The S&T procurement horizon is examined through two prisms – in the US through 2013 TSIS and in Europe through an examination of policy initiatives in France and Austria. Chuck Weirauch and Walter F. Ullrich report.

Transformation and reequipping the Brazilian armed forces, following the publication of the National Defense Strategy in 2008, has led to the rationalization of the training process and encouraged the use of simulators in training the military. Colonel Paulo Eduardo and Lieutenant Colonel Sérgio Simas Lopes Peres describe the situation.

The "Flying Camel" squadron is one of the primary Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) squadrons in the Israeli Air Force, responsible for gathering Visual Intelligence (VisInt) and providing real time mission support in the form of high quality visuals to fighter aircrafts and ground forces.

Facing Down New Budget Realities  Group Editor Marty Kauchak, with files from Chris Lehman, Dim Jones, Jeff Loube and Walter F. Ullrich, reports on their discussions with industry leaders at the 2012 I/ITSEC exploring the opportunities and challenges of the current defense budget environment.

Chris Lehman, editor, and editorial staff members Jeff Loube, Dim Jones, Walter Ullrich, Chuck Weirauch and Marty Kauchak, provide highlights from the 2012 I/ITSEC exhibition floor, community events and special sessions.