviest payload in the US Air Force inventory, the B-1B stands out with its ability to overwhelm adversaries at sea.

Weapon Systems 2024-04-05

The MC-130J Commando II with Rapid Dragon capability could greatly enhance a strike against a well-protected air defense battlespace.

Weapon Systems 2024-04-01

Designed during the Cold War to penetrate Soviet air defenses, the low-flying and stealthy B-1B Lancer can carry over 30,000kg of payload.

Weapon Systems 2024-03-27

Modifying 'dumb' bombs with lethal precision guidance, the JDAM guidance kit has been the B1-B's ordnance of choice for more than two decades.

Weapon Systems 2024-02-23

Innovative guidance helps the Paveway IV hit targets, including hardened bunkers buried deep in the ground, with extreme accuracy and effectiveness.

Weapon Systems 2024-02-22

The large inventory of KC-135s enables the US Air Force to extend the range and endurance of US and allied fighters and bombers anywhere in the world.

Weapon Systems 2024-02-22

The Air Force's Agile Combat Employment (ACE) concept emphasizes the speed, ruggedness and adaptability of its platforms.

Weapon Systems 2024-02-22

The F-15E is distinctly suited for the US Air Force's Agile Combat Employment (ACE) concept -- a vision of using agile tactics to respond to modern contested environments.

Weapon Systems 2024-02-21

The AGM-88 high-speed anti-radiation missile is designed to home in on enemy radar systems. It can travel 150km in two and a half minutes.

Weapon Systems 2024-02-19

The United States and United Kingdom are leveraging the versatility and reliability of the Tomahawk to conduct strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen and protect Red Sea shipping.

Weapon Systems 2024-02-14

The US Air Force's planned upgrades to the legacy B-52H bomber are so substantial that the overhauled aircraft will be re-designated the B-52J.

Weapon Systems 2024-02-12

The JASSM-XR will be able to reach heavily defended targets 1,900km away and be deployed by a wide range of bombers and fighter jets, and even cargo transport aircraft.

Weapon Systems 2024-02-09

The system allows the US Air Force to deploy long-range, precision-guided missiles from its vast fleet of cargo aircraft.

Weapon Systems 2024-02-08

The US Air Force's Agile Combat Employment (ACE) concept is a vision of using agile tactics to respond to modern contested environments. The MQ-9 is distinctly suited for this doctrine.

Weapon Systems 2024-02-07

The deployment of the Rapid Dragon system on the MC-130J Commando II takes it beyond its initial role as a transport aircraft and makes it a truly multi-mission powerhouse.

Weapon Systems 2024-02-05

The supersonic bomber is capable of carrying up to 75,000 pounds (34,000kg) of ordnance and is designed to fly at extremely low altitudes with reduced radar visibility.

Weapon Systems 2024-02-05

Able to hold 10 armored Humvees or a single Abrams tank, the C-17 is uniquely capable of delivering manpower, firepower and equipment to forward deployed bases anywhere in the world.

Weapon Systems 2024-01-31

The next-generation KC-46A Pegasus is capable of refueling military aircraft more efficiently than its predecessors, but additional capabilities also position it to play a key combat role during hostilities.

Weapon Systems 2024-01-26

The versatility of the Super Hercules enables it to integrate into the US Air Force's Agile Combat Employment (ACE) concept.

Weapon Systems 2024-01-24

There are currently more than 3,100 F-16s operating in 25 countries. The updated Block 70/72 F-16s will be easier to fly and better capable of intercepting drones and ballistic missiles.

Weapon Systems 2024-01-22

The F-35's advanced sensor suite, combined with its stealth capabilities and firepower, offers an unparalleled advantage to pilots and their military communications network.

Weapon Systems 2024-01-22

The dual-role F-15E Strike Eagle expands on the mission of legacy F-15 fighter models by incorporating both air-to-air and air-to-ground missions.

Weapon Systems 2024-01-19

The KC-135 Stratotanker can transfer up to 90,700kg of fuel in midair. Its reputation for reliability and performance makes it a preferred choice for air forces across the globe.

