The Weekly Break Out

Air Force braces for new era of AI-powered hacking, plus unpacking the Mecca pact

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0000

In this week's episode of The Break Out, networks reporter Mark Pomerleau explains a new US Air Force effort to develop a defensive cyber "campaign plan" to ward off threats posed by artificial intelligence.

Then Breaking Defense Editor-in-Chief Aaron Mehta and Deputy Editor Lee Ferran consider nuclear and defense industry implications stemming from a recently signed trilateral defense pact linking Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey.

Underwritten by Leonardo DRS.

An Army leadership shakeup, plus lasers on the border

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0000

In this week's episode of The Break Out, Army reporter Carly Welch explores the highlights from recent laser-powered counter-drone experiments by the US Army, particularly around the US-Mexico border.

Then Carly and Breaking Defense Editor-in-Chief Aaron Mehta review a fair bit of tumult — including the surprise, but not unexpected, news that the service's top civilian is leaving — among the Army's civilian leadership ahead of midterm elections in November.

Underwritten by Leonardo DRS.

How a new Pentagon memo 'resets' industry requirements, plus highlights from TechNet

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0000

In this week's episode of The Break Out, a new Defense Department memo reorients data disclosure guidance for Pentagon contractors, but it also raises several key unanswered questions, as congressional reporter Valerie Insinna tells Deputy Editor Lee Ferran.

Then networks reporter Mark Pomerleau unpacks what he learned from top Army officials during the recent TechNet Augusta conference in northern Georgia, including a few artificial intelligence initiatives in the works.

Underwritten by Leonardo DRS.

Diving into Trump's unusual shipbuilding plans, plus an SMD expo floor tour

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:44:00 +0000

In this week's episode of The Break Out, Breaking Defense Deputy Editor Lee Ferran and Air Warfare Reporter Michael Marrow discuss a new, wide-ranging national security memo from President Donald Trump aiming to drastically change navy shipbuilding.

Then we turn to Breaking Defense Multimedia Editor Daniel Woolfolk, who takes viewers on a tour around the expo floor at this year's Space and Missile Defense Symposium in Huntsville, Ala.

Underwritten by Leonardo DRS.

Farnborough last looks, plus how the Iran war is affecting arms sales

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:52:00 +0000

In this week's episode of The Break Out, Breaking Defense's Multimedia Director Daniel Woolfolk tours the grounds around the Farnborough Airshow. Then we turn to Breaking Defense Middle East Contributing Editor Riad Kahwaji for a glimpse into how the war in Iran is reshaping regional military modernization. Underwritten by Leonardo DRS.

AIA chief Eric Fanning on the budget and the health of America's defense industry

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0000

In this week's episode of The Break Out, Breaking Defense Editor-in-Chief Aaron Mehta brings you an interview from the Farnborough Airshow, located outside of London.

At the conference, he talked with Eric Fanning, the former Army Secretary who now leads the Aerospace Industries Association. Fanning discussed a wide range of topics relevant to the US defense industry — all as airshow action was taking place above their heads.

Pentagon pursues space-based solar power

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:24:00 +0000

In this week's episode of The Break Out, Breaking Defense Editor-in-Chief Aaron Mehta and Senior Space Reporter Theresa Hitchens discuss the US military's renewed ambition to harness solar power for missions in orbit. Can interest from Silicon Valley and venture capitalists help deliver a new solution?

Then Mehta and Deputy Editor Lee Ferran recap top news from the NATO 2026 summit in Ankara before setting the scene for next week's Farnborough International Airshow in the United Kingdom.

Underwritten by Leonardo DRS.

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How Trump wants to change American weapon sales abroad

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:37:00 +0000

Another week means another executive order — this time with President Donald Trump looking to change how the Foreign Military Sales process works. In the latest edition of The Weekly Break Out, Editor-in-Chief Aaron Mehta and Air Warfare Reporter Michael Marrow talk through how this might impact global weapon sales.

Then after the break, the two preview the upcoming Munich Security Conference and how it could be a tease for the 2028 presidential election. Underwritten by Leonardo DRS.

Visit breakingdefense.com for more defense news throughout the week.

What to watch: Trump vs. Canada, Saudi F-35s, new naval tech

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 19:00:00 +0000

President Donald Trump has again come out swinging in a Truth Social post — this time against the Canadian aerospace industry in retaliation for the country's delayed certification of US-made Gulfstream jets for use in Canada. On a new episode of The Weekly Break Out, Editor-in-Chief Aaron Mehta and Deputy Editor Lee Ferran flag how the heated rivalry could affect America's militarized variants of Canada's Bombardier airframes.

