Defense Aircraft & Propulsion
Dec 28, 2018
Vertical flight was a hot topic in 2018 with heightened activity on electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing (eVTOL) aircraft for recreational and air-taxi use.
Dec 27, 2018
There are few things as exhilarating as flying in a fighter, whether it's the newest fighter or one that's been in service for decades. Enjoy a vicarious thrill by viewing these shots of some of the world's fastest aircraft.
Dec 26, 2018
Warbirds help keep alive the history of past conflicts, making them come alive for today's air show visitors.
Dec 21, 2018
References to the Avic Xian H-20 suggest its unveiling is close. The second aircraft carrier is at sea, nearing commissioning.
Dec 19, 2018
Spending for 2019 is scheduled to rise 8.2%. Within that, the equipment, research and development budget will advance 13.7%.
Apr 30, 2025
New proprotor gearboxes for the V-22 Osprey are being built now with the aim of avoiding issues linked to a recent major crash.
Apr 30, 2025
Greece is acquiring up to 10 Airbus H215 Super Puma helicopters for aerial firefighting.
Apr 30, 2025
The Marines have deployed SpaceX’s Starshield, the military version of its Starlink proliferated system, on the Sikorsky VH-92 presidential helicopter.
Apr 30, 2025
A UK company developing a co-axial rotor system-equipped uncrewed rotorcraft has secured $4 million more in funding to speed testing and expand its facilities.
Apr 30, 2025
The UK arm of European missile manufacturer MBDA has invested in a small drone developer to assist in the making of a prototype 881.8 lb. hybrid multicopter.
Apr 30, 2025
The U.S. Marines are planning upgrades to their Bell helicopters to increase their survivability, integrate long-range weapons and improve connectivity.
Apr 30, 2025
Airbus and Shield AI will integrate the Hivemind autonomy software on an uncrewed, cargo-carrying variant of the UH-72A Lakota helicopter.
Apr 29, 2025
A competition is now on hold to select a new air vehicle for autonomous resupply to U.S. Marine Corps units.