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Are munitions really “bill payers” for the rest of defense?

February 14, 2023 Eric Lofgren 0

One of the lines often heard is that munitions accounts are “bill payers” for other lines, particularly weapons platforms like vehicles, aircraft, and ships. Former […]

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Advanced material buys to accelerate missile production

June 15, 2022 Eric Lofgren 0

Here’s a conversation with John Norman, VP at Raytheon of USAF airpower requirements and capability and former USAF major general, on the Aerospace Advantage podcast. […]

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February 24, 2019 Eric Lofgren 0

“American global defense company Northrop Grumman has been granted a patent for a composite 3D printing process and device.” “A federal judge delayed a lawsuit […]

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