Then, they look ahead to two major conferences: World Defense Show in Saudi Arabia, where new details of the kingdom's push to own the F-35 could emerge, and WEST 2026, the annual naval expo that brings together ships and information technology in California. Stay tuned for coverage from both shows. Underwritten by Leonardo DRS.

Visit breakingdefense.com for more defense news throughout the week.

Trump targets defense giants in Davos as Qatari Air Force One nears takeoff

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 19:00:00 +0000

President Donald Trump used the World Economic Forum in Davos to escalate his pressure campaign on the US defense industry to speed up weapons production. Meanwhile, new reporting reveals the controversial Qatari Boeing 747, intended to serve as an interim Air Force One, could fly as soon as this summer, raising fresh questions about security upgrades, contractors and timelines.

On a new episode of The Weekly Break Out, Editor-in-Chief Aaron Mehta and Deputy Editor Lee Ferran break down what Trump said, why it matters for defense primes heading into earnings call season and what to watch next in the Air Force One saga. Underwritten by Leonardo DRS.

Visit breakingdefense.com for more defense news throughout the week.

Who's who in Air Force acquisition, and new surface Navy tech

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 18:03:00 +0000

What's in a name? Here's who the Air Force has tapped to be program acquisition executives as the Pentagon rebrands its program executive officers. Then, The Weekly Break Out tours the show floor at the Surface Navy Association's 2026 conference for a peek at an Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, a solar-powered maritime drone, a floating combat hospital and more.

Trump takes aim at major defense firms, demands faster production

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 17:39:00 +0000

It was a Truth Social post that shook the defense industry: President Donald Trump lashed out at big defense contractors over stock buybacks and CEO pay. Get caught up, and then see what there is to "sea" at this week's Surface Navy Association conference.

Lessons learned from the US raid on Venezuela

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 19:18:00 +0000

The United States carried out what may become one of the most consequential military raids in modern history. In this episode of The Weekly Break Out, CSIS defense expert Mark Cancian analyzes the US operation in Venezuela, explaining how American forces penetrated Russian-made S-300 air defense systems, leveraged Cyber Command and Space Command and executed a complex joint mission without American losses. The discussion explores what the raid reveals about Russian air defense weaknesses, lessons learned from past US failures and what China and Russia can — and cannot — replicate, particularly in a Taiwan scenario. Cancian also assesses the long-term implications for US military posture in the Western Hemisphere and whether sustained forces in the region are now inevitable. Underwritten by Leonardo DRS.

Stories:

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New National Security Strategy drops as Congress floats $901B NDAA

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 20:09:00 +0000

This week on The Weekly Break Out, Aaron Mehta and Lee Ferran break down the Trump administration's new National Security Strategy, what it signals for Europe, Russia and homeland defense — and how it aligns with what we heard at the Reagan National Defense Forum. Then after the break, the hosts dig into the compromise 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, including why lawmakers added $8 billion above the Pentagon's request and why this year's bill stayed clean. Underwritten by Leonardo DRS.

Navy cancels Constellation-Class Frigate + Reagan Forum Preview

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:58:00 +0000

The Navy's decision to cancel its Constellation-class frigate program has shifted from quiet speculation to front-page news. In this episode of The Weekly Break Out, Breaking Defense unpacks what might come next for Fincantieri and US sailors. Then the conversation moves west to Simi Valley, where the upcoming Reagan National Defense Forum is set to gather defense officials, lawmakers, generals and CEOs for one of the most influential policy events of the year. We lay out the themes and personalities expected to dominate the conference, including White House budget office boss Russ Vought. If you follow US defense policy, shipbuilding challenges, or the intersection of politics and the Pentagon, this episode is for you. Underwritten by Leonardo DRS.

Read more: Navy kills four ships in Constellation-class frigate program in 'strategic shift'

What's new at the Dubai Airshow + touring the F-35

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 17:53:00 +0000

At the 2025 Dubai Airshow, Breaking Defense breaks down the biggest trends in combat aviation in the Middle East — from a surge in autonomous systems to global competition between the US, Russia, China and more. Agnes Helou and Michael Marrow highlight what's driving demand in the region and what's new on the show floor. Then, we take you on a walkaround tour of an F-35 with a fighter pilot who explains the jet's sensors, weapons, engine, stealth features and how Block 4 upgrades enable manned-unmanned teaming with CCAs. Underwritten by Leonardo DRS.

Get our full Dubai Airshow coverage here.