Weapon Systems 2024-01-10

The aircraft's varied catalog of munitions, in-flight flexibility, and demonstrated history of close air support enables it to fulfill forward roles as part of a key combat concept.

Weapon Systems 2023-12-19

The US Navy's Advanced Off-Board Electronic Warfare (AOEW) system recently reached a significant milestone after it was tested from an MH-60R helicopter.

Weapon Systems 2023-12-13

The DESRON-22 destroyer fleet is capable of conducting screening, mine warfare, maritime interdiction operations and helicopter operations.

Weapon Systems 2023-12-12

The helicopter's capabilities enable the UK Royal Navy to interdict illegal drugs and smuggled weapons in the region.

Weapon Systems 2023-12-11

The multi-mission guided missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea enhances the US Navy's regional posture in the Middle East.

Weapon Systems 2023-12-11

The Egypt Defense Expo (EDEX) was held in Cairo December 4-7. US companies at the fair offered their unmatched combination of high quality and robust service support.

Weapon Systems 2023-12-04

The Navy's helicopters deliver heavy lift capabilities, engage in anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare, execute search and rescue operations and contribute to sustainment efforts.

Weapon Systems 2023-12-01

From hunting submarines deep below the ocean’s surface to 'blinding' an enemy's radar and communication capacity, the US Navy's support aircraft provide robust detection and reconnaissance capabilities.

Weapon Systems 2023-11-29

The US Navy relies on the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet and the F-35C Lightning II for carrier-based operations.

Weapon Systems 2023-11-27

The US Navy's submarine force is marked by speed, endurance, mobility, stealth and payload.

Weapon Systems 2023-11-27

The core of USS Eisenhower's capability resides in its air wing, which features Super Hornet fighters, Growler electronic attack aircraft, Hawkeye early warning aircraft and Seahawk helicopters.

Weapon Systems 2023-11-20

As the most advanced attack helicopter in the world, the Apache is the enduring global choice.

Weapon Systems 2023-11-14

Nicknamed 'Wi-Fi in the sky,' the E-11A aircraft transmits video, voice, tactical data and imagery between combat forces too far away to communicate directly.

Weapon Systems 2023-11-14

The US Navy ensures the integrity of global trade by controlling key waterways via its ability to rapidly deploy armed ships and to sustain operations over long periods of time.

Weapon Systems 2023-11-14

The rugged attack aircraft has backed up US forces around the world since 1975. It has a unique combination of abilities that make it suited for close air support.

Weapon Systems 2023-11-10

Air Force Global Strike Command operates a fleet of bombers and ICBMs ready to support CENTCOM and its coalition partners anytime and anywhere.

Weapon Systems 2023-11-10

The multi-mission capable aircraft can take off from smaller carriers and amphibious ships and can rapidly attack targets on land, air and sea.

Weapon Systems 2023-11-10

Boasting significant upgrades from legacy aircraft tankers, the KC-46A Pegasus is capable of enhancing the missions of US Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps aircraft.

Weapon Systems 2023-11-10

With over 43 years of experience and 19 million cumulative flight hours, the F-16 is the tried and tested global first choice for a lightweight multirole fighter.

Weapon Systems 2023-11-09

The Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile can be integrated with bombers, fighters and even cargo aircraft to strike a wide range of targets.

Weapon Systems 2023-11-09

The aircraft can use its data-sharing technology to support military action with fighter jets, ground-based missile launchers, drones, ships, satellites and more.

Weapon Systems 2023-11-09

The F-15E Strike Eagle is a multirole fighter capable of conducting low altitude, all-weather strike missions, day or night.

