Defense Aircraft & Propulsion

May 03, 2022
Developed for Pegasus air launch, the L-1011­—world’s last operational TriStar—is pivoting to high-speed test and launch vehicle markets.
May 03, 2022
A shift to automated tools is being relied upon to transform a major weakness of the F-35 development program into a possible strength.
May 02, 2022
The service will focus on platforms to counter China including the B-21, NGAD and the F-35.
Apr 29, 2022
The OEM says longer certification timelines are a new fact of life as development woes and fixed-price contracts force first-quarter losses.
Apr 29, 2022
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.
Oct 21, 2025
Germany plans to deploy its Boeing P-8A maritime patrol aircraft in Iceland as part of an expanded security arrangement between the NATO allies.
Oct 21, 2025
Korean Air's Aerospace Division is displaying the third prototype of its Low Observable Wingman UAV System (LOWUS) with first flight of the system penciled in for December.
Oct 20, 2025
Bell has confirmed new discussions with Ukrainian government agencies over a potential Foreign Military Sale of AH-1Z and UH-1Y attack and utility helicopters.
Oct 20, 2025
The next step for the Boeing MQ-28 Ghost Bat is a flying demonstration next year.
Oct 20, 2025
KAI’s concept rebrands Collaborative Combat Aircraft as Adaptable Aerial Platforms.
Oct 20, 2025
Hanwha Aerospace has unveiled the design of the first member in a family of future turbofan engines at ADEX 2025 that are sized between 5,500-17,000-lb. thrust.
Oct 20, 2025
The Swedish Air Force has taken delivery of its first Gripen E combat aircraft.
Oct 20, 2025
Switzerland says it plans to buy Leonardo Tactical Multi-Mission Radar systems to plug an air surveillance gap in its network.