Armstrong: Mars trip will be easier

Posted at: Wed Sep 7th, 2005

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) -- Neil Armstrong said Tuesday that a human expedition to Mars won't happen for at least 20 years, but might be easier than the trip that made him the first person to step onto the moon in 1969. Armstrong said scientists must develop better onboard spacecra...

Targeted Bases Unlikely to Stay Open

Posted at: Wed Sep 7th, 2005

WASHINGTON -- The military base closings that the Pentagon and a commission have recommended are likely to be approved by President Bush and Congress, leaving communities around the country with little hope that targeted facilities will be spared.

Singapore's RSAF Decides to Fly Like An Eagle

Posted at: Wed Sep 7th, 2005

SINGAPORE (AFX) - Singapore is in the final stages of negotiations with Boeing Co for its new generation of fighters, indicating the US-made F-15 has won over the French-built Rafale, the defense ministry said.

Raptor enters final phase of testing

Posted at: Wed Sep 7th, 2005

After 19 years of development, the Lockheed Martin/Boeing F/A-22 Raptor has reached the final hurdle before entering service with the US Air Force. Follow-on test and evaluation of the stealth fighter began on 29 August, with the USAF still planning to declare initial operational capability in Decem...