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New aerial defense system helps Marines blast simulated cruise missiles
The system would protect far-flung Marines as they strike enemy ships with missiles.
By Todd South
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Here’s how Marine air power will shift with the Corps’ 2022 aviation plan
It's the Corps’ first publicly released aviation plan since 2019.
By Todd South
Marine Corps wants money for ships, missiles, sensors
Money is coming, but not exactly at the level or timing that Marine leaders have wanted.
By Todd South
Marines will field counter-drone missiles for JLTV and a single radar that replaces five others
The air defense equipment is vital to Marine Corps near-peer competition in contested environments.
By Todd South
The Corps seeks Reaper drones in budget request, but will only add 100 Marines in 2020
The Corps plans to buy 3 hunter-killer Reaper drones. It will be a first for the Corps operating a group five drone.
By Shawn Snow
Marines receive new advanced air defense system as air threats loom
The Corps plans to buy six new G/ATOR systems, to the tune of $225M.
By Shawn Snow