Pyongyang claims the US flew 210 spy flights over its territory in the month of November. The official news agency announced the news late last week, saying different types of aircraft made the flights and labeling the effort an “all time high.” Pyongyang says the US dialogue of late has been a cover for these flights.
While the Pentagon has signaled its intent to scale technology, field new systems faster, and work more with nontraditional vendors, a new report identifies persistent manufacturing capacity, resourcing, workforce, and modernization challenges that could hinder its ability to deliver on those goals.