The U.S. Navy’s fiscal 2013 defense budget request calls for the construction of the John F. Kennedy (CVN 79) aircraft carrier.
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USN to study arming USV with Rafael Spike
The U.S. Navy is conducting further studies of arming an unmanned surface vehicle with the Rafael Spike missile after being impressed by the weapon during an exercise.
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Washington wants more access to Philippines ports and airfields
American and Philippine officials are in discussion to increase the number and frequency of visits by U.S. warships and planes.
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ELM-2022A sold to two customers
IAI announced that it has sold the ELM-2022A airborne maritime surveillance radar to two foreign customers.
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Piece from EA-6 hits moving vehicle
A EA-6 Prowler landing at Naval Air Facility Atsugi lost a few pieces of its fuselage and one piece hit a moving vehicle.
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