The DLR has begun flight trials of its uncrewed high-altitude platform, a demonstrator to validate the air vehicle and sensor technologies for lower stratosphere operations.

Japan's NEC and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries have partnered to strengthen Japan's defense industrial base and develop sovereign data and AI capabilities.

The UK is stepping up its hunt for counter-uncrewed aircraft system capabilities with a particular interest in laser-based directed energy weapons.

Initial requirements released by the Navy favor a large, fighter-size aircraft for autonomous combat roles.

Middle Powers are beginning to affect military aerospace.

U.S. Navy will begin installing Auto GCAS on Super Hornets and Growlers to reduce controlled-flight-into-terrain mishaps.

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham's government will set out a roadmap to increase defense spending to meet NATO targets and “fully fund” the Defense Investment Plan (DIP).

Ukraine warns Russian airspace is becoming unsafe as drone strikes disrupt aviation and raise concerns for airlines that continue to fly over Russian territory.