0:00 — Autonomous systems dominate the 2025 Dubai Airshow
0:34 — Global players push drones and manned-unmanned teaming
1:57 — Russia's Su-75 model
2:34 — Space technology expands at the show
3:08 — F-35 walkaround tour begins
4:31 — F-35 sensors
5:31 — F-35 weapons
6:05 — F135 engine
7:00 — Block 4 CCA teaming

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New plans for US Cyber Command and Army helicopter training - The Weekly Break Out

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 23:28:00 +0000

US Cyber Command (CYBERCOM) is rethinking its anticipated "2.0" overhaul — but the final plan looks different from what many expected. On this episode of The Weekly Break Out, Breaking Defense's Deputy Editor Lee Ferran and Senior Networks and Information Warfare Reporter Mark Pomerleau walk through what actually changed, what didn't, and why CYBERCOM's update is now more about talent generation and training infrastructure than sweeping structural reforms. Then, Land Warfare Reporter Carley Welch breaks down the Army's Flight School Next initiative, a back-to-basics push to replace the UH-72 Lakota training helicopter with a simpler, IFR-certified single-engine aircraft. We cover the requirements, industry competitors, shutdown delays and what the future Army pilot pipeline could look like. Underwritten by Leonardo DRS.

Stories:
Pentagon releases 'revised' plan to boost cyber talent, 'domain mastery'
Inside six helo companies gunning for the Army's Flight School Next program

Hegseth to unveil major acquisition reforms in address to defense CEOs - The Weekly Break Out

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 21:23:00 +0000

The defense industry is standing by with bated breath as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is set to give a high-profile speech about acquisition on Friday. While no one's sure what exactly he'll say, there's plenty to preview in this episode of The Weekly Break Out. Then, hear what one congressman says is "heartbreaking" about the current state of US Cyber Command.

Stories:

0:00 - Introduction
0:33 - Hegseth's speech to defense CEOs
1:07 - Defense Security Cooperation Agency moving to acquisition office
1:38 - Army, Navy and Air Force acquisition changes
2:01 - How the defense industry might react
3:11 - Underwritten by Leonardo DRS
3:26 - CYBERCOM leadership void
4:21 - Why an acting leader isn't enough
5:58 - Conclusion

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Zombie planes and other Pentagon ghost stories - The Weekly Break Out

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 18:18:00 +0000

Something wicked this way comes to Breaking Defense... Our special Halloween episode of The Weekly Break Out brings you spooky tales of military technology programs that have died — and some that could return from beyond the grave.

US Coast Guard Calls Out Chinese Ships - The Weekly Break Out

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:25:00 +0000

This week on The Weekly Break Out, the US Coast Guard hopes publicly shaming Chinese ships for sailing too close to the US will avoid a future dispute. Then we look at the future of military command and control.

Space-based interceptors: What to expect. The Weekly Breakout

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 17:55:00 +0000

The Pentagon and industry are coming up with concepts of what space-based interceptors could be. Plus, we dig into the UK plan to avoid drone swarms.

Navy's Secret Combat Drone Plans. The Weekly Break Out

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 17:22:00 +0000

This week on The Break Out, Congress reporter Valerie Insinna unpacks the Navy's secretive plans for carrier-based Collaborative Combat Aircraft, while air warfare reporter Michael Marrow breaks down the Sentinel ICBM program's latest steps toward replacing America's aging nuclear missile silos.

Pentagon axes key capability office. The Weekly Break Out

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:33:00 +0000

This week, Pentagon reporter Ashley Roque discusses how the DoD nixed the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System, better known as JCIDS. Plus, an Air National Guard base gets the F-15EX.

How DOGE cuts are being institutionalized in the Pentagons policy. The Weekly Break Out

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 14:37:00 +0000

In this week's episode, Air Warfare reporter Michael Marrow discusses how the Pentagon is making DOGE part of its regular process. Plus, Aaron Mehta and Lee Ferran discuss changes to the defense cyber workforce.

Ukraine's hopes of drone exports hits turbulence. The Weekly Break Out

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 17:18:00 +0000

In this week's episode of the Break Out, we lay out the bumps Ukraine is seeing for its drone exports and we dive into a Navy exercise that mimics a real-world scenario.

Army bets big on Palantir and Golden Dome takes center stage. The Weekly Breakout

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 14:18:00 +0000

In this week's Break Out, we talk Palantir's all-in-one contract and discuss why Golden Dome will be the talk of the Space and Missile Defense Symposium this week in Huntsville.

