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Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2026)

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Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2026)

28th January 2026

The Lockheed Martin F-16 fighter jet remains in the limelight more than 40 years after its first flight. Shephard sums up the latest developments and details everything you need to know about the aircraft in 2026.

US Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star’s 50-year service highlights capability gaps in Antarctica

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US Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star’s 50-year service highlights capability gaps in Antarctica

28th January 2026

Delays in the construction of the Polar Security Cutter – the future substitute for the Polar Star – are likely to prolong the ageing icebreaker’s service time even more, putting the USCG in a risky position.

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SOFIC 2018: Virtual symposium launched to support industry

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SOFIC 2018: Virtual symposium launched to support industry

16th May 2018

The US Special Operations Command’s (USSOCOM’s) Science and Technology (S&T;) Directorate has launched a virtual symposium to support industry efforts to identify and enable disruptive …

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16th May 2018

US Navy SEAL teams are set to receive an uplift in personal equipment with a contract award confirmed on 27 April to supply operators with …

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Wearable C-UAS for special ops forces

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MyDefence has developed a wearable UAS detection platform for Special Operations Forces, the company announced on 14 May. Called Wingman 103, the counter-UAS solution has …

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Keel laid for future USS Daniel Inouye

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ITEC 2018: CAE take pressure off live training assets (video)

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ITEC 2018: CAE take pressure off live training assets (video)

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With live training presenting budgetary challenges for militaries, industry continues to meet demands for increased capabilities across virtual and simulated environments. Marc-Olivier Sabourin, VP Defence …

Insight: ‘Cyber awakening’ for rotary-wing operators

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Insight: ‘Cyber awakening’ for rotary-wing operators

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PreTalen to continue to PANACEA development

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PreTalen has received a $23.9 million contract from the US Air Force to develop an automated platform that analyses wireless communication systems. Under the contract, …

ITEC 2018: 3D Perception to deliver visual display upgrades

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ITEC 2018: 3D Perception to deliver visual display upgrades

16th May 2018

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ITEC 2018: Wildcat time shaved in simulator delivery

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IMT Vislink, K2 partner on Knight Hawk UAS

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ITEC 2018: Calytrix sharpen Titan's industry impact (video)

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