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November 18, 2024
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China’s New PL-15E Missile and J-35A Stealth Fighter Pose Significant Threat to India

The Zhuhai Air Show in China’s Guangdong province is showcasing several advanced aircraft, including the J-20, Russia’s Su-57 fifth-generation fighter, and the newly unveiled J-35A. Also on exhibit are...

November 15, 2024
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Leonardo to Supply ATR 42 Maritime Patrol Aircraft to Italian Coast Guard

Leonardo has been awarded a contract to supply the Italian Coast Guard with a Multirole Maritime Patrol aircraft derived from the ATR 42-600 commercial platform. This procurement is part...

November 11, 2024
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Textron to Build Nine Additional LCAC 100 Hovercraft for the U.S. Navy

The U.S. Navy has granted Textron Systems a $394.2 million contract to construct nine more LCAC 100-class Landing Craft Air Cushion vessels. This latest order follows an initial contract...

November 8, 2024
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Netherlands Places Order for 12 Airbus H225M Multi-Role Helicopters

The Dutch Ministry of Defense has signed a contract with Airbus for the acquisition of 12 H225M Caracal helicopters, with the agreement finalized at the Euronaval defense exhibition in...

November 6, 2024
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Airbus to Supply 19 H135 Helicopters for Training to the Royal Canadian Air Force

Airbus is set to deliver 19 H135 training helicopters to the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) for the first time, following a contract signed with SkyAlyne, the provider of...

October 25, 2024
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Tejas Mk1A Makes Debut Outfitted with ELL-8212/8222 Jamming Pod and Astra Mk1 BVR Missiles

India’s Tejas Mk1A Light Combat Aircraft has been spotted for the first time carrying ELL-8212/8222 jamming pods and Astra Mk1 Beyond Visual Range (BVR) missiles, signaling a major upgrade...

October 24, 2024
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Is the Eurofighter a Match for the Rafale in the MRFA Competition?

In India’s high-profile Medium Multi-Role Combat Aircraft (MMRCA) competition—dubbed the “mother of all defense deals”—the Dassault Rafale and Eurofighter Typhoon were the two final contenders. Although both aircraft met...

October 23, 2024
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Lockheed Martin Faces Financial Strain Due to F-35 Upgrade and Contract Delays

Lockheed Martin anticipates finalizing an agreement with the U.S. government by year’s end to produce the 18th and 19th batches of F-35 Joint Strike Fighters, company officials revealed during...

October 19, 2024
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Japan’s Mitsubishi Releases Concept Video for Combat Support Drone Resembling J-20 Stealth Jet

Japanese defense firm Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) has revealed concept designs for Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) intended to operate alongside Japan’s next-generation fighter. These AI-powered CCA concepts were presented...

October 18, 2024
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Taiwan utilizes satellite connections to intercept incoming drones.

To reinforce the island’s defense of key infrastructure and its main communications network, Taiwan’s military is experimenting with a satellite-based drone defense system, prompted by a rise in Chinese...