Macron approves construction of France’s next-generation aircraft carrier
France has advanced its next-generation aircraft carrier program to the realization phase. President Emmanuel Macron confirmed on December…
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Germany launches Taurus Neo cruise missile production with MBDA
MBDA, a European missile manufacturer specializing in air-to-air, air-to-surface, and air defense systems, has secured a new contract…
Australia’s C-130J Hercules fleet completes Block 8.1 upgrade at RAAF Richmond
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has declared final operational capability on a major upgrade program for its…
Leonardo to deliver Italy’s first long-range ballistic missile defense radars
Leonardo, Italy’s state-controlled aerospace and defense group, has been selected to develop and deliver the first four next-generation…
China’s long-rumored Y-30 turboprop airlifter makes first test flight
China has apparently flown a previously rumored turboprop military transport aircraft for the first time, offering the clearest indication yet that the…
Spain orders 100 Airbus helicopters under national modernization plan
Spain has placed orders for 100 Airbus helicopters through the Directorate General for Armament and Material (DGAM), formalizing…
Saab says Gripen, GlobalEye production in Canada could support over 12,000 jobs
Swedish defense company Saab says it could support up to 12,600 jobs in Canada by localizing production of…
US Air Force to acquire two more Boeing 747-8s to support presidential fleet
The US Air Force said it is acquiring two additional Boeing 747-8 aircraft for approximately $400 million to support training and sustainment for the future presidential…
Archer recruits Vertical’s Director of Engineering, sets up new UK subsidiary
Archer Aviation has recruited the services of a long-standing Vertical Aerospace employee, as the US electric vehicle takeoff…
Norway to fund F-16 munitions and S-300 air defense missiles for Ukraine
Norway will finance a new military aid package for Ukraine that includes F-16 fighter jet ammunition and a…
Finland unveils its first Lockheed Martin F-35A fighter at US rollout ceremony
Finland has presented its first F-35A Lightning II multirole fighter during a rollout ceremony held on December 16,…
Airbus delivers first H160 helicopter to French Gendarmerie Nationale
Airbus Helicopters has delivered the first H160 medium helicopter to France’s Gendarmerie Nationale. The handover took place on…
China’s CH-7 stealth uncrewed flying wing completes first flight
China has confirmed the maiden flight of its CH-7 stealth uncrewed aerial vehicle, marking a significant step in…
German Navy takes delivery of first NH90 Sea Tiger helicopter
The German Navy has taken delivery of its first NH90 Sea Tiger maritime combat helicopter, Airbus Helicopters announced…
Rheinmetall tests counter-drone systems during military exercise in Finland
Rheinmetall Air Defence showcased its counter-drone capabilities during a Finnish Armed Forces exercise, highlighting the growing attention European…
Rolls-Royce begins FLRAA engine testing in Indianapolis for US Army MV-75
Rolls-Royce has begun ground testing the engines that will power the US Army’s Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA),…
Turkey scrambles F-16s to shoot down UAV approaching Black Sea airspace
Turkey’s Ministry of National Defense said it shot down an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) after it was detected…
Lockheed Martin completes F-16 Block 70 fleets for Bulgaria and Slovakia
Lockheed Martin has finished production of all F-16 Block 70 aircraft for Bulgaria and Slovakia’s initial fleets, a milestone that marks a…