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Feb 11, 2026
A Democratic lawmaker representing El Paso, Texas, disputed the Trump administration’s claim on Feb. 11 that a drone incursion by a Mexican cartel triggered a brief closure of a major commercial airport.
Feb 11, 2026
France’s next aircraft carrier will rely on multiple uncrewed aircraft systems, making their combination central to operations.
Feb 11, 2026
The FAA has reversed an order that to ground all commercial and general aviation flights from El Paso, Texas, for 10 days starting on Feb. 10.
Feb 11, 2026
Countries in the Middle East and North Africa have invested heavily in small arms, munitions and complex weapons over the past three years, with Aviation Week data making it the largest market segment after military aircraft.
Feb 11, 2026
The European Union has unveiled a plan to address growing concerns among member states about malicious drone operations.
Feb 11, 2026
Eutelsat has secured about $1.2 billion in export credit backing for its order for 440 Airbus-made satellites for its OneWeb LEO broadband constellation.
Feb 11, 2026
The 2026 Marine Aviation Plan lays out an ambitious vision in four five-year blocks, with the last one starting in 2041 and simply labeled "next generation."
Feb 11, 2026
The Republic of Singapore Air Force will replace its oldest Hercules with used ones for now, buying time before choosing a new transport aircraft.