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Paris Air Show 2025: Lockheed says TR-3 upgrade “closing in” on completion

The TR-3 configured F-35 aircraft have rolled off production lines since July 2024, but are still not yet combat capable and are still awaiting final sign-off for the software upgrade.

Air Warfare

Spanish Army’s VAMTAC drone acquisition progresses ongoing UAV investment

Spain has made clear its intent to acquire a range of uncrewed aerial systems (UAS), including those that will form part of its wider VAMTAC programme, announced in June 2025.

Air Warfare

Further funding allocated for Eurofighter Typhoon ECRS Mk2 radar programme

The latest tranche of funding from the UK government comes ahead of the radar's integration into Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft from 2028.

Air Warfare

M-345 officially enters service as trainer for Italian Air Force

The Leonardo M-345 High-Efficiency Trainer (HET) basic/advanced trainer is similar to the M-346, which is the second part of the Italian Air Force’s training system, but is a substantially smaller and less powerful aircraft.

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Defence Notes

V Corps gears up for operations

8th April 2021

The reactivated V Corps reflects a focus in the US National Defense Strategy on forward deployment to counter adversaries and improve readiness in the event of a conflict with a near-peer rival power.
Air Warfare

UK airborne early warning programme approaches milestone

8th April 2021

Military Aviation Authority clears STS and Boeing to begin Wedgetail conversion.
Land Warfare

Barrett to meet PSR requirement

8th April 2021

Barrett will provide about 2,800 modular sniper rifles to the US Army.
Air Warfare

Denmark rolls out its first F-35A

8th April 2021

Multirole F-35A will be at the epicentre of Danish defence in the years ahead, says the country’s defence minister.
Training

SAIC lends simulation expertise to US Army

8th April 2021

Five-year deal for SAIC includes delivery of live, virtual and constructive modelling and simulation to the US Army.
Digital Battlespace

US Army defines next level of networking

8th April 2021

New communications systems for the US Army in Capability Set 25 will incorporate features such as automated network management, cloud capabilities and SATCOM enhancements.
Defence Notes

Irish DoD advised to increase peacekeeping protection capabilities

8th April 2021

Countering peacekeeping threats by investing in new capabilities should be central to long-term Irish defence ambitions, a source says.
Uncrewed Vehicles

USN receives Seahawk unmanned vessel

7th April 2021

The design of the Seahawk medium USV reflects lessons learned from the predecessor Sea Hunter vessel.
Training

Project Avenger graduates first USN students

7th April 2021

The USN has graduated its first class of primary pilot students through its Project Avenger initiative and the process is expected to be adopted by another Training Air Wing in the near future.
Naval Warfare

USN selects industry partner to modernise combat systems

7th April 2021

The USN wants to insert COTS technologies and open architecture designs into combat systems used by its surface vessels.
Defence Notes

Next-generation US nuke programme passes baseline review

7th April 2021

Completion of the Integrated Baseline Review puts the Ground Based Strategic Deterrent on track for IOC by 2029, says lead contractor Northrop Grumman.
Land Warfare

Lviv Armoured Plant hands over upgraded tanks to Ukraine

7th April 2021

The latest batch of five upgraded T-64s and T-72s handed over to the Ukrainian armed forces follows ten combat vehicles in Q1 2021.
Naval Warfare

USN selects Lockheed Martin for Aegis modernisation work

7th April 2021

The AMOD programme fields combat system upgrades that will enhance the anti-air warfare and ballistic missile defence capabilities of Aegis-equipped vessels.
Digital Battlespace

USAF spends big on cyberspace unit support

7th April 2021

Three contracts cover advisory services for the 96th Cyberspace Test Group.
Land Warfare

Marine Corps explores potential of ship-killing NMESIS

7th April 2021

USMC eyes a fleet of robotic JLTVs armed with long-range missiles to sink ships.
Air Warfare

Alion to provide R&D services for F-35 Joint Program Office

7th April 2021

USAF chooses industry partner for research, technical studies, and analysis on F-35 weapons systems and platforms.
Digital Battlespace

NATO procurement agency orders Puma 3 AE

7th April 2021

NATO Support and Procurement Agency places orders for AeroVironment hand-launched surveillance and reconnaissance drones.
Air Warfare

Thailand receives more Russian-built helicopters

7th April 2021

Russian Mi-17V-5 and American S-70i Black hawks are among the newest helicopters in Thai military service.
Air Warfare

USAF orders integration and test work for StormBreaker

6th April 2021

Raytheon will deliver GBU-53/B All-Up Round test vehicles and other equipment by April 2023.

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