Aerospace Daily & Defense Report

By Tony Osborne, Robert Wall
Canada is expected to join the British-Italian-Japanese GCAP fighter program as an observer, signaling interest in its next-generation stealth aircraft.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Robert Wall
United Arab Emirates defense conglomerate Edge Group says it has acquired 100% of Brazilian aerospace and engineering firm Akaer, expanding its foothold in the South American country.
Supply Chain

By Steve Trimble
A project to develop an autonomous capability for orchestrating complex, large-scale air combat scenarios has entered flight testing on a group of six Lockheed Martin F-16 Block 42 fighters.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Michael Bruno
Lockheed Martin expects to “soon” close corporate venture capital investment deals in the UK and/or continental Europe.
Supply Chain

By Rachel Hutchison
European procurement spending has surged by over 160% since 2021, and this dramatic increase has led to record backlogs for European defense companies.
AWIN Knowledge Center

By Tony Osborne
The RAF's new collaborative combat aircraft program will act like a “guardian angel” and “attack dog” for crewed fighters, Defense Readiness Minister Luke Pollard says.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Robert Wall
The U.S. government has given the go-ahead for Saudi Arabia to buy a large number of BAE Systems Advanced Precision Kill Weapon Systems (APKWS).
Missile Defense & Weapons

By Robert Wall
The conflicts in Ukraine and Iran have underscored how industrial capacity and the ability to replenish expended munitions stocks are critical to future war planning, NATO’s Deputy Supreme Allied Commander argues.
Supply Chain

By Tony Osborne
The UK Royal Air Force is looking to equip its Airbus A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport fleet with aerial refueling booms.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Robert Wall
Satellite maker Swissto12 says it is looking to boost spacecraft production and integration capacity to keep pace with growing commercial and government demand.
Commercial Space

By Chen Chuanren
Japan’s Ministry of Defense has shortlisted interceptor drones from four companies for trials aimed at defending military bases and naval vessels against the growing threat posed by uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS).
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Michael Bruno
AST SpaceMobile said late July 15 it is raising up to $1.15 billion gross via debt later eligible to be turned into stock or cash, in part for potential acquisitions or partnerships.
Commercial Space

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South Korea Moves Forward On F-15 Electronic Warfare Upgrade
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By Irene Klotz
Voyager Technologies, a contender for a NASA-backed, privately owned space station in low Earth orbit, is adding Penn State University to its associated space research institute.
Commercial Space

By Vivienne Machi
The Space Development Agency, preparing for a July 16 launch, is working to resolve on-orbit technical issues to establish its orbital mesh network.
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Chen Chuanren
China's successful recovery of a Long March-10B (CZ-10B) first-stage booster marks a significant milestone in its pursuit of reusable launch capability.
Launch Vehicles & Propulsion

By Brian Everstine
Boeing will spend more internal funds on the VC-25B future Air Force One program as costs grow to keep the long-delayed program on its current schedule.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Brian Everstine
In his final address, Chief of Space Operations Gen. B. Chance Saltzman urged the Space Force to manage certain challenges.
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Steve Trimble
The Anduril YFQ-44 became the first U.S.-funded Collaborative Combat Aircraft to launch an air-to-air missile in flight.
Missile Defense & Weapons

By Graham Warwick
Intelligent Energy develops hydrogen fuel cells for long-range drones, targeting defense and logistics missions with increased endurance and payload.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Brian Everstine
The U.S. Space Force expects initial regional space-based moving target indication within two years, with full constellation delivery by 2028.
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Mark Carreau
Axiom Space appointed experienced finance and technology executives as it advances its initiatives.
Commercial Space

By Robert Wall
The U.S. military may have to place a cap on space launches if it cannot secure the resources to modernize and expand its aging launch infrastructure in the face of booming demand, the departing chief of space operations warns.
Launch Vehicles & Propulsion

By Robert Wall
The UK evaluates fleet size, refueling needs and operational requirements as it works to restore its nuclear mission with the F-35A.
Aircraft & Propulsion