Bunker Talk: Your weekend open discussion thread
Bunker Talk invites readers to discuss what we did and didn’t cover this week, from defense news to off-topic chat. Join the conversation responsibly.
NASA T-38 replacement search begins with industry survey
NASA has opened an industry survey for a NASA T-38 replacement, seeking modern high-performance jets to support astronaut training and chase operations.
USAF C-17 Moscow landing sparks speculation over mission
A U.S. Air Force C-17 landed at Moscow’s Vnukovo Airport after departing Riga, drawing wide interest. The mission remains unconfirmed amid ongoing diplomacy.
Bunker Talk: Open thread on this week’s defense topics
Bunker Talk invites readers to discuss defense and security stories we did and didn’t cover this week, with clear guidelines for civil debate.
Boeing takes $280M charge on VC-25B program losses
Boeing recorded a $280 million charge on the VC-25B program, lifting total losses above $3 billion as it targets 2028 delivery of the Air Force One replacement.
F-15EX air-to-ground role advances with new training
The F-15EX air-to-ground mission is taking shape as Oregon’s 142nd Wing drops training bombs and Air Force testers load StormBreaker munitions in Japan.