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South Korea and Boeing to jointly research long-endurance aerial UAVs

Boeing and South Korea have solidified plans that would see Boeing UAV design and technology capabilities implemented locally by South Korean companies.
Ukraine fields 5,000 homegrown drones amid Iran's debut of advanced Shahed-238 UAV

Amid escalating tensions and technological advancements in drone warfare, Ukraine has reinforced its front lines with a delivery of 5,000 indigenous drones, paralleled by Iran's revelation of the new jet-powered Shahed-238.

Brazil receives first fully operational upgraded E-99M AEW&C

The updated E-99M aircraft features an updated Erieye Radar and C2 systems, as well as new EW and Identification, friend or foe (IFF) systems.

Boeing and Red 6 make moves on airborne augmented reality training

Boeing and augmented reality training specialist Red 6 have achieved notable progress in integrating advanced technology into training aircraft.

Germany's expansion of P-8 Poseidon fleet casts further doubt on Franco-German MAWS

The recent approval by the German Budget Committee to acquire three additional P-8s has ignited further concerns about potential setbacks in the joint Franco-German Maritime Airborne Warfare System (MAWS) initiative.

Air Warfare

BAE Systems' anti-jammer for Eurofighter Typhoon moves to next phase

BAE Systems’ Digital GPS Anti-jam Receiver (DIGAR) will boost the protection of the aircraft from GPS signal jamming, spoofing and radio frequency (RF) interference.

Air Warfare

Slovenia secures second C-27J Spartan tactical transport aircraft

23rd November 2023

A new agreement between Leonardo, the Italian government and Slovenia has marked the procurement of a second C-27J Spartan medium tactical transport aircraft for Slovenia, following an earlier deal signed in March 2022.
Air Warfare

Boeing shifts towards low-rate MH-139A Grey Wolf production

21st November 2023

Boeing's progress in the MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter programme have marked a milestone in the transition toward low-rate initial production, following the delivery of the final test aircraft to the US Air Force.
Air Warfare

Royal Air Force Protector UAS takes to UK skies

17th November 2023

The Protector UAS will be fitted with detect-and-avoid capabilities and it is in line to receive certification to fly in non-segregated airspace.
Training

Dubai Airshow 2023: First Bell 505 training helicopters delivered to Royal Jordanian Air Force

17th November 2023

Jordan ordered ten helicopters 12 months ago and joins Montenegro and the army and navy of South Korea as military operators of the 505.
Air Warfare

Dubai Airshow 2023: UAE firm and ELT Group outline plans on Emirati EW logistic support

17th November 2023

Etimad Holding and ELT Group have inked a deal to establish an integrated logistics support (ILS) hub for Electronic Warfare (EW) systems in the UAE.
Uncrewed Vehicles

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.
Air Warfare

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.
Air Warfare

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.
Uncrewed Vehicles

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.
Air Warfare

Dubai Airshow 2023: Boeing explores fighter version of T-7

15th November 2023

Boeing has been exploring the F-7 light attack fighter concept derived from T-7 Red Hawk while remaining firm on delivering jet trainers to the US Air Force on time.
Air Warfare

Boeing’s Wedgetail AEW&C aircraft to replace NATO’s AWACS by 2031

15th November 2023

Australia, South Korea, Turkey, the UK and the US already operate or have ordered Boeing 737 Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft.
Air Warfare

Dubai Airshow 2023: Emirati weapons poised for integration on UAE's Rafale and India's Tejas fighter jets

15th November 2023

Edge Group's Al Tariq has reached advanced stages of negotiations with the UAE Air Force for the integration of its weaponry onto the Dassault Rafale 4 fighter jets, while also exploring possibilities to equip India's Tejas Mk 1 with its technology.
Air Warfare

Dubai Airshow 2023: MBDA to develop and build ‘smart missiles’ in UAE

14th November 2023

In a bid to bolster its strategic partnership with the UAE and further its missile capabilities, MBDA established the UAE Missile Engineering Centre earlier this year from where it will produce so-called 'smart weapons'.
Air Warfare

Dubai Airshow 2023: Saab GlobalEye could be jointly operated by Scandinavian countries

14th November 2023

Saab has revealed ongoing discussion in expanding collaboration among Scandinavian nations, highlighting the aspiration for Sweden, Finland and Denmark to share common GlobalEye AEW&C platforms.
Uncrewed Vehicles

Australian Triton takes to the skies

14th November 2023

Australia has ordered four Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Triton UAS which can operate as an uncrewed maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) alongside the country’s in-service Boeing P-8A MPA fleet.
Defence Helicopter

Dubai Airshow 2023: South Korean homegrown helicopters make international debut

14th November 2023

Two KAI helicopters, the KUH-1E utility helicopter and the Light Attack Helicopter (LAH), have taken centre stage at the Dubai Airshow 2023.
Air Warfare

Boeing gives F-15EX new lease of life with EW and weapons upgrade

13th November 2023

Boeing has expressed confidence in the F-15EX's appeal to both existing F-15 operators and potential new customers at the Dubai Airshow 2023.
Air Warfare

Dubai Airshow 2023: GA-ASI and Edge forge MQ-9B weapon integration partnership on future UAE drones

13th November 2023

The partnership between Edge and General Atomics aims to concentrate on incorporating precision-guided munitions and guided-glide weapon systems onto forthcoming MQ-9Bs, provided that the Gulf Country gains access to the platform.
Air Warfare

Northrop Grumman’s B-21 makes first flight

13th November 2023

Northrop Grumman’s strategic stealth bomber aircraft, the B-21 Raider, has been developed to succeed the B-1 and B-2 fleets in the US Air Force service.
Air Warfare

Dubai Airshow 2023: How the MQ-9 Reaper UAS came to rule the skies

10th November 2023

Ahead of the 2023 edition of the Dubai Airshow, Shephard looks at the GA-ASI MQ-9A Reaper UAS, its role in shaping modern conflict dynamics, and its deployment for surveillance and precision strike throughout the Middle East.