Defense Budget, Policy & Operations Analysis
May 26, 2026
From the cancellation of RIAT to Turkey's newly announced ICBM, editors navigate the evolving European defense scene.
May 21, 2026
In a rare move, U.S. military leaders are proactively reversing or reconsidering spending decisions made only two months ago.
May 20, 2026
AltoVolo begins full-scale Sigma VTOL demonstrator production targeting 2026 first flight with hybrid-electric propulsion and open-rotor design.
May 20, 2026
Joby Aviation moves to dismiss Archer's claims about Chinese operations and tariff classifications in ongoing eVTOL legal battle.
May 20, 2026
Germany has massive defense spending plans. Here’s what they look like.
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Jun 29, 2026
The Romanian government has selected the Rafael Spyder system to meet a requirement for short-range air defense.
Jun 26, 2026
A pilot in training accidentally activated the fuel shutoff valve during an initial qualification flight on the L3Harris OA-1K Skyraider II, causing the armed overwatch aircraft to crash.
Jun 26, 2026
Poland has signaled it is ready to acquire its first tanker aircraft following discussions with the Spanish government.
Jun 26, 2026
The Swedish government has launched a review to study the economic, defense, security and foreign policy effects associated with potential plans for a future fighter program.
Jun 26, 2026
Indonesia has settled its remaining financial obligation under the Korea Aerospace Industries KF-21 Boramae fighter development program.
Jun 26, 2026
The Boeing MQ-28A Ghost Bat collaborative combat aircraft is participating in Exercise Valiant Shield, its first involvement in a major multinational exercise.
Jun 25, 2026
The Next Generation Air Dominance and Collaborative Combat Aircraft programs have progressed to production contracts.
Jun 25, 2026
The U.S. Army’s first division to get the Bell MV-75 Cheyenne II has been practicing with Bell’s MV-22 tiltrotor ahead of the fielding in the coming years.