Defense Aircraft & Propulsion
Nov 07, 2023
A reporter riding on a Grumman C-2A considers what is in store for future aircraft carrier delivery.
Nov 06, 2023
CVN 73 aims to shake off its reputation from prolonged maintenance and bring new capabilities to the Pacific.
Nov 06, 2023
U.S. Air Force welcomes eCTOL; simulating hydrogen turnaround; China’s TCab flies eVTOL; and flying quantum sensor.
Nov 03, 2023
The fighter needs more cooling system capacity to keep electronics from overheating, but long-term requirements may entail major changes.
Oct 27, 2023
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.
Oct 24, 2025
Saab is considering adding a new production hub to help address demand for Gripen production elsewhere, CEO Micael Johansson says.
Oct 23, 2025
The U.S. Coast Guard is set to buy additional MH-60 helicopters from Sikorsky as part of its continued growth of the fleet.
Oct 23, 2025
Hybrid Air Vehicles, developer of the Airlander 10 hybrid airship, says it has secured reservations for three aircraft for military use.
Oct 23, 2025
London’s Metropolitan Police service has launched a pilot drone service to see if the technology can help them respond more quickly to emergency calls.
Oct 23, 2025
German aircraft engine maker MTU remains hopeful the French/German/Spanish Future Combat Air System program will move forward.
Oct 23, 2025
L3Harris plans to start testing a podded version of the ALQ-254(V)1 Viper Shield EW system for retrofits on fielded Lockheed Martin F-16 Blk. 70/72s.
Oct 23, 2025
South Korea, Japan and Taiwan are possible sales targets in Asia for the newly unveiled X-BAT VTOL collaborative combat aircraft, a Sheild AI official says.
Oct 23, 2025
Replacing the Bangladesh Air Force’s aging fighter fleet is a top priority, but difficult financial conditions and political uncertainty have led to reduced defense budgets for fiscal 2026.