:

Briefing

By Cal Biesecker

Tuesday, November 1st, 2016

SHARE:

L-3 Communications [LLL] President and COO Christopher Kubasik says during the third quarter the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority awarded made two orders for the company to supply 10 explosive detection systems (EDS). He also says L-3 is providing EDS systems to Turkey’s Istanbul Airport after winning a competitive tender for checked baggage screening systems. The U.S. Transportation Security Administration also ordered additional ProVision 2 AIT systems for U.S. airports, bringing the installed base of ProVisions to 1,800 at more…

Congress

Appropriators Press For Details On Iran War Costs; DoD’s $29B Estimate Doesn’t Include Base Damage

The Pentagon estimates the U.S.’ ongoing conflict with Iran has now cost at least $29 billion, while a lead official noted the updated figure does not factor in damage to […]

Congress

Appropriators Offer Skepticism On $350B Defense Reconciliation Plan, ‘Big Risk’ For Key Initiatives

Senate and House Appropriators told Pentagon leadership on Tuesday they’re skeptical of the department’s plan to fund $350 billion of the fiscal year 2027 defense budget through the reconciliation process, […]

Congress

All Future Systems Should Have Autonomy Features, Reed Says

Last week, Sen. Jack Reed (D-R.I.) visited North Kingstown, R.I.-based Senesco, which is teaming with autonomous systems company Havoc to bid on the U.S. Navy’s Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel program. […]

Congress

Senate Appropriators Concerned With DoD’s Reconciliation Plan For Top FY ‘27 Priorities, Aide Says

Senate defense appropriators have concerns with the Pentagon’s decision to include key fiscal year 2027 funding priorities, such as critical munitions and drones production, among its request for $350 billion […]