Laura Heckmann is a Reporter at National Defense Magazine. She focuses on aviation and aerospace, with a particular emphasis on drone technology, security equipment, and surveillance technologies. Laura's work has been featured in Rapid City Journal Media Group, National Defense Magazine, and RealClearDefense.
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Laura's coverage shows a strong focus on military and defense technology, with an emphasis on government announcements and legal policy regulation. She may be interested in receiving pitches related to advancements in military technology, updates on government policies impacting the defense sector, or significant international relations developments particularly concerning the U.S., South Dakota, or Rapid City.
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Space Force guardians are integrated throughout the warfighting enterprise
Partner Nations Seek to Protect Assets Below the Waves
Safety System Aims to Reduce Rollover Injuries
By: Laura Heckmann
The Marine Corps released its 2026 Aviation Plan in February, and one of its major goals is taking full advantage of data and artificial intelligence to operationalize predictive maintenance
By: Laura Heckmann
The Navy’s Golden Fleet initiative envisions a future fleet of platforms and capabilities designed to generate “mass lethality and adaptability at scale”
Army Ponders Autonomy's Place in Wheeled Vehicle Fleet
MDM News: Marine Corps Acquisition Reform’s ‘Most Important Change’ is Cultural
MDM News: Marine Corps Moving Forward with New Modular Radio Architecture
The Marine Corps’ Modular Advanced Radio Architecture is a top priority for its tactical communications and electromagnetic warfare systems office
Pentagon Developing Test Lab to Improve Policy Outcomes