Weapon Systems 2023-11-09

The Lancer is capable of carrying a massive 75,000 pounds (34,000kg) of ordnance and of delivering a wide variety of both guided and non-guided weapons to enemy targets.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-25

The MQ-9 Reaper is the first 'Hunter-Killer' unmanned aerial vehicle deployed in long-endurance, high-altitude surveillance missions.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-25

Such weapons typically use the global positioning system, laser guidance or inertial navigation systems to improve a weapon's accuracy to reportedly less than 3 meters.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-20

The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier is one of two US carriers operating in the eastern Mediterranean to deter malign actors from sparking a regional conflict.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-20

Leonidas, a portable counter-electronics system, is capable of grounding a single UAV or a swarm of drones by using high-powered microwave energy.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-18

The LIDS family of systems is designed to detect, track, identify and defeat hostile unmanned aircraft systems.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-17

The aircraft combines altitude, range, speed, integrated surveillance systems and weapon capacity to excel as a multi-mission maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-16

Eagle II has improved maneuverability, durability and digital backbone, as well as a greater capacity to carry superior air-to-air missile armaments, making it a key element of a tactical fighter fleet.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-16

The MV-22 Osprey can transport troops and gear at higher speeds and with greater range than previous transport aircraft, while also being able to take off and land vertically.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-13

The Eagle II, the US Air Force's latest version of the legacy F-15 fighter jet, is designed to expand lethality, sensing and targeting beyond the aircraft's previous versions.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-13

Light and expendable, the Coyote unmanned aircraft system can venture into combat zones and disaster areas too dangerous for manned aircraft and can carry out a wide range of tasks.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-12

The super-sized Super Hornet carries 33% more internal fuel, increasing mission range by 41% and endurance by 50% over the earlier Hornet.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-12

The system has three different versions, one that protects bases and other permanent locations, another that protects moving vehicles and vessels, and a third that protects personnel on the ground.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-11

The versatile helicopter is equipped with heavy weapons and a fully integrated mission system that allows for complete situational awareness of the sea surface and sub-sea domain.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-10

The F-15EX Eagle II is capable of quickly intercepting invading enemy fighters and bombers, and deploying a variety of weapons, including the long-range JASSM cruise missile.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-10

The versatile helicopter has multiple variants to equip it for a multitude of missions, including as an armed escort, fire-fighter and medical evacuation platform.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-10

The AH-1Z Viper helicopter is a multifunction attack helicopter distinctly capable of providing the Marine Corps with support across the entire domain of expeditionary challenges.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-10

The US Army's new passive sensor technology is designed to help combat threats from the skies while remaining covert.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-06

C-RAM systems, capable of destroying incoming rocket, artillery and mortar rounds before they hit the ground, are effective short-range air defense tools.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-04

The Avenger is a shoot-on-the-move, completely automated, day-and-night capable short-range air defense weapon.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-04

Since it entered service in 1981, the M2 Bradley family of armored tracked fighting vehicles has regularly destroyed tanks on the battlefield.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-03

This precision strike rocket system can be easily loaded and offloaded onto aircraft and naval vessels, and its maneuverability inhibits the adversary's ability to locate and target the launchers.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-02

The unrivaled battle tank, of which over 10,000 have been built, has been serving the US and its allies for more than four decades.

Weapon Systems 2023-10-02

NASAMS is a mid-range air defense system, designed to protect high-value assets and mass population centers against air-to-surface threats. It is used by 13 countries around the world.

Weapon Systems 2023-09-29

Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) has seen success both in theater and in tests, indicating a promising future for the multilayered missile defense systems of US allies.

Weapon Systems 2023-09-27

Since its first combat deployment to the Gulf three decades ago, 'hundreds' of upgrades have shaped the Patriot into the US Army’s most advanced air defense system.

Weapon Systems 2023-09-26

The Patriot system continues to be a worldwide leader in air defense because of its reliability and versatility -- and with each upgrade, the system raises the bar even higher.

Weapon Systems 2023-09-22

As autonomous warfare becomes more widespread, the UAE is investing in drones, robots and other unmanned weaponry.

Weapon Systems 2023-09-21

The world-renowned Dubai Airshow, known for facilitating record-breaking aviation deals, is planned for November 13–17.

Weapon Systems 2023-09-18

Equipped with powerful modern weaponry, Egypt has been holding a series of military exercises with foreign partners to strengthen ties and improve the region's security.

