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Land Warfare
The five most significant land stories of 2022
2nd January 2023
The war in Ukraine has been showing how land capabilities will remain crucial on the current and future battlefield. The conflict boomed the defence market in 2022 resulting in advancements in development and acquisition programmes. At the same time, it brought serious concerns.
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Air Warfare
India’s UCAV demonstrator makes its first flight
7th July 2022
India has sent its stealthy UCAV demonstrator soaring into the air for the first time, but a lot of work lies ahead.
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Air Warfare
Brazil acquires ex-commercial jets for multirole conversion
5th May 2022
Brazilian Air Force signs contract to convert two A330 airliners into tanker/transport configuration.
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Air Warfare
USN orders two more MQ-4C Tritons from Northrop Grumman
24th June 2022
The MQ-4C Triton autonomously operated system allows for persistent maritime ISR and is based on the USAF RQ-4B Global Hawk UAS.
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Air Warfare
Three FMS customers to receive Joint Standoff Weapon technical upgrade
28th June 2022
Bahrain, Canada and Taiwan are to benefit from a technical data and software upgrade for the AGM-154C Block III missile.
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Air Warfare
Spain orders 20 Eurofighter Typhoon jets under Project Halcon
23rd June 2022
Spain has finally ordered 20 Eurofighter Typhoon combat jets under Project Halcon, intended to replace Spanish Air Force F-18s based in the Canary Islands.
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Land Warfare
SAIC continues tests of ‘quarterback-style’ ARV
25th May 2022
SAIC is carrying on with data collection as its Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle demonstrator undergoes trials.
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Defence Notes
US commits more forces to Europe as NATO members approve new strategic concept
30th June 2022
In the face of the biggest crisis in European security for decades, NATO has strengthened its resolve and will expand to include Sweden and Finland.
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Defence Notes
UK doubles military support to Ukraine with £1 billion package
1st July 2022
The UK has announced a further £1 billion ($1.2 billion) in military support to Ukraine, bringing the total value of aid since the start of the invasion to £2.3 billion.
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Land Warfare
Hungary seeks supply chain independence with new ordnance plant
6th January 2023
Under a 15 December contract, Rheinmetall will fit out and jointly build and operate a Hungarian facility to produce explosives for large-calibre ammunition.
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Defence Helicopter
Poland set to sign 32-aircraft AW149 contract
30th June 2022
Poland will host a ceremony to mark a contract for AW149 helicopters, with a 32-aircraft deal representing a major boost to the country's military modernisation efforts.
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Training
USAF aims to integrate joint ops principles into military education
23rd June 2022
Air University representatives travelled to Hurlburt Field to begin initial discussions on joint all-domain operations principles implementation at all levels of USAF Professional Military Education.
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Air Warfare
India resurrects dormant effort to obtain shipborne UAVs
6th July 2022
The Indian Navy has been lagging in an attempt to acquire a shipborne UAV, but a new RfI has reignited the effort.
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Naval Warfare
Myanmar navy commissions five new vessels, continues modernization efforts on annual navy day celebration
11th January 2023
Five new vessels were commissioned by the Myanmar Navy in mid-December 2022.
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Defence Helicopter
Farnborough 2022: Sikorsky reveals plan to develop new X2 helicopter for Europe
18th July 2022
Sikorsky has opened up about an ambitious plan to develop a third X2 technology-based helicopter to meet European demand.
Programme Results - Defence Insight
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Transport/tanker aircraft
A330 MRTT (1-12) [France]
In November 2014, The French Defence Procurement Agency (DGA) has confirmed purchase of 12 A330 MRTT air-to-air refuelling aircraft from Airbus. The contract will cover the development and ...
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Transport/tanker aircraft
A400M-Spain
In December 2018, Spain Air Force took delivery of its first A400M. The aircraft will be operated by the Air Transport Wing (ATW) 31 of the ...
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Light attack, Trainer
Tejas LCA - India Follow-On
According to the HAL's chairman R Madhavan, 'apart from all the capabilities of IOC aircraft, the FOC variant additionally comes with an air-to-air refuelling capability, close-combat ...
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Transport/tanker aircraft
Strategic Tanker Transport [Canada]
Programme Background This project will replace the existing fleet capability, including strategic airlift, air-to-air refuelling, Aeromedical Evacuations and Strategic Government of Canada transport. The Strategic ...
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Transport/tanker aircraft
Tanker Aircraft [Greece]
Programme Background Requirement Procurement of tanker aircraft is aligned with a broader 2021-approved Hellenic National Defence General Staff (GEETHA) plan to enhance the HAF's reach and ...
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Air: Radio and SATCOM
Air: Radio and SATCOM | Tanker Aircraft [Greece]
The Hellenic Air Force (HAF) is advancing plans to procure four Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker aircraft from the United States through the Excess Defense Articles (EDA) ...
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Data links
Data links | Tanker Aircraft [Greece]
The Hellenic Air Force (HAF) is advancing plans to procure four Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker aircraft from the United States through the Excess Defense Articles (EDA) ...
