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Why is the US Air Force refuelling tanker fleet under scrutiny?

16th June 2026

In a recent report, the GAO warns that delays, availability issues and operational pressure could create gaps in the USAF refuelling inventory while the branch transitions to the KC-46 Pegasus.

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Eurosatory 2026: How could air forces integrate autonomous wingmen into existing fleets?

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From mobile launch trailers to ship decks, software and platforms such as Shield AI’s Hivemind and its X-BAT and V-BAT are positioning autonomous systems as a credible force option for militaries priced out of traditional airpower.

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India joins league of nations with missile tracking vessel

11th September 2021

India now possesses its first missile tracking vessel, which had been laid down in 2014.

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As competition intensifies across industry to fight it out for the RAF's New Medium Helicopter acquisition, Airbus has announced a compelling production plan.

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BAE Systems secured a $26 million contract to provide IFF for the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye aircraft.

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Oceaneering International supports USN submarine rescue systems.

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DSEI 2021: RAF says Protector financial troubles a thing of the past

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DSEI 2021: RAF says Protector financial troubles a thing of the past

10th September 2021

The RAF claims that cost increases associated with the MQ-9B Protector are 'behind us now'.

General Atomics gains USN installation qualification

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General Atomics gains USN installation qualification

10th September 2021

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems can independently perform shipyard alterations of its EMALS and AAG systems.

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UK company releases WADER V8.3 ocean information system.

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India finally orders new medium-lift transports

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India finally orders new medium-lift transports

10th September 2021

In a procurement that has dragged on for nearly a decade, India has passed another hurdle in the process of renewing its transport aircraft fleet.

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