The Republic of Singapore Air Force is balancing drone threats with crewed helicopters, using AI tools and exploring counter-drone systems to maintain air superiority.

Quantum Systems has set a new speed mark for battery-powered quadcopter uncrewed aircraft with its Apex Recordhunter, hitting 777 kph.

The Republic of Singapore Air Force is developing and trialing a new digitally aided close air support system to enhance air-land integration.

The Singapore Army has introduced ST Engineering’s Artos attack drones as part of a broader effort to restructure its infantry battalion and field organic UAS.

The Royal Canadian Air Force has received its first two Lockheed Martin CF-35As at Luke AFB, Arizona, on Oct. 22 for predelivery training.

Rim-drive electric fan flies; USAF’s logistics blended wing body demo; Moya transitions cargo eVTOL; Evio advances hybrid-electric battery.

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The U.S. Air Force is looking to move quickly to build the Boeing F-47’s operational test base at Nellis AFB, Nevada, targeting a phased production approach to have the site up and running by spring 2031.