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Feb 26, 2026
With Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. largely out of the way, India can leverage its buying power and talent to promote its aerospace industry.
Feb 26, 2026
U.S. Army units accustomed to operating with a small number of drones are grappling with the logistical demand of fielding thousands.
Feb 24, 2026
Heeding lessons from modern battlefields, the U.S. Army is transforming the aviation branch with autonomous technology at all levels.
Feb 23, 2026
Editors preview AFA Warfare Symposium, setting the scene for key topics that will be on the agenda in Colorado.
Feb 20, 2026
The top airman talks with Aviation Week about his focus on increasing immediate readiness and addressing “change fatigue.”

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May 06, 2026
The U.S. Marine Corps plans to buy 10 UC-12W support aircraft in fiscal 2027, almost doubling the service’s fleet in one year, with another seven to follow in 2028.
May 06, 2026
Leonardo’s departing CEO expects the new management team to largely stay the course even if some adjustments to plans may take place, Robert Cingolani said on his last day on the job.
May 06, 2026
The head of Lockheed Martin’s Aeronautics division will retire and be replaced by Orlando “OJ” Sanchez, the leader of Skunk Works.
May 05, 2026
American combat aircraft and other forces are maintaining a high pace of operations to detect and down Iranian threats in the Persian Gulf.
May 05, 2026
Ursa Major is in talks about a new phase of testing of a unique, liquid-fueled tactical missile demonstrator after two test firings.
May 05, 2026
Spacecraft developer Quantum Space says former NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine will serve as its next chief executive.
May 05, 2026
Anduril Industries has gathered five industry partners to support its work on the U.S. Space Force’s space-based interceptor program, the company says.
May 05, 2026
The EU launched a call for participation in the EU-Ukraine Drone Alliance aimed at fostering development of UAS and ways to defend against them.