Colton Jones

Colton Jones serves as Deputy Editor of Defence Blog, with a specialization in the U.S. defense industrial base. A former member of the United States Air Force, Colton brings firsthand military experience to his analysis of procurement, defense manufacturing, and Pentagon policy. He is one of the blog’s lead writers and most respected defense experts.
Aviation

Indiana National Guard replaces legendary A-10 with F-16 jets

A ceremony was held in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to celebrate the arrival of the F-16 Fighting Falcon jets as part of the Indiana National Guard's modernization plan. Airmen from the 122nd Fighter Wing proudly displayed the F-16 during...
Army

U.S. State Department clears potential HIMARS sale to Latvia

The U.S. State Department has given its approval for a potential Foreign Military Sale to Latvia, which involves the acquisition of M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and associated equipment, with an estimated value of $220...
Maritime Security

US Navy tests new containerized missile launcher

The U.S. Navy has announced that the USS Savannah (LCS 28) showcased its capabilities with a live-fire demonstration on October 24th in the Eastern Pacific Ocean.  According to a press release, during the exercise, a containerized launching system...
Aviation

Futuristic drone draws military attention at Exercise Apollo Shield

Ascent AeroSystems showcased its innovative unmanned aerial system, the Spirit, during the Blue UAS Industry Day held as part of Exercise Apollo Shield at the Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center on October 20, 2023. Exercise Apollo Shield represents...
Aviation

Sweden to upgrade its Gripen fighter jets

Saab, the Swedish aerospace and defense company, has secured an additional order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to ensure the continuous operation and capability improvement of the Gripen C/D fighter aircraft. The order is valued...
Aviation

Philippines buys C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifters

The Department of National Defense of the Republic of the Philippines has made a significant announcement, revealing the acquisition of three C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifters from Lockheed Martin through a Direct Commercial Sale. According to a press release...
Aviation

Futuristic all-electric aircraft lands at Joint Base Andrews

The U.S. Air Force's industry storefront and innovation organization AFWERX, and its primary division partner, BETA Technologies, successfully landed the ALIA, an all-electric conventional take-off and landing aircraft, at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland during a...
Army

Dutch airmobile brigade receives first GRF tactical vehicle

Defenture, a leading provider of light tactical and air transportable vehicles, has delivered the first GRF vehicle (better known as Vector within the Dutch Ministry of Defense) for the 11 Air Mobile Brigade (11LMB). The first test vehicle...
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