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By Robert Wall
The U.S. Navy is producing an advanced countermeasures system for its P-8A maritime patrol aircraft.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Guy Norris
The aim of the tests was to measure the microphysical properties of the contrails resulting from direct hydrogen combustion under real atmospheric conditions.
Emerging Technologies

By Tony Osborne
For the first time outside the U.S., a Royal Netherlands Air Force F-35 Joint Strike Fighter has shared data with the Dutch information system Keystone.
Sensors & Electronic Warfare

By Tony Osborne
Turkey’s Aselsan has adapted its Tolun glide bomb for ground launch from multiple-launch artillery systems.
Missile Defense & Weapons

By Tony Osborne
Germany has formally established its new Eurofighter National Test and Development Center ahead of the introduction of the first Tranche 4 model aircraft.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Chen Chuanren
KAI and KB Kookmin Bank have signed a memorandum of understanding which will see the South Korean bank provide up to KRW1 trillion ($703 million) in financial support to the OEM.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Steve Trimble
Three companies will kick off the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Ephemeral Paragon program, winning separate contracts to develop adaptive EW technologies.
Sensors & Electronic Warfare

By Vivienne Machi
The U.S. Space Force’s Commercial Space Office is planning a launch-based version of its Commercial Augmentation Space Reserve effort.
Launch Vehicles & Propulsion

By Vivienne Machi
Bulgaria is using two nanosatellites to support surveillance efforts over the Black Sea, says a senior NATO official.
Satellites

By Steve Trimble
Boeing has started demolishing two buildings on its St. Louis production complex to make way for facilities for advanced fighters and other combat aircraft.
Manufacturing & Supply Chain

By Mark Carreau
The Ascend Act seeks to codify NASA’s Commercial Satellite Data Acquisition program to permanently provide shared access to commercial small-satellite data.
Satellites

By Graham Warwick
Australian startup MicroTau is working with Delta Air Lines to test its drag-reducing riblet film on the Boeing 767.
Emerging Technologies

By Chen Chuanren
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has expressed interest for his country to participate in the Turkish Aerospace Industries Kaan fighter program.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Tony Osborne
The Spanish Air Force has taken delivery of it first Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) conversion of the Airbus A330.
Multi-Mission Aircraft

By Chen Chuanren
The aircraft will be will be upgraded in Califormia and converted into aerial firefighting water bombers.
Multi-Mission Aircraft

By Samuel Archer
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By Brandon Patrick
In fewer than two decades Algeria will have transformed its combat air forces from a mix of 70s- and 80s-era legacy Russian platforms to a shiny mix of new-build fighters representing the best that eastern manufacturers currently have on offer.
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By Vivienne Machi
The U.S. Space Force plans to award the next contract for new missile-tracking satellites in medium-Earth orbit about three months behind schedule.
Space Symposium

By Steve Trimble
Advances in fighters, airlifters and refuelers are necessary for the U.S. military to compete with the Chinese Air Force, says the head of Indo-Pacific Command.
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Graham Warwick
China’s AVIC has completed a 30-hr. flight with a hydrogen-powered uncrewed aircraft system, breaking the domestic record for fuel-cell-powered aircraft.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Tony Osborne
India’s government has approved the purchase of new carrier-capable Rafale combat aircraft to equip the country’s naval air arm.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Steve Trimble
A Boeing F-15C has completed the final flight by the aircraft’s active-duty fleet, marking 46 years of operational service by the twin-engine fighter.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Tony Osborne
The French Air Force has declared its fleet of upgraded Dassault Mirage 2000D ready for the front line.
Aircraft & Propulsion