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Dormant helicopter programmes in Africa and Asia present opportunities
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US Air Force is eyeing cost-effective automated counter-drone solutions
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New US$1.4 billion package to boost Canada’s defence capabilities

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New US$1.4 billion package to boost Canada’s defence capabilities

30th March 2026

The Canadian defence department has outlined major investments in ISR solutions, small arms and ammunition production capabilities as the country pushes for greater self-reliance to bolster its forces and its supply chain.

Electric and hybrid aerial drone fleets are expanding their footprint

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Electric and hybrid aerial drone fleets are expanding their footprint

30th March 2026

Advances in uncrewed aerial vehicles powered by renewable technologies are coming to the fore, with battery, hydrogen and solar propulsion challenging traditional fossil fuel-dependent models.

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Pivotal showcases BlackFly eVTOL at SOF Week with eyes on military adoption (video)

Pivotal has demonstrated its lightweight electric VTOL aircraft, BlackFly, live at SOF Week 2025, as the company positions the platform for special operations and wider defence applications.

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Brunei orders six H145M helicopters following UK’s lead

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Brunei orders six H145M helicopters following UK’s lead

2nd May 2024

The news Airbus H145M medium helicopters will replace the Royal Brunei Air Force’s BO105 fleet.

Support and commitments continue for Ukraine

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Support and commitments continue for Ukraine

1st May 2024

Billions of dollars and many tons of equipment have been sent to help Ukraine’s fight against Russia over the past two years with funds and material continuing to be committed as a frontline stalemate drags on.

Boeing tests new MQ-25 Stingray software for crewed-uncrewed teaming

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Boeing tests new MQ-25 Stingray software for crewed-uncrewed teaming

1st May 2024

The new software was said to significantly reduce the time it takes for an F/A-18 to communicate with an MQ-25.

Portugal wants F-35s, but has no firm plans in place

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Portugal wants F-35s, but has no firm plans in place

1st May 2024

The Portuguese Air Force’s leader has outlined the importance of embracing the F-35 to maintain the country's air capabilities despite the absence of a formal procurement plan for the latest Lockheed Martin fighter.

Boeing wins US$178 million US Air Force contract to deliver further MH-139A helicopters

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Boeing wins US$178 million US Air Force contract to deliver further MH-139A helicopters

30th April 2024

Boeing said it was on track to deliver the first Low-Rate Initial Production MH-139A helicopter to the US Air Force in mid-2024.

Leonardo and Textron pitch M-346N for upcoming US Navy T-45 replacement

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Leonardo and Textron pitch M-346N for upcoming US Navy T-45 replacement

30th April 2024

Leonardo and Textron’s joint effort to introduce the M-346N aircraft into the US Navy’s training programme has promised to offer a proven efficient training enterprise as the T-45 replacement.

How Russia is ramping up efforts to counter drones in Ukraine

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How Russia is ramping up efforts to counter drones in Ukraine

30th April 2024

Russian forces in Ukraine have been employing multifaceted strategies to counteract drones, as a past reliance on large-scale electronic warfare has shifted towards diverse, localised countermeasures.

US Air Force Awards $13 billion Doomsday aircraft contract

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US Air Force Awards $13 billion Doomsday aircraft contract

29th April 2024

The deal included engineering and manufacturing development aircraft, ground systems, production aircraft and interim contractor support until 2036.

Croatia receives first batch of French Rafale fighter jets

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Croatia receives first batch of French Rafale fighter jets

29th April 2024

Croatia will receive a total of 12 used Dassault Rafale fighter aircraft from France by 2025.

UK company demonstrates crewed-uncrewed teaming

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UK company demonstrates crewed-uncrewed teaming

26th April 2024

QinetiQ’s aerial target drone, the Banshee, was modified to be controlled by a piloted aircraft.

Airbus could miss out as India’s air refueller saga drags on

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Airbus could miss out as India’s air refueller saga drags on

26th April 2024

Amid heightened demand for aerial refuelling capabilities in India, Airbus Defence faces a potential setback in securing defence contracts in the country due to escalating costs and concerns over trust.

How the US is preparing to support NATO countries in a war against Russia

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How the US is preparing to support NATO countries in a war against Russia

25th April 2024

US European Command has been repositioning troops and equipment, expanding its prepositioned stockpiles, and conducting additional joint exercises with partners and allies.

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