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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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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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21st February 2017

Japan's Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Agency (ATLA) has extended Airbus Helicopters' performance-based logistics (PBL) contract for its H225 helicopter fleet for the next five years, …

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Harris has extended its family of tactical radio systems today with the unveiling of its next-generation Falcon III RF-300H Manpack solution.Presented for the first time …

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IDEX 2017: Viper sees further

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21st February 2017

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Kelvin Hughes will supply its SharpEye radar systems for the Royal Navy's two latest Batch 2 River class offshore patrol vessels (OPVs), the company announced …

IDEX 2017: Pro-active support offer for high tempo Patriot

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The increased use of the Patriot air defence system by Middle East countries means that the maintenance and sustainment requirements become more urgent.Therefore system manufacturer …

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