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SOF Week 2026: AFSOC unveils deployable Block II OA-1K Skyraider II

20th May 2026

AFSOC has revealed a new Block II variant of the OA-1K Skyraider II featuring rapid deployment and reassembly capabilities designed to support expeditionary special operations missions.

SOF Week 2026: US military tests AI algorithm to support missions in low-light scenarios

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SOF Week 2026: US military tests AI algorithm to support missions in low-light scenarios

20th May 2026

The US Army and USAF are evaluating an AI-enabled imaging capability from Deepnight designed to enhance low-light and no-light operations across multiple platforms and environments.

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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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Space Dominance: How Laser Technologies are Reshaping Modern Military Operations

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Space Dominance: How Laser Technologies are Reshaping Modern Military Operations

27th May 2024

High-energy lasers and space-based technologies now play a pivotal role in modern military operations, emphasising their role in enhancing communications, surveillance, and security across multi-domain operations, particularly with the incr...

Designs revealed for DARPA’s ANCILLARY VTOL UAS programme

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Designs revealed for DARPA’s ANCILLARY VTOL UAS programme

23rd May 2024

Six bidders have been competing for DARPA’s AdvaNced airCraft Infrastructure-Less Launch And RecoverY (ANCILLARY) programme for a low-weight, large-payload, long-endurance VTOL uncrewed X-plane.

Philippines receives two T129 ATAK helicopters from Turkey

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Philippines receives two T129 ATAK helicopters from Turkey

22nd May 2024

The T129 ATAK fleet deal between the Philippines and Turkey were part of the Horizon 2 phase of the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ Modernisation Program.

US Army prepares troops and equipment to avoid drone surveillance and attacks

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US Army prepares troops and equipment to avoid drone surveillance and attacks

22nd May 2024

The branch has been improving its C-UAS inventory in addition to purchasing advanced counter-drone solutions.

Gripen fighter jet software update move faster than competitors, says Saab

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Gripen fighter jet software update move faster than competitors, says Saab

22nd May 2024

Saab has touted its rapid software update capabilities for the JAS 39 Gripen, claiming it could deliver updates “in days“ and challenging the generational focus of rivals such as Lockheed Martin.

PAC-3E uses Aegis to intercept live target

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PAC-3E uses Aegis to intercept live target

21st May 2024

The MIM-104F Phased Array Tracking to Intercept of Target (Patriot) Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) is a long-range, medium- to high-altitude, all-weather air defence missile designed to counter tactical ballistic missiles, cruise missiles an...

Brazil’s first Gripen F reaches final assembly line as delivery edges closer

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Brazil’s first Gripen F reaches final assembly line as delivery edges closer

20th May 2024

A concrete delivery timeline for the first Saab JAS 39F Gripen two-seater for Brazil has yet to be confirmed, but with the fighter now in the final assembly stage and undergoing testing, delivery could come soon.

Lockheed Martin awarded $756 million for long-range hypersonic weapon

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Lockheed Martin awarded $756 million for long-range hypersonic weapon

20th May 2024

Lockheed Martin delivered equipment for the first Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon (LTHW) battery, referred to as Dark Eagle, to US soldiers in 2021. The system has been designed to deliver additional capability for the nation’s ground-based hy...

South Korea’s KF-21 fighter fires guided IRIS-T missile

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South Korea’s KF-21 fighter fires guided IRIS-T missile

20th May 2024

Manufactured by Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI), the KF-21 Boramae is a fighter aircraft that resembles the design of the F-35A. South Korea has investing nearly US$8 billion in the fighter development programme which is set to be complete...

Belgian F-35A completes first flight

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Belgian F-35A completes first flight

17th May 2024

The Belgian Air Force’s first F-35A Lightning II has taken flight, showcasing the national flag, with the first force’s first four F-35As set to head to Luke AFB for initial training amid software upgrade delays.

US and Japan sign collaborative agreement on Glide Phase Interceptor

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US and Japan sign collaborative agreement on Glide Phase Interceptor

16th May 2024

Japan and the US will aim to strengthen regional deterrence while enhancing long-standing missile defence cooperation through developing a Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI).

US Navy’s plan to replace fleet of MH60s moves forward

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US Navy’s plan to replace fleet of MH60s moves forward

16th May 2024

The US Navy’s Future Vertical Lift (Maritime Strike) has been an effort to recapitalise Sikorsky MH-60R/S naval helicopters which have an out-of-service date in the late-2030s.

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