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Raytheon fast-tracks AIM-9X Sidewinder production targeting 2,500 missiles a year by 2027

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Raytheon fast-tracks AIM-9X Sidewinder production targeting 2,500 missiles a year by 2027

3rd July 2026

RTX Raytheon is accelerating production of the AIM-9X Sidewinder, aiming to reach 2,500 missiles annually by late 2027 while strengthening its supply chain following two US Navy major contracts worth more than $2.2 billion.

Latin American fixed-wing capability gaps create openings for industry competition

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Latin American fixed-wing capability gaps create openings for industry competition

2nd July 2026

Transport and tanker aircraft represent a growing opportunity in Latin America as countries in the region increasingly look to replace ageing fleets and reduce dependence on second-hand platforms.

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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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Kratos wins $16 million Australian UH-60M Black Hawk trainer contract

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Kratos wins $16 million Australian UH-60M Black Hawk trainer contract

31st October 2023

The contract has covered three different UH-60 Black Hawk trainers that will be used by the ADF Rotary Wing Aircraft Maintenance School in Queensland.

Poland receives first two AW149 helicopters

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Poland receives first two AW149 helicopters

31st October 2023

This acquisition was the result of a signed US$2 billion contract for 32 AW149 helicopters announced in mid-June 2022.

US to build new B61 gravity bomb variant

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US to build new B61 gravity bomb variant

30th October 2023

The new bomb would be deployable from contemporary aircraft and would replace some B61-7s in the existing nuclear stockpile while maintaining a similar yield.

Australia increases Ukraine support and deploys Wedgetail to Germany

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Australia increases Ukraine support and deploys Wedgetail to Germany

30th October 2023

Australia has committed AUD910 million (US$579 million) to Ukraine after increasing its contribution with the provision of more equipment.

Airbus wins UK Skynet 5 military satellite design support contract

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Airbus wins UK Skynet 5 military satellite design support contract

27th October 2023

Airbus will provide post-design services for Skynet 5 as it nears the end of life and the UK heads towards the next generation Skynet 6A satellites.

Norway joins the MH-60 Seahawk fraternity

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Norway joins the MH-60 Seahawk fraternity

27th October 2023

Norway joins five operators of the MH-60 naval helicopter plus Spain, which ordered its first eight MH-60R aircraft earlier this month, and Greece, which is yet to receive its first example.

Bombardier delivers seventh Global 6000 for Battlefield Airborne Communications Node programme

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Bombardier delivers seventh Global 6000 for Battlefield Airborne Communications Node programme

26th October 2023

BACN aircraft serve as high-altitude communications gateways, relaying or bridging voice and data between air and surface forces, surmounting traditional obstacles such as mountains, rough terrain or distance.

Slovakia receives two donated MANTIS air defence systems

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Slovakia receives two donated MANTIS air defence systems

26th October 2023

The MANTIS air defence system has been designed to protect vital structures and was developed to protect the camps where Bundeswehr troops were stationed in Afghanistan.

NATO nears end of multi-tanker air-to-air refuelling exercise in Canary Islands

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NATO nears end of multi-tanker air-to-air refuelling exercise in Canary Islands

26th October 2023

The 9th European Air Refuelling Training began on October 16 from Gando Air Base in Gran Canaria, Spain, and has involved air tankers from France, Italy and Spain.

Redefining Modern Warfare: Multi-Domain Operations and the Shift to Integrated Communications across the Force (Studio)

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Redefining Modern Warfare: Multi-Domain Operations and the Shift to Integrated Communications across the Force (Studio)

25th October 2023

The multi-domain operations (MDO) concept is now a core focus for the US and its allies. The paradigm has significant implications for communications technology as militaries seek to integrate platforms and systems across different networke...

France enters talks with Saudi Arabia for potential sale of 54 Rafale fighter jets

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France enters talks with Saudi Arabia for potential sale of 54 Rafale fighter jets

25th October 2023

Saudi Arabia had officially requested a detailed quote from Dassault for 54 Rafale fighter jets, with a deadline of November 10 for a response. The estimated cost for the deal could rise to nearly US$8 billion.

Sentient and Shield AI sign agreement to integrate next generation ViDAR onto V-Bat

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Sentient and Shield AI sign agreement to integrate next generation ViDAR onto V-Bat

25th October 2023

A new agreement between Sentient and Shield AI, who have worked together to combine their respective sensor and system, will aim to strengthen the relationship.

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