Defense Aircraft & Propulsion

Jun 09, 2026
Growing demand for high-end uncrewed aircraft is prompting MTU Aero Engines to explore at least a partial reset of its design philosophy in an effort to establish itself as a major propulsion provider for such systems.
Jun 09, 2026
A Ukrainian Gripen acquisition could unlock follow-on purchases from Sweden, and Brazil is considering additional buys, too.
Jun 09, 2026
The unique requirements of collaborative combat aircraft will force engine-makers to adopt a different mindset for design, schedule and cost.
Jun 09, 2026
The German Air Force is undergoing an intense period of modernization through the end of the decade that will do more than just revitalize its core air dominance role, says Luftwaffe Inspector Lt. Gen. Holger Neumann.
Jun 08, 2026
A Danish audit of the country’s Lockheed Martin F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program has found that the country’s fleet of 27 aircraft could cost some 14 billion kronor more to operate than previously estimated.
Jun 08, 2026
Palladyne AI has signed an exclusive agreement to manufacture and market IAI’s Harpy, Harop and Mini Harpy loitering munitions to the U.S. Defense Department.
Jun 08, 2026
The U.S. Marine Corps is starting anew with an effort to replace its Bell AH-1Z and UH-1Y helicopter fleet with a new, potentially uncrewed aircraft.
Jun 08, 2026
Lufthansa Technik is preparing to ramp up its defense activities as Germany starts introducing into service a range of new aircraft.