Air Force Materiel Command’s Post

US test launches rocket with warhead from new ICBMs The Mk21A reentry vehicle will be used in LGM-35 Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missiles that are expected to replace Minuteman III by 2031 NEW YORK, June 18/ The United States carried out a training launch of a Minotaur I rocket with the Mk21A warhead not equipped with nuclear charge from the Vandenberg US Space Force base. "An operational test launch of an unarmed Mk21A reentry vehicle was launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base aboard a Minotaur I rocket, Monday, June 17, at 11:01 p.m. PT.," it said. "The Mk21A program is currently in early development and overseen by the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center," reads a post on the base’s website. The Mk21A reentry vehicle will be used in LGM-35 Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missiles that are expected to replace Minuteman III by 2031. William A. LaPlante, the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, said earlier that the Department of Defense was looking at both dropping the Sentinel program and amending it. He confirmed that the implementation of the Sentinel program was delayed due to problems with contractors. Later, Chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff General Charles Brown promised to take all possible measures to complete the Sentinel ICBM program in time. John F. Plumb, the first Assistant Secretary of Defense for Space Policy said at a meeting with the Defense Writers Group, that his country was not planning to refuse from ground-based ICBMs, despite the problems with the implementation of the project for their modernization. #business #finance #financialservices

#ThrowbackThursday 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗕-𝟱𝟴𝗔 𝗛𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗿... BEST OF 2023💪 👉 In addition to the Hustler's delta wing shape, distinctive features included a sophisticated inertial guidance navigation and bombing system, a slender "wasp-waist" fuselage and an extensive use of heat-resistant honeycomb sandwich skin panels in the wings and fuselage. Since the thin fuselage prevented the carrying of bombs internally, a droppable, two-component pod beneath the fuselage contained a nuclear weapon -- along with extra fuel, reconnaissance equipment or other specialized gear.

#ThrowbackThursday 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗕-𝟱𝟴𝗔 𝗛𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗿... In addition to the Hustler's delta wing shape, distinctive features included a sophisticated inertial guidance navigation and bombing system, a slender "wasp-waist" fuselage and an extensive use of heat-resistant honeycomb sandwich skin panels in the wings and fuselage. Since the thin fuselage prevented the carrying of bombs internally, a droppable, two-component pod beneath the fuselage contained a nuclear weapon -- along with extra fuel, reconnaissance equipment or other specialized gear.

Stealth aircraft. Nuclear submarines. Special Forces. All of it pales in comparison to the United States' most terrifying ability: Deploying a fully-functional Burger King to any combat theater within 24 hours. (1)

#Sonar_System Market Share Charges Ahead with Huge Growth 2023-2032 https://lnkd.in/dQRR2Dv7 The growing #deployment of nuclear submarines #globally is the primary factor driving the #sonar system #market over the forecast time frame. In addition to that, increasing political tensions over the oceans, like those in the South China Sea, Pacific, and Atlantic Oceans, led the countries along these water bodies to develop their anti-#submarine warfare capabilities, thus contribute to the #development of the #sonar system market. Thales Thales Defence General Dynamics KONGSBERGGRUPPEN AV NRRL Aselsan thyssenkrupp Uhde thyssenkrupp Ultra Electronics Group Neptune Sonar Limited Kongsberg Maritime Exelis (Now part of Harris Corporation) Lockheed Martin Lockheed Martin Space L-3 Communications Klein Associates Inc. Teledyne RESON Raytheon Raytheon UK

The B-21 Raider took its first test flight recently, moving the futuristic warplane closer to becoming the nation's next nuclear weapons stealth bomber. 😮 The Raider flew in Palmdale, California, where it has been under testing and development by Northrop Grumman. The Air Force is planning to build 100 of the warplanes, which have a flying wing shape much like their predecessor the B-2 Spirit but will incorporate advanced materials, propulsion and stealth technology to make them more survivable in a future conflict. The plane is planned to be produced in variants with and without pilots. Read more: https://hubs.la/Q029CT3N0 #manufacturer #bostoncenterless #manufacturing #contractmanufacturing #machining #manufacturers #manufacturingindustry #industrial #industrialmanufacturing #defense #defenseindustry #aerospace #aerospaceindustry

Have you heard the news? The B-21 Raider took its first test flight recently, moving the futuristic warplane closer to becoming the nation's next nuclear weapons stealth bomber! 😮 The Raider flew in Palmdale, California, where it has been under testing and development by Northrop Grumman. The Air Force is planning to build 100 of the warplanes, which have a flying wing shape much like their predecessor the B-2 Spirit but will incorporate advanced materials, propulsion and stealth technology to make them more survivable in a future conflict. The plane is planned to be produced in variants with and without pilots. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gaK3FCuf #daytonrogers #metalstamping #metalfabrication #security #metalforming #medical #aerospace #metals #industrial #manufacturing #industrialmanufacturing #aerospaceengineering #engineering

𝗔 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗺: 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗮'𝘀 𝗡𝘂𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝗺𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 In a recent congressional revelation, the spotlight has turned to Russia's potential advancements in nuclear anti-satellite (ASAT) technologies. This development isn't just about new military capabilities; it's a wake-up call to the international community about the evolving landscape of space warfare and defense. The implications extend beyond immediate threats to assets in space, touching on broader issues of international treaties, specifically the 1967 Outer Space Treaty and the urgent need for strategic dialogues to prevent Russian aggression. As we stand at this vital moment, the conversation needs to pivot to more proactive measures. How do we balance national security with the collective responsibility of preserving space as a global commons? This scenario presents a unique opportunity for policymakers, industry leaders, and the global community to engage in meaningful dialogue and collaboration. #SpaceDefense #Policy #spaceforce #nukes

🛰️ **Insights on Russian Nuclear Anti-Satellite Weapons: A Balanced US Approach Needed** - **Urgency in Washington**: The White House confirms Russia's development of a concerning anti-satellite capability, emphasizing the need for a measured US response. - **The Role of ASATs**: Anti-satellite weapons, capable of disabling or destroying satellites, underscore the strategic importance of space assets in modern life and national security. - **Russia's Capabilities**: Existing Russian ASAT capabilities range from cyberattacks to direct-ascent missiles, posing a multifaceted threat to space systems. - **Nuclear-armed ASATs**: A potential shift towards nuclear-armed anti-satellite weapons could drastically increase the stakes, threatening massive disruption across military and civilian satellites globally. - **International Norms**: The deployment of such weapons would challenge existing space treaties and norms, necessitating a strong international response. - **Strategic Response**: The US must enhance the resilience of its space assets while rallying international opposition to the militarization of space. 🌐 **#SpaceSecurity #GeopoliticalStrategy #USForeignPolicy #InternationalRelations #SpaceTreaty #DefenseTechnology** For more detailed analysis, visit [Atlantic Council](https://lnkd.in/eDNNsMrk). ---