Defense

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney plans to sign an accord to join a European rearmament plan in a move to diversify its defense portfolio beyond the U.S.

The US State Department has contracted helicopter manufacturer Bell Textron to supply an undisclosed number of Bell 412 enhanced performance exportable medium lift transport helicopters to the Zambian Air Force at an estimated cost of US$100 million.

Japanese launcher-maker Space One says it has secured a contract to launch a Japanese Defense Ministry Earth-observation satellite.

The German government indicates there may be hope to salvage two OHB-built synthetic aperture radars that never became operational due to technical problems.

The cover of Aviation Week & Space Technology’s June 2, 1975, issue depicts the first prototype of the European multi-role combat aircraft (MRCA) flying over its flight test base at Manching, Germany.

Rocket Lab is entering the payload market and deepening its involvement in national security space by acquiring Geost for $275 million.

The Indian government unveiled a new industry partnership model on May 27 to fast-track development of the country’s first stealth fighter.

The U.S. Air Force’s nascent attempt to field a low-cost, long-range air-to-air missile is targeting integration on its Collaborative Combat Aircraft.

Malaysia has signed an accord with Thales to potentially acquire two more Ground Master 400 Alpha (GM400α) radars for the Royal Malaysian Air Force.

The Golden Dome air and missile defense shield could transform the defense relationship between the U.S. and Canada.

Hanwha Systems has won a $40 million contract from South Korea's Agency for Defense Development to develop a new multi-function radar for its L-SAM-II.

Saab is preparing for higher output for Global Eye airborne early warning and control system aircraft.

Hyperspectral satellite startup Kuva Space plans to build out an operational constellation of at least 100 Earth-observation satellites, the CEO says.

The European Space Agency plans to ask member states for $1.5 billion to help under Europe’s push to become more autonomous in space.

Northrop Grumman is offering its Integrated Air and Missile Defense Battle Command System to Japan as Tokyo kicks off plans to upgrade the JADGE system.

The Edwards AFB test flight of Quarterhorse Mk.1 marks the first step on a path to follow-on high-speed test aircraft, including autonomous uncrewed products.

Hermeus has flown its remotely piloted Quarterhorse Mk. 1 demonstrator, marking a key step toward follow-on development of supersonic and hypersonic vehicles.

The Netherlands has flown the final F-16 bound for Ukraine to Belgium, where it will be made ready for operations.

Germany’s new chancellor, Friedrich Merz, has provided the strongest hint yet that his country will provide KEPD 350 Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine.

Failure to adapt NATO in the current geopolitical situation risks fracturing the alliance and empowering adversaries.

Moscow has green-lit a multi-year space plan that emphasizes more tangible outcomes and seeks to close a growing gap with rivals.

A Pentagon-funded demonstration is on track next month to launch a series of experimental cargo delivery flights in North Dakota.

Sweden is acquiring two used Global 6500 business jets for the VIP mission, replacing a long-serving fleet of Gulfstreams.

LCC Vueling has become the European launch customer for Australian startup MicroTau’s drag-reducing Riblet Modification Package.

The U.S. Navy is progressing in the early stages of its long-term vertical lift plan.