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The US military is expanding its efforts to modernise mortar technology

26th February 2026

A growing push towards increasing mobility and lethality across forces can be seen in recent contracts and modernisation efforts, with advancing mortar technology playing an integral role in modern warfare.

UK Royal Navy notes hybrid air wing progress with eyes on Peregrine drone development

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UK Royal Navy notes hybrid air wing progress with eyes on Peregrine drone development

26th February 2026

The Royal Navy’s Maritime Aviation Transformation (MATX) initiative aims to modernise aviation capabilities to use uncrewed systems where possible, supporting its goal of a hybrid air wing by 2040.

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Taiwan’s new AJT to take off in 2020

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Taiwan’s new AJT to take off in 2020

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Taiwan kicked off its air force's advanced jet trainer (AJT) programme on 7 February. A memorandum of cooperation was signed between the Republic of China …

 German Heron 1 fully operational in Mali

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German Heron 1 fully operational in Mali

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The Heron 1 deployed by the Luftwaffe to Mali last year reached its full operational capability (FOC) on 1 February after its first flight with …

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RE2 continues manipulator arm development

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IL-112V prototype takes shape

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Ajax simulator passes CDR

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Ajax simulator passes CDR

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IAF changes helicopter pilot training programmes

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