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Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2026)

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Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2026)

28th January 2026

The Lockheed Martin F-16 fighter jet remains in the limelight more than 40 years after its first flight. Shephard sums up the latest developments and details everything you need to know about the aircraft in 2026.

Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

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Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

28th January 2026

The aerospace company’s 2025 performance figures revealed significant orders from various European armed forces and a boost in demand for its uncrewed offerings.

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Australia selects Lockheed Martin for Project Air 6500

29th August 2023

Lockheed Martin Australia has emerged as the winner to create a joint air battle management system for the ADF.

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28th August 2023

Russia’s JSC Tulamashzavod and JSC Research Center Elins presented a new ZAK-23E self-propelled anti-aircraft gun (SPAAG) at the Army-2023 event near Moscow in mid-August. It is an experimental vehicle that is designed to combine robust and...

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Bell contracts Moog for FLRAA V-280 Valor sub-assemblies

28th August 2023

Moog has been placed under contract by Bell Textron to supply flight control content for the US Army's Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA), the Bell V-280 Valor.

Brazil bets on indigenously developed simulators to improve military training

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Brazil bets on indigenously developed simulators to improve military training

28th August 2023

Brazil's in-house developed simulators can replicate multiple scenarios and missions and prepare commanders, paratroopers, pilots, gunners and marksmen while reducing costs related to acquisition and maintenance.

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The US has outlined plans to provide training to Ukrainian pilots and ground support personnel for F-16 fighter jets, taking Ukraine's war against invading Russian forces to the next level in the medium term.

Sikorsky lands $2.7 billion contract for CH-53K helicopters, eight for Israel and 27 for USMC

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Sikorsky lands $2.7 billion contract for CH-53K helicopters, eight for Israel and 27 for USMC

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The USN has awarded Sikorsky a $2.7 billion contract for the production and delivery of 35 CH-53K King Stallion helicopters, split between the USMC and Israel, with deliveries expected to start in 2026.

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Edge Group deepens Brazil defence ties with new technology agreements

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Russia claims to have developed AI-based aiming system for kamikaze drone

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The designer of the Gadfly FPV kamikaze drone claims to have integrated an AI-based aiming system that uses a neural network to identify targets.

Riding the Data Wave: How the Military is Harnessing the Power of Data Integration (Studio)

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Riding the Data Wave: How the Military is Harnessing the Power of Data Integration (Studio)

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CAE to support US Army High Accuracy Detection and Exploitation System training

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CAE to support US Army High Accuracy Detection and Exploitation System training

24th August 2023

CAE will provide flight training services for the Bombardier Global 6000/6500 full flight simulator at CAE Dothan Training Center.

Lockheed Martin validates designs for Next Generation Interceptor

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Lockheed Martin validates designs for Next Generation Interceptor

24th August 2023

The next US missile defence interceptor has made continued progress toward production and fielding.

US Army awards MAG Aerospace and L3Harris contract for enhanced ISR aircraft

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US Army awards MAG Aerospace and L3Harris contract for enhanced ISR aircraft

24th August 2023

The US Army has selected MAG Aerospace and L3Harris to deliver two enhanced ISR aircraft for the Army’s Theater-Level, High-Altitude Expeditionary Next Airborne ISR-Radar (ATHENA-R) programme, providing high-altitude intelligence capabiliti...

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