A potential new CNO plus a look at a White House AI Action Plan. The Weekly Breakout

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 00:13:00 +0000

Adm. Daryl Caudle recently had his confirmation hearing for CNO. Naval Warfare Reporter Justin Katz runs down what you need to know about Caudle's confirmation hearing. Also, the White House recently released the AI Action Plan, which includes 19 recommendations involving the DoD.

What's going on with the Navy's next-gen fighter? The Weekly Break Out Ep. 26

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 16:12:00 +0000

In this week's Break Out, Aaron and Lee discuss hints from the administration and congress that might give us a glimpse of the future of the FA-XX program. Plus, get ready for more shows from Breaking Defense that cover Congress and the Middle East.

Are Cracks Developing in the ICE Pact? The Weekly Break Out Ep. 25

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 18:44:00 +0000

In this week's episode of The Weekly Break Out, editor Lee Ferran is joined by reporters Justin Katz and Carley Welch to talk icebreakers and a new drone directive.

Various approaches emerge about Golden Dome. The Weekly Break Out Ep. 24

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 15:55:00 +0000

In this week's episode of the Break Out, Aaron Mehta and Lee Ferran discuss how companies, big and small, are exploring Golden Dome. Plus, the latest on the defense budget.

NATO leaders discuss increased spending. The Weekly Break Out Ep. 23

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 17:54:00 +0000

In this week's episode, Air Warfare reporter Michael Marrow reports about NATO's new 5 percent spending requirement. Hear reaction from NATO and European leaders.

US bombs Iran and China refuels a satellite. The Weekly Break Out Ep. 22

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 14:29:00 +0000

In this episode of the Weekly Break Out. Reporter Ashley Roque shows us how the U.S. bombing campaign against Iranian nuclear sites unfolded. And reporter Theresa Hitchens explains the significance of a first-ever satellite refueling in space.

Hegseth faces lawmakers and an F-35 exclusive. The Weekly Break Out Ep. 21

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 14:48:00 +0000

This week on The Break Out, editors Aaron Mehta and Lee Ferran discuss Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's series of Congressional hearings and what to expect from them. Then, Aaron is joined by Michael Marrow to discuss a recent story about the status of the F-35's radar.

Pacific policy in Singapore and the UK's new defense plan. The Weekly Break Out Ep. 20

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:28:00 +0000

This week on The Break Out, editors Aaron Mehta and Lee Ferran go global.
First, the pair discuss the top stories out of the Shangri-La Dialogues, the annual gathering in Singapore of defense leaders from around the Pacific. Then, they turn to the United Kingdom, and its roll out of the much-anticipated Strategic Defence Review.

Army Aviation shifts on aircraft and unmanned systems. The Weekly Break Out Ep. 19

Tue, 27 May 2025 15:15:00 +0000

This week, Senior Reporter Ashley Roque speaks to Managing Editor Lee Farran about news from the recent Army Aviation Association of America conference. Plus, we dig into the future of the F-35.

Air Force chief emphasizes agility in hopes of budget boost. The Weekly Break Out Ep. 18

Tue, 20 May 2025 14:50:00 +0000

In this episode of the Weekly Break Out, Air Warfare Reporter Michael Marrow talks about his exclusive story with Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin. Hear what Allvin feels the Air Force has over other services ahead of the budget.

Shifting orbits in space authorities. The Weekly Break Out Ep. 17

Tue, 13 May 2025 16:06:00 +0000

In this episode of the Weekly Break Out, we discuss how rules of engagement in space may be shifting. Plus, we preview President Trump's upcoming trip to the Middle East and Qatar's gift of an Air Force One plays into Boeing's delivery of the presidential plane.

Major shifts in the Army and the infrastructure needed to modernize ICBMs. The Weekly Break Out Ep. 16

Wed, 07 May 2025 12:36:00 +0000

In this edition of the Break Out, Senior Land/OSD Reporter Ash Roque joins Aaron Mehta to discuss some of the big changes coming to the Army, which include those to ground vehicles. Air Warfare reporter Michael Marrow shows you what the Air Force wants in the ground as it modernizes its ICBMs.

How defense could get $150B in addition to the budget. The Weekly Break Out Ep. 15

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 14:25:00 +0000

In this episode of the Break Out, Aaron Mehta and Lee Ferran dive into the reconciliation bill Republicans are pushing on Capitol Hill. Plus, we see major changes in international defense spending.

Hegseth allies ousted and land programs hang in the balance. The Weekly Break Out Ep. 14

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:01:00 +0000

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth fires some top aides. Army vehicles programs face overhaul fears. All that and more in this week's Break Out.

