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The US Military Just Made History With A C-17 Plane & A Nuclear Reactor

staff@slashgear.com (Ron King) — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 04:45:00 +0000

The U.S. military made history on Feb 15 by airlifting a nuclear reactor for the first time. Here's why they did that and what it means for the military.

Some US Navy Ships Have Massive White Domes: Here's What They're Used For

staff@slashgear.com (Eli Shayotovich) — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 22:45:00 +0000

You've probably noticed the strange white domes on Navy ships. They look simple, but what they hide inside plays a crucial role in modern warfare.

USS Enterprise: How Many Fighter Jets Can The Newest Aircraft Carrier Hold?

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 15:45:00 +0000

The USS Enterprise is not one ship, but many, the name being reused throughout America's history. The latest Enterprise is on the way, but how big will it be?

Lockheed Martin Unveils Undersea Drone That Latches Onto Any Vessel

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:45:00 +0000

Not all drones fly. Lockheed Martin's new underwater drone takes a new approach by combining high tech with the ability to latch onto any vessel.

The US Air Force Just Banned Troops From Using This Popular New Tech

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Littlechild) — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:45:00 +0000

An updated Air Force dress code policy strictly prohibits a popular wearable device for troops. Here is why officials say the tech is a security risk.

Historic Air Force Base Gets $133M Upgrade – Here's What They're Building

staff@slashgear.com (Bob Sharp) — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 14:45:00 +0000

The base is more than a century old, and the expensive works mean that it will continue to support state-of-the-art aircraft far in the future.

This Lockheed Flying Aircraft Carrier Concept Would Have Been Terrifying

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:45:00 +0000

Modern machines of war are intimidating, but Lockheed drew up plans for a flying aircraft carrier in the 1960s that was would have had enemies duly alarmed.

US Kicks Off 'Game Of Drones' To Find Next Generation Of Unmanned Aircraft

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 23:45:00 +0000

The U.S. military has chosen to take a more expedited approach to drone development as part of the Department of War's Drone Dominance program.

Why US Navy Avenger-Class Minesweepers Have Been Pulled From The Middle East

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 19:45:00 +0000

Four Avenger-class U.S. Navy minesweepers were removed from the Middle-East in early 2026 after being decommissioned earlier the previous year.

UK Program Aims To Bring 3D-Printed Drones To The Battlefield

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Littlechild) — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:45:00 +0000

Could the next wave of battlefield drones be built right beside the troops who use them? A UK experiment hints at a fast, flexible future for combat tech.

Pakistan's JF-17 Fighters Are A Hot Commodity – Here's Who's Looking To Buy

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Pakistan's JF-17 fighter is an increasingly popular purchase for a number of countries around the world, as it doesn't rely on U.S.-based supply chains.

Why Navy Planes Recently Flew In Formation Over The USS Gerald R. Ford

staff@slashgear.com (Joe Capraro) — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:45:00 +0000

A dramatic formation of jets and helicopters swept over the USS Gerald R. Ford, marking a significant event in the carrier's latest deployment.

Navy Base Shoots Down Unauthorized Drone, But The Pilot Was One Of Their Own

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 22:45:00 +0000

When the Navy responded to an unauthorized drone in proximity to one of its bases, it didn't expect to find the culprit inside the base. Here's what happened.

The US Navy Can't Get Its Cutting Edge Advanced Arresting Gear System To Work Reliably

staff@slashgear.com (Bob Sharp) — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:15:00 +0000

When its notorious reliability issues are solved, the system will be able to bring everything from drones to fighter jets to a safe halt on deck.

Will France's 'Super' Dassault Rafale Stealth Fighter Trump America's F-35?

staff@slashgear.com (Rahul Srinivas) — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:45:00 +0000

France's Dassault Aviation is currently working on the F5 standard Rafale fighter, also known as the Super Dassault Rafale. How will it compare to the F-35?

This Is The Largest Man-Made Moving Object In The World

staff@slashgear.com (Eli Shayotovich) — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 09:30:00 +0000

Humanity likes to think big. The largest man-made moving object in the world doesn't disappoint, with its sheer size dwarfing even the closest runner-up.

This Impressive US Navy Ship Does A Lot More Than Just Launch Fighter Jets

staff@slashgear.com (Alex Hevesy) — Sat, 07 Feb 2026 11:45:00 +0000

There are several impressive military ships in the United States Navy, but this one in particular sets itself apart from the others.

The US Navy Seal Fitness Test Is Getting Much Harder – Here's Why

staff@slashgear.com (Tom Clark) — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 21:45:00 +0000

In order to become a United States Navy SEAL, you have to complete rigorous training. However, it looks like it's going to get even harder.

Historic P-47G Thunderbolt To Fly Again After Spending Six Years Grounded

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 21:02:37 +0000

On February 7th, a historic P-47G airplane dating back to WWII will take to the skies once again. Here's where it came from and where you can see it.

Meet HANX: The US Marine Corps Unveils First Modular 3D-Printed Drone

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:45:00 +0000

Military drone technology is advancing quickly, and the U.S has a new 3D-printed drone that was designed and built by a team of Marines in North Carolina