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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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USCG orders HC-144 missionisation equipment

6th September 2017

TFab Defense Systems (TFD has received a contract from the US Coast Guard to manufacture and deliver Minotaur mission system workstation units for the HC-144B …

DSEI 2017: Patria’s containerised mortar system demo'd

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DSEI 2017: Patria’s containerised mortar system demo'd

6th September 2017

Patria’s New Mortar (Nemo) Container has successfully completed its first test firings on a truck platform.  Announced on 1 September, the technology had been through …

DSEI 2017: Hensoldt revealed XPeller (video)

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DSEI 2017: Hensoldt revealed XPeller (video)

6th September 2017

As the misuse of small UAVs become an increased threat, Hensoldt spoke to Shephard about its counter UAS system, the XpellerTM, earlier in 2017.

DSEI 2017: Maintaining the fleet (video)

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DSEI 2017: Maintaining the fleet (video)

6th September 2017

As the Royal Navy looks to integrate new vessels into its fleet, including the new Type 26, Shephard spoke with BAE Systems' Type 23 class output …

DSEI 2017: Unmanned skies over Europe (video)

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DSEI 2017: Unmanned skies over Europe (video)

6th September 2017

UAV programmes in Europe are dominated by France and the UK with work continuing on the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) design between the two nations.  The …

Kabul to expand its Cayuse Warrior fleet

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Kabul to expand its Cayuse Warrior fleet

6th September 2017

MD Helicopters has been awarded a US$1.38 billion contract for 150 MD 530F Cayuse Warrior helicopters, with the initial 30 bound for Afghanistan, the US DoD …

DSEI 2017: Nimr highlights new test track (video)

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DSEI 2017: Nimr highlights new test track (video)

6th September 2017

At the Nimr Automotive site in Dubai, the company showcased its new test track to media as well as highlighting its portfolio of light tactical …

MSPO 2017: Polish T-72 upgrades on display

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MSPO 2017: Polish T-72 upgrades on display

6th September 2017

Polish manufacturer Bumar-Łabędy is using this year’s MSPO exhibition to showcase two upgrade solutions for the Soviet-era T-72 main battle tank; one low-cost refresh and …

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Elbit Systems wins maritime C4ISR contract

6th September 2017

Elbit Systems has received a two-year contract worth $11 million for the supply of an integrated maritime C4ISR system to an undisclosed navy in the …

Indian Army lodges Dhruv order

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Indian Army lodges Dhruv order

6th September 2017

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is in receipt of an order for 41 further Dhruv Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH), primarily for the Indian Army, according to …

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Saab and Adani Group will collaborate to produce Gripen E fighter jets for India should the aircraft be selected by the Indian government, Saab announced …

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Greater clarity has begun to emerge about the radical restructuring of China’s airborne force – what was once referred to as the 15th Airborne Corps …

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