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December 5, 2024
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Japan Selects Beechcraft T-6C Texan II as New Trainer for Air Self-Defense Force

On November 29, 2024, Japan’s Ministry of Defence announced its decision to replace the Fuji T-7 trainers used by the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) with Textron Aviation Defense’s...

December 4, 2024
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Embraer and Brazilian Air Force to Co-Create Armed Surveillance Version of C-390 Aircraft

On December 3, 2024, Brazilian aerospace firm Embraer entered a partnership with the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) to explore enhancements to its C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft. Signed during...

November 29, 2024
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Rising domestic manufacturing costs may delay IAF’s MRFA fighter jet procurement, with per-unit hikes of $20–30 million.

India’s plan to acquire 114 advanced fighter aircraft under the MRFA tender is encountering a financial challenge. Domestic manufacturing under the “Make in India” initiative could raise the cost...

November 29, 2024
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Saab pitches Gripen-E for India’s MRFA deal, offers support for AMCA fighter jet production.

Saab has presented its Gripen-E fighter jet as a candidate for India’s MRFA competition, paired with an offer to manufacture the aircraft in India. Additionally, Saab proposes contributing to...

November 27, 2024
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L3Harris to Support Development of F-35 Maintenance Facility for Canada’s Air Force

Canada has teamed up with L3Harris’ Quebec division to explore building a maintenance hub for its incoming F-35 fighter fleet. As part of a broader plan to replace the...

November 26, 2024
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Pentagon and Lockheed Martin agree in principle on the upcoming batch of F-35 fighter jets.

The Pentagon and Lockheed Martin have reached a preliminary agreement for the next two production batches—lots 18 and 19—of the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter. Though final details are still...

November 26, 2024
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Boeing secures $2.4 billion contract from the U.S. Air Force to supply additional KC-46 refueling aircraft.

The U.S. Air Force has awarded Boeing a $2.4 billion deal to supply 15 additional KC-46A Pegasus refueling aircraft as part of the program’s 11th lot. With this new...

November 26, 2024
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India to acquire Russian Tu-160M strategic bombers for its air force fleet.

Russia has reportedly proposed selling its advanced Tu-160M “White Swan” strategic bombers to India, a move that could significantly elevate the Indian Air Force’s strategic capabilities. While India reviews...

November 22, 2024
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Romania, a NATO Ally, Finalizes Agreement with US to Acquire F-35 Fighter Aircraft

Romania, a NATO member, has signed an agreement with the United States to purchase 32 F-35 fighter jets, marking the country’s largest military investment to date. The $6.5 billion...

November 21, 2024
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Poland Takes Delivery of Last Two S-70i Black Hawk Helicopters from Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin has completed the delivery of the last two S-70i medium transport/utility helicopters to the Polish Armed Forces under a 2021 agreement. The contract, managed by Lockheed’s Polish...