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Aerospace Daily & Defense Report, March 27, 2026

VOL. 295 NO. 59 March 27, 2026
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Daily Briefs

Daily Briefs
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Daily Briefs

Mar 27, 2026
RAYTHEON gets TPY-2 radar award... AAR reports sales boost... VIRGIN GALACTIC names new chief growth officer...

In Brief

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In Brief: Japan Seeks More Hypersonic Missile Testing In U.S.

Mar 27, 2026
News in brief.

Programs

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U.S. Navy Finalizes T-45 Replacement Requirements

Mar 26, 2026
The U.S. Navy has set an aggressive timeline and cost goal for its next-generation trainer.
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Taiwan Targets 2027 Debut Of Upgraded Sky Sword II Air-To-Air Missile

Mar 26, 2026
Taiwan is targeting a 2027 introduction for an upgraded version of its Tien Chien II beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile, following several years of testing.
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UK Eyes Rapid UAS-Detection Radar Procurement

Mar 20, 2026
The UK Defense Ministry is exploring a rapid acquisition of uncrewed aircraft system radars for naval applications, aimed at detecting cruie missiles and other aircraft.
Credit: Coulson Aviation
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New Retardant Development Could Lead to Safer Aerial Firefighting

Mar 25, 2026
U.S. firefighting specialist Coulson Aviation is working to certify a new aerial firefighting retardant that could reduce the risks associated with low-level drops.
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Syos Completes Development Of SA200 Rotary-Wing UAS

Mar 20, 2026
Syos Aerospace says it has completed the five-year development of its SA200 rotary-wing UAS following a series of autonomous mission trials.
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UK Erebus Testbed To Flight Trial Defensive Aids Suites

Mar 23, 2026
The UK’s Defense Science and Technology Laboratories have unveiled a new flying testbed to support the development of aircraft survivability equipment.

Business

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MBDA To ‘Intensify’ Production Output In 2026

Mar 26, 2026
European missile manufacturer MBDA plans to “intensify” its production ramp-up in 2026, CEO Eric Beranger says.

Operations

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Debrief: Firefighting Breathes New Life Into Old Transalls

Mar 25, 2026
Burgeoning international demand for aerial firefighting aircraft is giving new life to an old airlifter.
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Russian Barrage Tactics Seen In Iranian Strikes

Mar 25, 2026
The character of Iranian drone and missile barrages on Middle East countries since Feb. 28 may reflect lessons from Russian attacks on Ukraine.
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United Airlines Nears Widebody Starlink Installations

Mar 24, 2026
United Airlines is now outfitting the mainline fleet with SpaceX Starlink, expecting to have roughly half those airframes done by the end of 2026.

Technology

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China's Air Force Unveils AI-Powered ‘Aerial Refueling Dispatcher’

Mar 19, 2026
The People’s Liberation Army Air Force introduced an AI-powered aerial refueling dispatcher system aimed at improving tanker operation efficiency and pace.
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Laser Communications Emerge On Inflight Connectivity Horizon

Mar 25, 2026
Laser-based satellite-aircraft links gain traction for future inflight connectivity, offering higher speeds but facing cloud interference and high costs.

Funding & Policy

A White House meeting between President Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi resulted in several defense-focused agreements between the two countries. Image credit: United Press International/Alamy Stock Image
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U.S., Japan Agree To Boost Defense Ties

Mar 20, 2026
At a White House meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, the two countries agreed to strengthen defense ties.