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Transponders and IFF
Transponders and IFF | Tanker Aircraft [Greece]
The Hellenic Air Force (HAF) is advancing plans to procure four Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker aircraft from the United States through the Excess Defense Articles (EDA) ...
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Transport/tanker aircraft
C-390 [Hungary]
Programme Background The aircraft for Hungary will be specially configured for tactical transport operations, air-to-air refuelling of the service's Saab Gripen C/D fighters, and medical ...
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Air: Radio and SATCOM
Air: Radio and SATCOM | KC-135 [Argentina]
Argentina has reportedly formally requested two KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft, according to an interview given by the Chief of the Argentine Air Force on 1 September ...
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Data links
Data links | KC-135 [Argentina]
Argentina has reportedly formally requested two KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft, according to an interview given by the Chief of the Argentine Air Force on 1 September ...
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Transponders and IFF
Transponders and IFF | KC-135 [Argentina]
Argentina has reportedly formally requested two KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft, according to an interview given by the Chief of the Argentine Air Force on 1 September ...
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Air: Radio and SATCOM
Air: Radio and SATCOM | KC-130J [Saudi Arabia]
Royal Saudi Air Force is seeking to purchase three KC-130J tanker aircraft in addition to two units acquired under foreign military sale (FMS) programme. On 9 ...
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Data links
Data links | KC-130J [Saudi Arabia]
Royal Saudi Air Force is seeking to purchase three KC-130J tanker aircraft in addition to two units acquired under foreign military sale (FMS) programme. On 9 ...
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Transponders and IFF
Transponders and IFF | KC-130J [Saudi Arabia]
Royal Saudi Air Force is seeking to purchase three KC-130J tanker aircraft in addition to two units acquired under foreign military sale (FMS) programme. On 9 ...
Equipment Results - Defence Insight
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Air: transport/tanker simulators
KC-767 JBOT Trainer
ACME has delivered a Remote Air Refueling Operator trainer to the Japan Air Self-Defense Force. The trainer supports the KC-767J tanker aircraft that has a remote ...
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Transport/tanker aircraft
A330 MRTT
The 111t basic fuel capacity of the A330-200 airliner – from which the A330 is derived – enables the A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) to ...
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Air: transport/tanker simulators
A330 MRTT Training Devices
Under subcontract to Airbus Defence and Space, CAE has provided A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) training devices to the UAE Air Force and Royal Saudi ...
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Military UAS - fixed-wing, Military UAS - MALE
X-47B UCAS
The X-47B is a tailless, strike fighter-sized unmanned aircraft, which was developed as part of the USN's Unmanned Combat Air System Demonstration project. The aircraft ...
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Transport/tanker aircraft
MC-X Orca
At DX Korea 2022, KAI presented an MC-X Orca medium transport aircraft concept model. The twin-engine aircraft is aimed at the Republic of Korea Air Force ...
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Air: air combat simulators
Hellenic Air Force F-16 ATD
L3Harris Technologies has delivered two F-16C Block 52+ Aircrew Training Devices (ATDs) to the Hellenic Air Force. The trainers enable pilots to hone air-to-air and ...
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Surface-to-air missiles, Loitering munitions
359
Unveiled in January 2025, the 359 is a surface-to-air (SAM) loitering munition. It is designed to engage targets such as AWACS, refuelling tankers, and other high-altitude surveillance and ...
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Transport/tanker aircraft
KC-130J Super Hercules
The KC-130J Super Hercules is a tanker variant of the C-130J Super Hercules. It is designed to deliver fuel to several platforms, including helicopters and ...
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Trailers
M900 Series
Heil’s M900-series tactical refuellers are designed and built to meet US military performance standards. The M967A2 ground equipment refueller and the M969A3 aircraft refueller are ...
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Air: fixed-wing flight simulators
M-346 FMS
Developed in conjunction with CAE, the M-346 Full Mission Simulator (FMS) can emulate basic fighter manoeuvres, formation flight, in-flight refuelling and advanced air-to-air and air-to-ground ...
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Light attack, Trainer
MB-339C
The MB-339C is an advanced/lead-in fighter trainer developed based on the MB-339A that made its first flight in August 1976. The latest MB-339C version is ...
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Fixed wing aircraft engines
CF6-80E1A3
The CF6-80E engines, developed by GE Aviation, power the newest generation of airliners such as Airbus A330. The engine incorporates a new 96-inch (2.44 meters) ...
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Air: transport/tanker simulators
Transport, Refuelling and Sensor Aircraft Training
Thales supports air force training needs for multi-mission aircraft in service around the world including A400M, MRTT/Voyager, Boeing Wedgetail, C-130 and KC-135, covering tactical airlift, ...
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Air: fixed-wing flight simulators
Fast Jet Training
Thales provides a suite of training products for the life-cycle of military fast jet training. These encompass the design, development and establishment of training services ...
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ISR/special mission, Transport
EC-130J Commando Solo
The EC-130J Commando Solo is a special mission aircraft based on the C-130J transport airframe. It is used to conduct military information support operations and ...
