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FIA 2026: Embraer, Anduril sign agreement to develop cruise missile launch capability for the C-390

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FIA 2026: Embraer, Anduril sign agreement to develop cruise missile launch capability for the C-390

23rd July 2026

The Brazilian airframer and US developer have announced plans to offer a palletised launch system for the twinjet tactical airlifter.

FIA 2026: Tekever targets British Army’s Project Nyx with hydraulic-powered AR6 drone

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FIA 2026: Tekever targets British Army’s Project Nyx with hydraulic-powered AR6 drone

23rd July 2026

As Tekever positions its newly revealed UK-sovereign, autonomous heavy-lift drone family for the British Army's Project Nyx, the company is also eyeing an international future for the capability.

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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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RTX signs multinational NATO deal on Paveway laser guidance kits

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RTX signs multinational NATO deal on Paveway laser guidance kits

18th July 2024

RTX has signed a multinational framework contract with NATO, providing Paveway laser guidance kits to improve the accuracy of the alliance’s air missions.

FIA 2024: Looking to sixth-generation fighters and the New Medium Helicopter programme

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FIA 2024: Looking to sixth-generation fighters and the New Medium Helicopter programme

18th July 2024

Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024 is the even-year event where the biggest and the best present their efforts, and while the possibility of a roll-out or surprise curtain reveal remain slim, there are big programmes still being c...

US Space Force bets big on the use of AI to improve its capabilities

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US Space Force bets big on the use of AI to improve its capabilities

18th July 2024

The service has been conducting several acquisition and upgrading efforts involving artificial intelligence and machine learning to improve communication, data analysis and ISR systems.

Rheinmetall receives rocket order from German armed forces for Tiger helicopters

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Rheinmetall receives rocket order from German armed forces for Tiger helicopters

17th July 2024

The Tiger attack helicopter was developed for the French and German armies, prior to also being procured by Spain and Australia, with a total of 185 ordered. Germany, however, has planned to retire its 55-strong fleet.

Boeing details expansion and improvements for P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft

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Boeing details expansion and improvements for P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft

17th July 2024

The P-8 Poseidon multi-mission maritime patrol aircraft, based on the Boeing 737NG airliner, is a replacement for the US Navy's fleet of P-3 Orions. It is also being targeted at other users of ageing P-3 aircraft with several countries, inc...

UK MoD and Hypersonix commit to hypersonic missile deal

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UK MoD and Hypersonix commit to hypersonic missile deal

16th July 2024

Australia’s Hypersonix Launch Systems has signed a deal with the UK’s Ministry of Defence (MoD) to help the UK develop hypersonic missiles for the Hypersonic Technologies and Capability Development Framework (HTCDF) initiative.

F135 engine upgrade completes preliminary design review

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F135 engine upgrade completes preliminary design review

16th July 2024

The Pratt & Whitney F135 engine is an evolution of F119, which powers the US Air Force’s F-22 Raptor and features fifth-generation stealth capabilities, as well as advanced prognostics and health management systems.

Boeing looks to expand autonomous aircraft inspection system

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Boeing looks to expand autonomous aircraft inspection system

16th July 2024

Boeing’s aircraft inspection system has been trialled on a range of aircraft and the company has been looking to trial it on more aircraft and ships at sea.

Australia awards contracts for UAS platforms

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Australia awards contracts for UAS platforms

15th July 2024

The orders break new ground for the Australian Defence Force (ADF) as they include an order for loitering munitions, the purchase of an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) and the first order for SkyMantis 2 in the region.

Thales selected for Syracuse satellite communications terminals for French vehicles

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Thales selected for Syracuse satellite communications terminals for French vehicles

15th July 2024

The Syracuse 4B communications satellite, developed by Airbus and Thales Alenia Space, was launched last year, bolstering secure military satellite communications for the French Armed Forces. Thales has now been selected to provide terminal...

More Patriot air and missile defence systems bound for Europe

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More Patriot air and missile defence systems bound for Europe

12th July 2024

The US Army has acquired more than 1,100 launchers of which it has exported at least 200 launchers, while more than 10,000 Patriot missiles have been produced to date.

Can Russian industry maintain a viable air force?

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Can Russian industry maintain a viable air force?

12th July 2024

While sanctions have not crippled Russia’s military-industrial complex as some predicted, its ability to produce modern combat aircraft at a sustainable rate remains uncertain.

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