Defense Aircraft & Propulsion

Jun 05, 2025
Canadian politicians’ past promises to bolster defense spending underdelivered, but this time may be different.
May 30, 2025
DARPA has announced a power-beaming distance record of 8.6 km (5.3 mi) for the laser-based system that could support many military applications.
May 30, 2025
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.
May 29, 2025
Editors share their impressions of an in-depth conversation with Kelly Ortberg after the Boeing CEO spoke exclusively with Aviation Week.
May 29, 2025
The CEO talks about his plans for a turnaround, Boeing’s future in space, when it might launch a new airliner and the huge F-47 fighter win.
Apr 07, 2026
State-owned aviation company Enaer delivered the first prototype of the T-40 Newen primary trainer to the Chilean air force during an April 6 ceremony at the FIDAE air show.
Apr 07, 2026
A survivability upgrade is coming for the Sikorsky HH-60W Jolly Green II fleet that rescued the pilot and weapon system officer of a Boeing F-15E that was shot down over Iran on April 2.
Apr 07, 2026
Three bidders, including Bell and M1 Support Services, advance to the final phase of the U.S. Army’s Flight School Next program, which aims to overhaul rotary-wing training with a new fleet of single-engine turbine helicopters.
Apr 07, 2026
Hermeus secures $350 million in Series C funding to accelerate production of its supersonic Quarterhorse Mk 2.1 aircraft, advancing high-speed flight capabilities and scaling manufacturing operations.
Apr 07, 2026
Belgium’s Air Force becomes the first European military customer for Cessna’s SkyCourier, acquiring five aircraft for special forces operations with modifications for rapid personnel and equipment transport.
Apr 07, 2026
KULR Technology Group is moving into electric aviation with a pact to provide the battery system for Robinson's eR66 electric light helicopter demonstrator.
Apr 07, 2026
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. said it paused operations with its YFQ-42A prototype following a mishap after takeoff at its airport in California.
Apr 06, 2026
Anduril is working on hypersonic strike systems and large air vehicles, pushing its defense technology portfolio beyond subsonic cruise missiles and CCA.