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Pentagon’s 800% PAC-3 MSE surge faces production bottleneck as Patriot demand soars

20th August 2026

The Pentagon wants to procure 3,203 PAC-3 MSE interceptors in FY2027, but production constraints and international demand could impact efforts to rebuild depleted missile stocks.

AI-controlled F-16s advance towards autonomous multi-aircraft operations in US

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AI-controlled F-16s advance towards autonomous multi-aircraft operations in US

19th August 2026

The US plans to progressively expand VENOM/AIR testing from single-aircraft flights to multi-platform autonomous operations over the next 12–24 months, generating data that could support future US military AI programmes, including Collaborative Combat Aircraft.

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I/ITSEC 2023: AI and VR training platforms set to steal limelight in Orlando

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I/ITSEC 2023: AI and VR training platforms set to steal limelight in Orlando

17th November 2023

Modelling, simulation and training technologies event I/ITSEC will showcase innovations in AI, VR and AR, including Taqtile’s Manifest platform, RTI’s Connext platform and ARA’s CB-TASC project.

Royal Navy uncrewed aircraft trial marks European first

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Royal Navy uncrewed aircraft trial marks European first

17th November 2023

UK flight test sees largest unmanned aircraft take off from a Royal Navy aircraft carrier.

Italy finally funds naval missile projects

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Italy finally funds naval missile projects

17th November 2023

The Italian MoD’s multi-year programme documents (DPP) detailing its current and planned acquisition projects has provided new details of funding for its 2023–25 naval missile programmes.

Turkey eyes up Eurofighter purchase amid German blockade concerns

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Turkey eyes up Eurofighter purchase amid German blockade concerns

16th November 2023

Turkey has once more expressed interest in purchasing Eurofighter Typhoon jets, but a potential German arms embargo looms, as tensions rise over arms export constraints.

Germany's Pegasus SIGINT jet passes critical milestone

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Germany's Pegasus SIGINT jet passes critical milestone

16th November 2023

Two years ago, Hensoldt was awarded the contract to supply an airborne system for electronic signals intelligence (SIGINT) on board Bombardier business jets.

Dubai Airshow 2023: Paramount completes first test phase for new composite rotor blades

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Dubai Airshow 2023: Paramount completes first test phase for new composite rotor blades

16th November 2023

The composite rotor blades for Mil Mi-type helicopters have been developed by global aerospace and technology company Paramount and partner AAL Group.

US approves South Korean US$52.1 million Sidewinder missiles deal

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US approves South Korean US$52.1 million Sidewinder missiles deal

16th November 2023

Raytheon Missiles and Defense will provide dozens of AIM-9X Sidewinder Tactical and Training Missiles for the South Korean military.

Norway set to order NASAMS to replace systems donated to Ukraine

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Norway set to order NASAMS to replace systems donated to Ukraine

16th November 2023

National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS) was originally developed by Norway's Kongsberg and Raytheon to meet the requirements of the Royal Norwegian Air Force.

Pratt & Whitney to support US Air Force large aircraft engines under US$870 million deal

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Pratt & Whitney to support US Air Force large aircraft engines under US$870 million deal

16th November 2023

The engine support contract will run for six years and will include Boeing's B-52 Stratofortress and E-3 Sentry engines.

Dubai Airshow 2023: Chinese AR-2000 large ship-borne UAV makes debut

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Dubai Airshow 2023: Chinese AR-2000 large ship-borne UAV makes debut

16th November 2023

CATIC have displayed its new AR-2000 drone at Dubai Airshow 2023, emphasising ship-based capabilities with PLA already purchasing.

US Air Force strategic programmes to be affected by budgetary uncertainty

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US Air Force strategic programmes to be affected by budgetary uncertainty

15th November 2023

The operation under continuing resolutions can impact the schedule of several US Air Force efforts including the B-21, AMRAAM and C3BM.

Just released: UAS Technology Report 2023 now available to read

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Just released: UAS Technology Report 2023 now available to read

15th November 2023

How artificial intelligence and novel advanced sensors can take UAS operations to the next level.

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