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Sep 10, 2024
Warsaw is looking to translate large fighter, helicopter and weapons purchases into a stronger defense industrial footprint.
Sep 06, 2024
The flagship UK helicopter modernization program has suffered delays and shrunk in size before a contract has even been signed.
Sep 04, 2024
While the Collaborative Combat Aircraft effort prioritizes quick fielding, Project VENOM plans to evaluate future improved capabilities—including AI.
Aug 30, 2024
The Moon rocket’s new upper stage and mobile launcher are billions over budget.
Aug 29, 2024
Army and Air Force leaders are discussing options for protecting dispersed bases from air and missile attacks.

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Feb 03, 2026
Boeing has officially given up on its effort to sell new F-15s to Indonesia after the expected deal has languished for more than two years, the company says.
Feb 03, 2026
Rafael is boosting its focus on space while it awaits a decision by the Israeli government about taking the state-owned defense technology specialist public.
Feb 03, 2026
The Uzbekistan Air Force will start flying Embraer KC-390s, the Brazilian OEM said in announcing the country as the customer behind an undisclosed order.
Feb 02, 2026
Lt. Gen. Jamie Speiser-Blanchet autographed a fuselage bulkhead of the Royal Canadian Air Force's first F-35 at a ceremony in Fort Worth.
Feb 02, 2026
DOD's new National Defense Strategy raises questions on the future of USAF's “North Star” ahead of what will be a transformational budget plan to come.
Feb 02, 2026
The Republic of Singapore Air Force is opting to acquire secondhand Lockheed Martin C-130H aircraft as an interim measure to replace some aging C-130B/Hs.
Feb 02, 2026
Singapore has selected the Saab Giraffe 1X radar to replace its Portable Search and Target Acquisition Radar for low-level air defense missions.
Feb 02, 2026
A U.S. Army plan to go to a pure fleet of AH-64E Apaches by retiring its D models is starting to have ripple effects internationally, and Boeing is taking that as an opportunity to bring on more interest in the E model while also touting new capabilities the gunship will have.