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NATO’s GlobalEye selection reflects a move towards greater European defence autonomy
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US Air Force lays the groundwork to move the F-15EX acquisition to lots 7 and 8

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    Uncrewed and counter-uncrewed systems were a major feature of this edition of Eurosatory 2026 along with programme updates and first sight of new main battle tanks.

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US Air Force unveils new details of Next Generation Airlift aircraft to replace C-17 and C-5

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US Air Force unveils new details of Next Generation Airlift aircraft to replace C-17 and C-5

6th July 2026

New planning documents reveal how the service is defining the aircraft expected to succeed the C-17 and C-5, including its initial requirements and procurement roadmap.

Could CUAS demand open a new market for armed trainer aircraft?

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Could CUAS demand open a new market for armed trainer aircraft?

6th July 2026

As affordable counter-drone solutions become a military priority, repurposing training aircraft could emerge as a credible option to prepare for emergency scenarios.

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  • US Air Force lays the groundwork to move the F-15EX acquisition to lots 7 and 8

    US Air Force lays the groundwork to move the F-15EX acquisition to lots 7 and 8

  • Could CUAS demand open a new market for armed trainer aircraft?

    Could CUAS demand open a new market for armed trainer aircraft?

  • US Air Force unveils new details of Next Generation Airlift aircraft to replace C-17 and C-5

    US Air Force unveils new details of Next Generation Airlift aircraft to replace C-17 and C-5

  • Networked advantage: keeping unmanned systems in the loop with battlefield radio technology

    Networked advantage: keeping unmanned systems in the loop with battlefield radio technology

  • US Air Force lays the groundwork to move the F-15EX acquisition to lots 7 and 8

    US Air Force lays the groundwork to move the F-15EX acquisition to lots 7 and 8

  • Could CUAS demand open a new market for armed trainer aircraft?

    Could CUAS demand open a new market for armed trainer aircraft?

  • US Air Force unveils new details of Next Generation Airlift aircraft to replace C-17 and C-5

    US Air Force unveils new details of Next Generation Airlift aircraft to replace C-17 and C-5

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

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

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Assessing Saab’s future as an independent combat aircraft developer

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Assessing Saab’s future as an independent combat aircraft developer

27th December 2024

Can Sweden’s Saab continue to go it alone in the fighter jet market, or could it boost its profile by forging new partnerships?

JF-17 fighter fills expanding niche in a competitive geopolitical market

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JF-17 fighter fills expanding niche in a competitive geopolitical market

26th December 2024

With orders from three countries, 2024 is unlikely to be the last of the export years for the joint Pakistan-Chinese fighter jet.

Japan and South Korea upgrade F-15 fighters to keep them relevant

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Japan and South Korea upgrade F-15 fighters to keep them relevant

24th December 2024

Japan and South Korea plan major enhancements to their F-15 programmes.

Industrial benefit or political distraction? Navigating the final assembly line

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Industrial benefit or political distraction? Navigating the final assembly line

24th December 2024

Using the example of the F-35, does rolling out a domestic final assembly line make economic or industrial sense for countries wanting to purchase new aircraft?

Analysis: Is the C-5 Galaxy in it for the long-haul?

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Analysis: Is the C-5 Galaxy in it for the long-haul?

23rd December 2024

What are the realistic options for replacing or replicating the C-5’s unique capability when it finally reaches its end of life?

Israel’s Elbit Systems riding high and reports almost a billion dollars in orders to close 2024

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Israel’s Elbit Systems riding high and reports almost a billion dollars in orders to close 2024

23rd December 2024

Elbit Systems has signed another US$967 million in orders in the past three months after reporting its land revenues increased by 24% for 3Q2024 compared to 3Q 2023 thanks to increasing ammunition and munition sales in Israel.

XTEND wins contract for precision strike drone

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XTEND wins contract for precision strike drone

20th December 2024

XTEND is supplying its Scorpio UAS to meet a US DoD requirement for an indoor/outdoor strike drone.

US Congress limits F-35 procurement

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US Congress limits F-35 procurement

20th December 2024

Restrictions cover new purchases of the three variants of the multirole fighter and require the DoD to correct issues in the acquisition programme.

Spain makes order for 25 Eurofighter Typhoons

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Spain makes order for 25 Eurofighter Typhoons

20th December 2024

Known as the Halcon II programme, the order covers 21 single-seat and four twin-seat aircraft, set to be delivered between 2030 and 2035.

Poland declares capability for Wisła medium-range air defence system

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Poland declares capability for Wisła medium-range air defence system

20th December 2024

Poland has been investing heavily in new defence equipment, including billions-of-dollars in air defence systems such as Narew and Wisła to provide multi-tier coverage, as well as in C2 systems such as IBCS.

US sanctions fail to rattle India as it looks to Russian long-range radar

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US sanctions fail to rattle India as it looks to Russian long-range radar

20th December 2024

India has been navigating a strategic balancing act in its defence modernisation efforts as it considers deals with Russia and the US.

T-6 Texan II trainers deepen their footprint in Asia

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T-6 Texan II trainers deepen their footprint in Asia

20th December 2024

Textron Aviation Defense has said it is confident it can continue to grow orders across Asia as Japan selects the T-6 Texan II to replace the Fuji T-7.

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