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Dec 19, 2022
A look at what’s trending—and what has lost popularity—in the aviation aftermarket.
Dec 19, 2022
From the war in Ukraine to testing new aircraft and battling for dollars, these leaders will make a difference to defense in 2023.
Dec 16, 2022
With the AW609 closing in on the 20th anniversary of its first flight, could 2023 finally bring high-speed rotorcraft to the commercial market?
Dec 16, 2022
At the end of a year filled with profound challenges to the U.S. defense posture, the music of its national defense is surprisingly upbeat.
Dec 15, 2022
While regional concerns in Yemen and Syria have somewhat stabilized, the Middle East tries to adapt to a new global strategic situation

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May 01, 2025
Hegseth has instructed the U.S. Army to put more urgency into key weapons programs and alter some of its structure, including in aviation.
May 01, 2025
The EU says 12 of its member states have formally said they want to take advantage of an “escape clause” on spending limits to boost outlays for defense.
Apr 30, 2025
Belgium will arm its F-35 Joint Strike Fighters with standoff weapons and acquire a new fleet of search-and-rescue helicopters, a policy note says.
Apr 29, 2025
The Australian, UK and U.S. air forces have been collaborating to help streamline the entry into service of the Boeing E-7A Wedgetail.
Apr 29, 2025
The U.S. Air Force will base 21 Boeing F-15EXs at an Air National Guard base in Michigan.
Apr 29, 2025
The House Armed Services Committee on April 29 advanced a GOP-led measure to increase Pentagon spending by $150 billion.
Apr 28, 2025
Republican lawmakers want to add money to both the F-47 and the U.S. Navy’s yet-to-be-selected next fighter.
Apr 28, 2025
The UK Royal Navy has declared FOC with its Crowsnest helicopter-borne airborne early warning radar system, which is slated for replacement in the early 2030s.