Defense Budget, Policy & Operations Analysis
Apr 14, 2026
Aviation Week editors discuss the recent rescue operation of the Dude 44 F-15E crew, which marks a significant advancement in military innovation.
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
ITC investigates Joby over alleged patent infringement of Chinese-sourced eVTOL components following Archer complaint.
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.
Apr 10, 2026
The Trump administration has unveiled a $1.5 trillion defense spending proposal for fiscal 2027, marking a substantial long-term increase in military funding.
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Jul 24, 2026
Lockheed Martin targets India, Latin America and U.S. demand as C-130 deliveries return to normal.
Jul 24, 2026
Indonesia finalizes a M-346F purchase, expanding defense ties with Italy and modernizing its trainer fleet.
Jul 24, 2026
Germany is exploring a military launch site to strengthen sovereign, resilient and responsive space launch capabilities.
Jul 24, 2026
Tekever has unveiled a new rotary wing uncrewed air system which it hopes will help it secure a chunk of the growing uncrewed heavylift multi-copter market.
Jul 22, 2026
Germany seeks approval for four additional P-8As while pursuing renewed anti-ship strike and air-launched capabilities.
Jul 21, 2026
A trio of senior officials is on deck, ready to usher in a new era of U.S. military space.
Jul 21, 2026
Sustaining success in Angola’s counter-insurgency missions will require continued investment in key air power capabilities, and the country’s air force has set several important modernization programs in motion.
Jul 21, 2026
Airbus seeks a major role in Europe's next-generation fighter while exploring new partnerships after FCAS collapsed.