Defense Aircraft & Propulsion
Mar 03, 2026
Listen in as editors reflect on program updates and other highlights from the AFA Warfare Symposium.
Feb 27, 2026
Defense contracts are restoring momentum to the helicopter market, but commercial sales appear to have hit a plateau.
Feb 26, 2026
U.S. Army units accustomed to operating with a small number of drones are grappling with the logistical demand of fielding thousands.
Feb 24, 2026
Heeding lessons from modern battlefields, the U.S. Army is transforming the aviation branch with autonomous technology at all levels.
Feb 23, 2026
Editors preview AFA Warfare Symposium, setting the scene for key topics that will be on the agenda in Colorado.
May 26, 2026
The House Armed Services Committee on May 26 released its markup of the fiscal 2027 defense policy bill, largely supporting the Pentagon’s plans.
May 26, 2026
South Korea has launched projects to develop a 4,500-lb. thrust-class high-bypass turbofan for collaborative combat aircraft and more-electric business jets.
May 26, 2026
Hermeus achieves first U.S. private supersonic flight with Quarterhorse demonstrator reaching Mach 1.21.
May 26, 2026
The U.S. Air Force’s B-1B swept-wing bomber has a new lease on life following its planned retirement.
May 26, 2026
The Netherlands is seeking another tactical weapon to expand the armament options for its Lockheed Martin F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Fleet.
May 26, 2026
Bombardier Defense has announced it will supply three Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft for Australia.
May 26, 2026
The Polish Air Force has received its first three Lockheed Martin F-35 Joint Strike Fighters to be based in Poland.
May 26, 2026
The two Boeing 747-200s that have served as presidential transport will both be retired in 2029 as long-awaited replacements should come into service.