Hegseth cancels $5.1 billion in IT contracts. The Weekly Break Out Ep. 13

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 15:49:00 +0000

In this edition of the Weekly Break Out, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth cancels several IT contracts. Reporter Carley Welch discusses its impact with Aaron Mehta. Plus, we recap the Sea, Air, Space Conference.

Aboard the USS Gerald R. Ford and a review of Trump's first weeks in office. The Weekly Break Out Ep. 12

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 15:23:00 +0000

In this episode of the Weekly Break Out, Lee speaks to naval reporter Justin Katz about his recent trip aboard the USS Gerald Ford as it prepares for an upcoming voyage, plus, Aaron Mehta and Lee Ferran review the whirlwind first few weeks of the Trump administration.

Trump announces F-47: What that means for Boeing. The Weekly Break Out Ep. 11

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 20:11:00 +0000

In this edition of the Weekly Break Out, President Trump announced that Boeing won the competition to build the sixth-generation fighter, the F-47. Aaron Mehta and Valerie Insinna break down the announcement and what the historic win means for Boeing as a company.

DoD shutters historic Pentagon office, orders contracts null. The Weekly Break Out Ep. 10

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 19:46:00 +0000

In this episode of the Weekly Break Out, we discuss the Pentagon's "disestablishing" of the Office of Net Assessment. Plus, air warfare reporter Michael Marrow discusses his reporting on the future of foreign military contracts with the F-35.

Army's new guidance on lost drones and a major contractor is out of a Navy contract. The Weekly Break Out Ep. 9

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 16:46:00 +0000

In this week's episode of The Weekly Break Out, we discuss major Navy news out of an Air Force show. Plus, the Army issues new guidance on dealing with lost drones. And finally, we look at upcoming shows.

The state of Trump's Pentagon nominees. The Weekly Break Out Ep. 8

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 20:32:00 +0000

Senior Reporter Valerie Insinna speaks to Aaron Mehta about the state of President Trump's nominees within the Department of Defense. Plus, we preview the Air Force Association meeting this week in Colorado.

Who will replace the CQ Brown as the chairman of the joint chiefs? The Weekly Break Out Ep. 7

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 20:26:00 +0000

In a surprise move on Friday, President Trump fired CQ Brown, the chairman of the joint chiefs and nominated Lt. Gen. Dan Caine, a little-known general, as his replacement. Plus, the Pentagon seeks to reprioritize $50 billion. Aaron Mehta and Lee Ferran break it down and let you know what they will be looking out for as departments propose cuts.

Land vehicles and UAVs take center stage at IDEX 2025: The Weekly Break Out Ep. 6

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:14:00 +0000

Lee Ferran and Agnes Helou travel to Abu Dhabi to get you the latest from the IDEX 2025: International Defence Exhibition & Conference as well as a glimpse from the nearby maritime NAVDEX show.

Decoding the Pentagon memo on Trump's 'Iron Dome for America': The Weekly Break Out Ep. 5

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 15:45:00 +0000

In this episode of The Weekly Break Out, space reporter Teresa Hitchens and Aaron Mehta take a deep dive into her coverage of how President Donald Trump's "Iron Dome for America" plan is beginning to form. Plus, The Marine Corps makes a surprise shift in its F-35 strategy.

Contracting chaos and congressional dollars: The Weekly Break Out Ep. 4

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:27:00 +0000

It's an industry-heavy episode of The Break Out this week, as Congressional and Industry Reporter Valerie Insinna joins Aaron Mehta to discuss the latest, including the state of defense contracting after some uncertainty.

Plus, a discussion on Valerie's exclusive interview with Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Sen. Roger Wicker and a roundup of first quarter reports from the big defense primes.

Hesgeth arrives and SDA drama: The Weekly Break Out Ep. 3

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 22:22:00 +0000

In this week's episode, we talk about what to expect from the new defense secretary, plus run through a pair of industry conferences happening this week. And in the final segment, we swap Lee out for our own Michael Marrow to discuss the drama around the Space Development Agency.

The funding fight and exclusive interviews: The Weekly Break Out Ep. 2

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 21:44:00 +0000

In the second episode of Breaking Defense's web series, Editor-in-Chief Aaron Mehta and Managing Editor Lee Ferran take a look at looming battles as Trump comes back into office.

Will Elon Musk's DOGE come for the Pentagon? The Weekly Breakout Ep. 1

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 19:55:00 +0000

In this inaugural episode of The Break Out, we discuss if Elon Musk's DOGE, or Department of Government Efficiency, might end up setting policy. Plus, we dive into fleet issues as the Surface Navy Association symposium starts off. And finally, we will tell you more about this show, The Break Out and where to find it.