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June 3, 2026
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Saab unveils twin-seat Gripen F fighter

A new twin-seat variant of the Gripen fighter aircraft has emerged as an important addition to modern air combat and pilot training capabilities. Developed in partnership with Brazilian industry,...

June 2, 2026
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UK buys hundreds of Martlet missiles

Defense forces are expanding inventories of lightweight precision-guided missiles designed to counter drones, low-flying aircraft, and fast-moving surface threats. These versatile weapons can be deployed from helicopters, naval platforms,...

June 1, 2026
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Inside America’s F-22 Raptor Fighter

More than two decades after its introduction, the F-22 Raptor remains one of the most capable fighter aircraft in the world and a cornerstone of US air superiority strategy....

June 1, 2026
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AMCA Mission Systems Based on LCA Mk2

Indian defense electronics company Data Patterns (India) Limited has revealed that its work on mission systems for the Tejas Mk2 fighter will contribute directly to the development of India’s...

May 31, 2026
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MiG-29UPG fleet undergoes major upgrade

Air forces around the world are extending the operational life of existing fighter fleets through targeted modernization programs focused on avionics, radar systems, weapons integration, and maintenance localization. These...

May 31, 2026
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Dassault offers Falcon 10X for ISTAR role

Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition, and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) aircraft are becoming increasingly important in modern network-centric warfare environments. Equipped with advanced radar systems, electronic intelligence sensors, and real-time data fusion...

May 31, 2026
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Russia offers Su-57 code access to India

The development and acquisition of fifth-generation combat aircraft continue to shape global air power strategies. Nations are exploring collaborative approaches that combine advanced stealth technology, domestic industrial participation, and...

May 30, 2026
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AMCA designed for future variable-cycle engine

Modern defense programs are placing significant emphasis on next-generation propulsion technologies to enhance the performance of aircraft, missiles, and naval platforms. Emerging concepts include adaptive cycle engines, advanced turbofans,...

May 30, 2026
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HAL speeds Prachand production via outsourcing

Directed energy weapons are emerging as a promising solution for countering drones, missiles, and other aerial threats. These systems use concentrated energy, such as high-power lasers or microwave emissions,...

May 29, 2026
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Tejas trainer fleet grows to 47 jets

Satellite-based surveillance systems are becoming increasingly important for modern military operations, providing real-time intelligence, target tracking, and battlefield awareness across large geographic regions. Advanced constellations equipped with optical, infrared,...