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September crewed air review: established platforms retain their grip on the market
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September drone digest: attrition-tolerant aircraft pitched to replace the Reaper

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September drone digest: attrition-tolerant aircraft pitched to replace the Reaper

30th September 2026

The loss of many MQ-9 Reapers during the 2026 Iran War has underscored the risks of sending relatively expensive UAVs into contested airspace. In September, new contenders to replace the Reaper emerged, championing cheaper, modular aircraft designs for mass production and inevitable attrition.

September land forces roundup: DVD 2026 puts British Army requirements in the spotlight

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September land forces roundup: DVD 2026 puts British Army requirements in the spotlight

29th September 2026

The US Army began its search for a 155mm tracked mobile tactical cannon in an effort that Shephard forecasts could be worth billions of dollars. Meanwhile, the UK DVD exhibition saw companies showcase their offerings for the British Army’s mobility and air defence requirements.

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India reboots CQB rifle tender

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This month the Indian Army launched a supplementary RfI to obtain 44,000 much-needed 5.56mm close-quarter battle (CQB) carbines.These are intended to replace its retired Sterling 1A1 9mm …

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Boeing and Huntington Ingalls Industries have teamed up to design and build an unmanned undersea vehicle (UUV) in support of the US Navy’s Extra Large …

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Tata Advanced Systems (TASL) has begun delivery of crown and tailcone assemblies for the Indian configuration of the CH-47F Chinook helicopter. The parts - manufactured …

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Leonardo secures C-27J spares contract

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Denmark extends cooperation with Systematic

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