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After Army canceled helicopter program, industry had to pivot
Industry is beginning to see ways technology developed for the canceled Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft is helping other vertical lift programs.
By Jen Judson
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Sig Sauer wants to be ‘the small arms company of the US military’
The company won the handgun, rifle and automatic rifle, 6.8mm rifle contracts and is competing for the medium machine gun replacement.
By Todd South
Best pics of the week: May 3, 2020
Air Force and Navy flight demonstration teams honor front-line responders to the coronavirus pandemic, and more of the best photos from around the military.
Deadlier machine guns, rifles, pistols and more: How the Army is revolutionizing squad firepower
Recent changes and weapons in development are bringing a vast array of new options for soldiers and squads.
By Todd South
Trump says al-Baghdadi 'died like a dog’ in US commando raid in Syria
Al-Baghdadi’s last moments alive were spent in “panic and dread” as the ISIS leader was “terrified of the American forces bearing down on him," and he died “whimpering and crying and screaming” like a coward, Trump told reporters Sunday.
By Shawn Snow and Howard Altman
This unit will be the first to get the Army’s newest helmet, body armor kit
Plus: Even better, lighter helmets and body armor are coming in the next two years.
By Todd South
Here’s how the Army fixed your handgun problem
Changes have virtually eliminated stoppages or failures.
By Todd South
This military grade pistol is now available for civilian purchase
The handgun has many of the same features of its civilian version but with some significant upgrades.
By Todd South
Here are some of the big gear upgrades coming soon from PEO Soldier
Major gear aims to reduce weight, improve small arms precision and increase body armor protection.
By Todd South
US Army to bring new vehicle protection technologies to fleet as early as 2020
The Army is looking into the future of vehicle protection, with plans to pursue laser-warning systems, reactive armor tiles and signature management solutions.
By Jen Judson
Here’s when Sig Sauer will release a batch of the Army’s new handgun for sale to the public
The handgun comes in coyote tan and with two 21-round magazines and one 17-round magazine.
By Todd South
Here’s a sneak peek at a laser/light combo for the Army’s newest pistol
The new laser light will also require a new holster that can fit the pistol with the device mounted on its built-in rail.
By Todd South