The Army relies on what it calls vertical lift systems, primarily helicopters, to accomplish reconnaissance and attack ...

The Future Vertical Lift initiative is a bright spot in major defense platform acquisition. The story of how the FVL vision has come to fruition still holds important lessons even today. The U.S.

The Apache helicopter, long the mainstay of U.S. helicopter power, is set to receive significant upgrades and improvements that will keep the aircraft relevant long into the future. In a... The U.S.

Nearly two decades before the Harrier jump jet would prove the efficacy of vertical take-off and landing platforms, the U.S. Navy considered taking another approach to fielding fighters without a ...