DARPA’s second Lift Challenge will demand drones carry heavier payloads twice as far, advancing military capabilities.

Tekever acquires Flowcopter, gaining hydraulic propulsion technology to accelerate development of its heavy-lift AR6 uncrewed aircraft.

Stefano Villanti takes over Leonardo Helicopters after Gian Piero Cutillo moves into Leonardo’s senior leadership.

Navy seeks carrier-capable CCAs with large payloads, autonomous operations and rapid development for future carrier air wings.

Kazakhstan is negotiating Chinese K-8W trainers and transport aircraft as it expands defense ties with Beijing.

The Air Force’s MH-139 has reached initial operational capability, replacing the UH-1N in nuclear missile security.

Denmark finalized 16 additional F-35As despite Greenland tensions and fire damage to a Danish aircraft.

Singapore will receive F-35Bs for U.S. training in 2026 before establishing its first local F-35A presence in 2029.