Weapon Systems 2023-09-11

The F-35A's armaments take full advantage of the fighter's ability to penetrate enemy defenses undetected and eliminate critical adversary detection capabilities.

Weapon Systems 2023-09-08

The kingdom's capabilities not only strengthen its own security against Iran's missile and drone threats but that of the GCC as a whole.

Weapon Systems 2023-09-01

The system allows US and NATO forces to deploy precision-guided munitions such as the JASSM from unmodified cargo planes like the C-130 and C-17.

Weapon Systems 2023-08-31

The Red Sands Integrated Experimentation Center will bolster co-operation, reinforce longstanding security relationships and enhance regional deterrence and defense capacity.

Weapon Systems 2023-08-28

The F-35's sensor fusion systems allow it to accelerate critical decision-making, offering a significant edge for the United States and its partners in modern warfare.

Weapon Systems 2023-08-25

F-35 pilots put in almost half of their flying hours inside high-tech training systems that enable them to master the fifth generation fighter jet.

Weapon Systems 2023-08-25

The 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit's new system can neutralize drones up to 30km away.

Weapon Systems 2023-08-24

Capable of firing nine types of missiles, the four surface ships of the Ford CSG can destroy targets well beyond the range of fighter jets.

Weapon Systems 2023-08-22

If all 48 Super Hornets accompanying the Ford Carrier Strike Group were equipped with at least nine missiles, the entire wing could deliver 432 total missiles of all types within a short period.

Weapon Systems 2023-08-17

The carrier strike group is able to deliver hundreds of missiles using aircraft, ships and submarines.

Weapon Systems 2023-08-14

The US Navy provides the US Marine Corps three types of amphibious ships to enable Marine Expeditionary Units (MEUs) to conduct a full spectrum of challenges successfully.

Weapon Systems 2023-08-01

The stealth fighter-bomber has superior capabilities to detect adversary air defenses and other capabilities that could empower follow-on fighters and bombers to get closer to other targets.

Weapon Systems 2023-07-27

More than 2,000 pilots and 14,000 repair personnel, all trained to phenomenal levels, keep an unparalleled fighter jet far ahead of any imagined rivals.

Weapon Systems 2023-07-24

The USS Thomas Hudner (DDG-116) was the first Flight IIA 'Technology Insertion' Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, and is equipped with 96 vertically launched missiles.

Weapon Systems 2023-07-24

With titanium armour and a lethal array of armaments, the A-10 is a key aircraft designed to support US and allies in countering malign activities throughout the Gulf region.

Weapon Systems 2023-07-24

With its combination of ground attack, electronic warfare and signals intelligence capabilities, the F-22 remains at the top of the world's fighter jets after nearly two decades in service.

Weapon Systems 2023-07-06

The KC-135 Stratotanker can carry up to 200,000 pounds (90,719kg) of fuel, while the larger KC-10 can carry 356,000 pounds (160,200kg). Both aircraft significantly expand battlefield capabilities.

Weapon Systems 2023-07-05

The Sentry is an airborne warning and control system aircraft with an integrated command and control battle management, surveillance, target detection and tracking platform.

Weapon Systems 2023-07-03

Each tanker can carry enough fuel to refuel 30 F-16 fighter jets, and also can be modified to evacuate injured personnel, deliver cargo and transport troops to and from battle zones.

Weapon Systems 2023-06-30

The US Air Force's HH-60 Pave Hawk helicopter and HC-130 Combat King fixed wing aircraft can conduct CSAR missions in hostile environments and the insertion and extraction of special forces.

Weapon Systems 2023-06-15

The B-1B Lancer can travel at almost 1,500km per hour and carry more than 34 tonnes of payload. Its design allows it to carry out surprise attacks deep inside hostile territory.

Weapon Systems 2023-05-12

Qatar over the past few years has been upgrading its air force of aged fighters to a formidable fleet of French Rafales, Eurofighter Typhoons and US-made F-15s.

