After a busy week of news, Aviation Week defense editors break down the latest developments in the fighter, trainer and uncrewed aircraft programs in an action-packed episode.
Hensoldt is raising its full-year outlook for bookings in a sign higher European defense spending is turning into tangible business faster than expected.
The International Trade Administration’s Manufacturing Office is hyperfocused on helping the U.S. aerospace sector increase its global competitiveness.
The U.S. Army has a demonstration planned for next year near Hawaii in which the service will launch almost 200 balloons and other high-altitude systems.
London’s Metropolitan Police service has launched a pilot drone service to see if the technology can help them respond more quickly to emergency calls.
North Korea has claimed it tested two hypersonic missiles on Oct. 22, describing them as part of an “important weapon system,” according to state media reports.
Hanwha Systems and Diehl will explore the integration of South Korean multi-function radar (MFR) technology into the German company's air defense systems.
South Korea, Japan and Taiwan are possible sales targets in Asia for the newly unveiled X-BAT VTOL collaborative combat aircraft, a Sheild AI official says.
Airbus, Leonardo and Thales have joined forces to gain critical mass in the satellite business amid slumping demand for the largest telecommunications spacecraft and hot competition in other segments.
The rising popularity of Collaborative Combat Aircraft has spread to the U.S. Army, which is now considering the reusable systems to augment crewed rotorcraft.
Replacing the Bangladesh Air Force’s aging fighter fleet is a top priority, but difficult financial conditions and political uncertainty have led to reduced defense budgets for fiscal 2026.
