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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

Dubai Airshow 2023: EDGE Group partners with Thai defence company on UAVs

10th November 2023

EDGE Group and RV Connex have agreed to collaborate to provide UAVs, loitering munitions and other defence solutions to the Thai market.
Training

Boeing T-7A Red Hawk arrives at Edwards to begin testing

10th November 2023

The US Air Force awarded Boeing a $9.2 billion contract for the T-7A Red Hawk advanced trainer and supporting equipment in 2018.
Air Warfare

Dubai Air Show 2023: Can air-launched missile stocks keep pace with a full-spectrum conflict?

9th November 2023

Russia's war in Ukraine has pushed the issue of stocks up the priorities list for air forces concerned about dwindling reservoirs of air-launched ordnance.
Air Warfare

Enhancing military pilot training: Overcoming challenges in integrating VR and MR technologies

9th November 2023

While VR has gained popularity in military pilot training for its cost-effectiveness and risk mitigation, MR technologies are yet to overcome obstacles similar to what VR faced in its earlier stages.
Air Warfare

MBDA UK to bolster Poland’s air defence system in US$5 billion deal

9th November 2023

The NAREW effort aims to equip the Polish Armed Forces with a ground-based air defence system capable of effectively countering threats posed by cruise missiles and fighter jets.
Air Warfare

US Army launches Textron Beechcraft turboprop acquisition for Peru and Ecuador

8th November 2023

The three Textron Beechcraft turboprops will perform maritime patrol missions for Peru and Ecuador.
Naval Warfare

Super Hornet becomes first US Navy aircraft to carry StormBreaker

8th November 2023

Raytheon has announced that the US Navy carried the StormBreaker smart weapon on the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet following the US Air Force’s lead with the F-15E Strike Eagle.
Air Warfare

First F-16 jets arrive at Romanian training centre

8th November 2023

The European Training Centre in Romania has taken its first steps towards becoming a hub for F-16 pilot training for Ukraine and other countries as the Netherlands delivered its initial batch of out-of-service F-16 Fighting Falcons.
Air Warfare

TAI delivers first Nigerian T-129 Atak helicopters

7th November 2023

The delivery of the first two T129 attack helicopters has marked a milestone in a deal announced during the 2022 Farnborough Air Show between Nigeria and Turkish Aerospace Industries.
Air Warfare

Poland explores loyal wingman options for F-35 fleet

7th November 2023

A senior Polish Armed Forces official has unveiled Poland's active pursuit of a loyal wingman platform to complement its upcoming fleet of Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II fighters.
Air Warfare

India to strengthen China and Pakistan borders with final S-400 SAM system deliveries

7th November 2023

India's full acquisition of its S-400 Triumf surface-to-air missile (SAM) systems has been fast approaching its final stages, as officials from India and Russia prepare work on finalising the delivery schedule for the last two squadrons.
Air Warfare

Poland receives new FA-50 light combat jets

6th November 2023

The jet deliveries to Poland follow a series of procurement contracts with Korea Aerospace Industries in September 2022, securing a total of 48 FA-50 advanced trainer and light fighters.
Air Warfare

Kratos reveals design for Thanatos tactical UAV

6th November 2023

Kratos has experience with tactical UAVs but the tail-less design of Thanatos has marked a substantial change from the company’s XQ-58A Valkyrie UAV.
Air Warfare

Dubai Airshow 2023: EDGE Group acquires majority stake in Swiss VTOL company

6th November 2023

The announcement came ahead of Dubai Airshow 2023 where EDGE will showcase ANAVIA's VTOL solutions brought into its portfolio through the acquisition of a majority shareholding in the Swiss company.
Air Warfare

QinetiQ presents on-the-move capability with Obsidian C-UAS radar

6th November 2023

QinetiQ’s Obsidian C-UAS radar can work as a static or deployable system and its on-the-move capability has marked a major step forward for C-UAS systems of this size.
Air Warfare

Newest generation AMRAAM missiles destined for Sweden

4th November 2023

The deal was approved as a by the US government in July and is the back end of a deal which saw Sweden sell older variants back to the US so they could be donated to Ukraine in its war against invading Russian forces.
Air Warfare

US to accelerate UH-60M Black Hawk delivery to Australia

3rd November 2023

Following recent discussions between representatives from both countries, the US DoD is expediting the delivery of UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters to Australia.
Air Warfare

Germany's potential SCAF exit for GCAP unpacked

3rd November 2023

The leaked information about Germany leaving the Future Combat Air Systems (FCAS/SCAF) project and joining the rival Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) hints at the growing complexities and tensions within the Franco-German partnership.
Air Warfare

US approves Bell Helicopter US$300 million Iraqi deal

3rd November 2023

Bell Helicopter has been given approval by the US State Department for a Foreign Military Sale to the Iraq for Contracted Logistics Support (CLS) and related equipment.
Air Warfare

Lockheed wins US Air Force nuclear weapons contract worth almost $1 billion

3rd November 2023

US aerospace giant will carry out engineering, manufacturing and design for an RV for the LGM-35A Sentinel ICBM.