Weapon Systems 2023-04-28

A-10s can now carry dozens of these specialised precision-guided bombs that can hit targets -- even hardened structures -- from over 70km away.

Weapon Systems 2023-04-21

Each B-52 can carry 20 extended range cruise missiles that are able to hit targets 1,000km away, and fly into hostile territory from bases on the other side of the world.

Weapon Systems 2023-04-18

The 'most modern combat aircraft in the world', as described by the German air force, cannot be matched in air-to-air or air-to-ground combat.

Weapon Systems 2023-04-18

The UAV's ability to extend the range and endurance of carrier-based aircraft, its flexibility, and its advanced sensors and control systems make it a highly valuable asset in a range of scenarios.

Weapon Systems 2023-04-13

The B-1's design and sensors allow it to carry out surprise attacks against enemy targets deep inside hostile territory, and its speed enables it to outrun fighter jets and escape unharmed.

Weapon Systems 2023-04-13

The world's first and only long-range stealth strike fighter designed exclusively to operate from the decks of aircraft carriers, the F-35C sets new standards in modern warfare.

Weapon Systems 2023-04-12

With rising nuclear threats emanating from Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea, USSTRATCOM -- the force commanding the US nuclear arsenal -- is ready to respond when called upon to do so.

Weapon Systems 2023-04-11

The system technologically leaves traditional steam catapults far behind, expands the operational capability of new carriers, and will play a critical role in meeting the demands of modern warfare.

Weapon Systems 2023-04-10

A single US nuclear-powered guided-missile submarine can carry up to 154 Tomahawk missiles, and can deploy dozens of special forces commandos unnoticed into hostile environments.

Weapon Systems 2023-04-09

These destroyers are highly capable ships, equipped with state-of-the-art weapons and sensor systems, including the Tomahawk cruise missile, which can hit targets up to 1,600km away.

Weapon Systems 2023-04-06

The Ford's new technologies and stealth capabilities will make it the most advanced ship on the sea, ensuring the US Navy remains ready for crisis response and early decisive striking power.

Weapon Systems 2023-04-03

The aircraft's 30mm gun can fire 3,900 rounds a minute and can defeat an array of surface targets including infantry, tanks and attack ships.

Weapon Systems 2023-03-29

With its stealth fighter capability and cutting-edge technologies, the US Navy's nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford is expected to dominate the oceans for the next 60 years.

Weapon Systems 2023-03-10

The aircraft has a range that is unmatched by any other bomber, and with its stealth capabilities, even the most sophisticated air defence systems will struggle to detect it.

Weapon Systems 2023-03-08

With the B-2 stealth bomber, the US Air Force is able to launch conventional or thermonuclear weapons deep into enemy territory with little to no warning.

Weapon Systems 2023-01-23

The military helicopter can strike numerous targets simultaneously both on the ground and in the air with a wide variety of armaments using state-of-the-art radar and targeting.

Weapon Systems 2023-01-16

Nearly invisible to enemy tracking, the AH-64E Apache Guardian can co-ordinate in real time with F-35 fighter jets and HIMARS crews on the ground, making the aircraft a deadly military asset.

Weapon Systems 2023-01-09

Ukraine has used the rocket system to inflict devastating attacks against invading Russian forces, and its successes hint at its potential in other conflicts around the world.

Weapon Systems 2023-01-05

The HH-60 Pave Hawk helicopter and the HC-130 Combat King aircraft can execute all-weather insertion and recovery operations in hostile environments, day or night.

Weapon Systems 2023-01-02

In addition to the more specialised aircraft, the United States and its allies are leading the way to further extend and improve data collection and processing.

Weapon Systems 2022-12-29

More than 875 F-35s are in service today, with nine countries including the cutting-edge jet in their family of aircraft, enabling them to secure their interests in the Middle East and beyond.

Weapon Systems 2022-12-26

The Air Force's bomber fleet -- now made up of B-1B Lancers, B-2 Spirits and B-52 Stratofortresses -- will look very different in coming years with the unveiling of the new B-21 Raider.