Kris Osborn

Kris Osborn is the President of Warrior Maven - Center for Military Modernization. Osborn previously served at the Pentagon as a Highly Qualified Expert with the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army—Acquisition, Logistics & Technology. Osborn has also worked as an anchor and on-air military specialist at national TV networks. He has appeared as a guest military expert on Fox News, MSNBC, The Military Channel, and The History Channel. He also has a Masters Degree in Comparative Literature from Columbia University

An F-35 Lightning II pilot from Hill Air Force Base, Utah, waits to taxi onto the runway June 20, 2019, at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho. This double exposure photo was achieved in camera by combining two perspectives, a photo of the F-35 and photo of the sky, to create a singular image. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Airman 1st Class Andrew Kobialka)

Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

The Only Real Choice: Canada Needs the F-35 Stealth Fighter

Key Points and Summary – Canada is reassessing whether to complete its 88-jet F-35 purchase or pivot to Saab’s JAS 39 Gripen amid political...

Kris OsbornSeptember 20, 2025

Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

China’s Mighty Dragon J-20 vs. America’s F-22 Raptor: Who Wins Comes Down to 1 Thing

Key Points and Summary – With China’s J-20 appearing in larger numbers, the big question is whether it could beat an F-22 one-on-one. -The...

Kris OsbornSeptember 19, 2025

Afterburners are lit as an F-22 Raptor performs an aerial demonstration at the New York Air Show at Montgomery, New York, Aug. 23, 2025. The rapid change in angle of attack causes visible vapor to form around the aircraft, giving spectators a clear view of the jet’s aerodynamic performance. This demonstration highlights the unique thrust-vectoring capabilities of the F-22, allowing it to achieve extreme agility unmatched by other fighter aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Lauren Cobin)

Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

The F-22 Raptor Stealth Fighter’s Biggest Problem In 1 Word

Key Points and Summary – ‘First shot–first kill’ defines the F-22 Raptor’s mission: stealth, speed, vectoring and upgraded sensors/weapons (3.2B, AIM-9X/120, AESA, new comms/computing)...

Kris OsbornSeptember 18, 2025

The B-21 Raider is designed with an open systems architecture, enabling rapid insertion of mature technologies and allowing the aircraft to be effective as threats evolve. The bomber was designed up front for supportability and maintainability-based upon decades of lessons learned and best practices from prior aircraft programs-to improve long-term affordability and outcomes in operations and sustainment. The B-21 first flight is anticipated to take place in calendar year 2023. (U.S. Air Force photo)

Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

The New B-21 Raider Is Far More Than Just A ‘Stealth Bomber’

Key Points and Summary – New images of the B-21 Raider hint at major advances over the B-2. -The Raider’s smaller wingspan and lower...

Kris OsbornSeptember 17, 2025

A U.S. Navy F/A-18F and F-35, both assigned to Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 9, fly over the Point Mugu Sea Range in Southern California with a U.S. Air Force F-15 during Gray Flag 2024 on Sept. 24, 2024. Gray Flag is an annual large-force test event that brings the joint force together to test and evaluate multi-domain systems in a maritime environment, ensuring our nation’s warfighters are equipped with effective, interoperable systems that will help them deter aggression, protect our nation’s prosperity and security, and return home safely to their families. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Kory Hughs)

Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

The F/A-XX Stealth Fighter Has a Message for the U.S. Navy (If It Survives)

Key Points and Summary – Despite continual F-35C upgrades (Block 4 weapons, better coatings, AI-ready computing), a new F/A-XX is operationally justified. -However, at...

Kris OsbornSeptember 16, 2025

A second B-21 Raider, the world’s sixth-generation stealth bomber, test aircraft arrives at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., Sept. 11, 2025. The addition of the second test aircraft expands mission systems and weapons integration testing, advancing the program toward operational readiness. (Courtesy photo)

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What Makes the B-21 Raider Stealth Bomber A Powerhouse? 1 Word.

Key Points and Summary – With a second B-21 now flying, the Air Force and Northrop Grumman are leaning hard into cost control and...

Kris OsbornSeptember 13, 2025

Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

The Truth About Russia’s Su-57 Felon ‘Stealth’ Fighter

Key Points and Summary – Russia touts the Su-57 as a fifth-gen peer to America’s F-35/F-22, with supercruise, AESA sensors and loyal-wingman control. -The...

Kris OsbornSeptember 12, 2025

U.S. Air Force Maj. Kristin “BEO” Wolfe, F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team pilot and commander, flies an F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 421st Fighter Generation Squadron during Naval Air Station Key West 2023 Southernmost Air Spectacular over Boca Chica Field in Key West, Florida, April 14, 2023. The F-35 demonstrated its capabilities during the airhshow, along with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and other various performers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kaitlyn Ergish)

Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

The F-35 ‘Ferrari’ Fighter Might Be ‘Coming Soon’ to a War Near You

Key Points and Summary – Lockheed Martin’s “Ferrari” concept frames an F-35 5th-gen-plus: a software-first overhaul that adds AI-assisted sensor fusion, TR-3/Block 4 computing,...

Kris OsbornSeptember 12, 2025

J-35 Fighter In Elephant Walk PLAAF Photo

Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

China’s New J-20S Stealth Fighter: The ‘Secret’ Is Out

Key Points and Summary – China’s J-20S formal debut signals a shift in PLAAF doctrine and what looks like an actual ‘secret weapon’ of...

Kris OsbornSeptember 11, 2025

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Kris Osborn

Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

The Only Real Choice: Canada Needs the F-35 Stealth Fighter

Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

China’s Mighty Dragon J-20 vs. America’s F-22 Raptor: Who Wins Comes Down to 1 Thing

Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

The F-22 Raptor Stealth Fighter’s Biggest Problem In 1 Word

Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

The New B-21 Raider Is Far More Than Just A ‘Stealth Bomber’

Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

The F/A-XX Stealth Fighter Has a Message for the U.S. Navy (If It Survives)

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What Makes the B-21 Raider Stealth Bomber A Powerhouse? 1 Word.

Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

The Truth About Russia’s Su-57 Felon ‘Stealth’ Fighter

Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

The F-35 ‘Ferrari’ Fighter Might Be ‘Coming Soon’ to a War Near You

Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

China’s New J-20S Stealth Fighter: The ‘Secret’ Is Out

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