Defense Aircraft & Propulsion
Apr 24, 2026
Aircraft procurement would more than double for the Navy under the new Pentagon spending plan.
Apr 17, 2026
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.
Apr 13, 2026
The U.S. Navy’s decision to forgo carrier landings and set a price limit underscores the service’s urgency to field its next trainer.
Apr 13, 2026
As a long-awaited contract award for the F/A-XX program looms, budget and technical challenges still await for the Navy’s next carrier-based fighter.
Apr 10, 2026
A failed rescue in Iran led to the development of the V-22, yet the Osprey was not part of the latest mission.
Jul 16, 2026
Japan’s Ministry of Defense has shortlisted interceptor drones from four companies for trials aimed at defending military bases and naval vessels against the growing threat posed by uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS).
Jul 15, 2026
Boeing will spend more internal funds on the VC-25B future Air Force One program as costs grow to keep the long-delayed program on its current schedule.
Jul 15, 2026
The Anduril YFQ-44 became the first U.S.-funded Collaborative Combat Aircraft to launch an air-to-air missile in flight.
Jul 15, 2026
Intelligent Energy develops hydrogen fuel cells for long-range drones, targeting defense and logistics missions with increased endurance and payload.
Jul 15, 2026
The UK evaluates fleet size, refueling needs and operational requirements as it works to restore its nuclear mission with the F-35A.
Jul 15, 2026
Boeing has flown the second of three E-7 Wedgetail airborne early warning aircraft destined for the UK Royal Air Force.
Jul 15, 2026
The French Defense Procurement Agency has begun weapons firing trials with the Airbus H160m Guépard helicopter that it is buying for the country’s air force, army and navy.
Jul 15, 2026
Sierra Nevada Corp. has delivered the first four Boeing KC-46s outfitted with a new beyond-line-of-sight communications suite.