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
The Trump administration has unveiled a $1.5 trillion defense spending proposal for fiscal 2027, marking a substantial long-term increase in military funding.
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.
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May 19, 2026
NORAD intercepts aircraft over DC airspace... LOCKHEED gets F-35 armament award... TERRA DRONE debuts interceptor drone in Ukraine...
May 19, 2026
Italy looks set to become the next customer for Airbus’ A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport, tender documents have revealed.
May 19, 2026
As part of its plan to field new transport aircraft, SOCOM wants to prioritize cost-effective operations, range and a broad sustainment enterprise.
May 19, 2026
U.S. bombers will try to leverage the Jacobs-supplied AgilePod-26 for new electronic warfare capabilities.
May 19, 2026
As the U.S. Air Force gets started on a replacement for the MQ-9, U.S. Special Operations Command wants to ensure its needs are considered early.
May 19, 2026
USAF names Leidos AGM-190A cruise missile 'Havoc Spear' as part of rapid fielding initiative.
May 19, 2026
The U.S. Army’s top general said May 19 that the army also is reviewing proposed steep cuts for aviation procurement in fiscal 2027, following a separate review announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth last week.
May 19, 2026
Canada selects PC-21 trainers to replace Snowbirds' aging jets, grounding the team until 2030s deliveries.