Air Warfare

Read the latest Air Warfare defence news from our team of expert journalists and analysts, giving you the 'so what' behind the latest headlines.

Nordic nations plan to jointly operate air forces

Four Scandinavian countries have signed a joint declaration to strengthen the air defence of the region in the face of a heightened Russian threat.

Varjo-Aechelon partnership on US Air Force training programme continues run of success for Finnish company

Aechelon and Varjo are collaborating to provide mixed reality (MR) technology for the USAF's 31st Combat Training Squadron to enhance readiness to combat evolving threats.

US Air Force needs over 200 B-21 bombers, expert argues as maiden flight faces delays

The first flight of Northrop Grumman's B-21 Raider stealth bomber has been delayed, while experts argue the US Air Force is in need of more than 300 bombers as tensions heighten across the globe.

Singapore at-sea deployment of F-35Bs can overcome airfield dependency

Singapore could potentially deploy F-35Bs from its Joint Multi-Mission Ship to overcome airfield dependency and improve air defence as part of its apparent new security strategy.

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US Air Force jet trainer upgrade prevents obsolescence and improves availability

24th March 2023

Contractor Field Aerospace has completed work on the Avionics Modification Program for the USAF's T-1 Jayhawk fleet to address obsolescence issues, increase aircraft availability and decrease sustainment costs.
Air Warfare

Northrop Grumman advances airborne connectivity for US Air Force

24th March 2023

Northrop Grumman's Software Programmable Open Mission Systems Compliant (SPOC) multifunction processor will help define the USAF's approach to next-generation airborne radio.
Training

Lockheed Martin wins contract for F-16 training and sustainment

23rd March 2023

Lockheed Martin has been awarded a $25 million contract to provide F-16 operational capability and maintenance training for international partner nations.
Digital Battlespace

New US developer LightRidge to take on air and space sensor markets

23rd March 2023

The private-equity backed firm combines the businesses of space payloads specialist GEOST and airborne sensor manufacturer Ophir.
Air Warfare

Australian firm selected for US hypersonic test vehicle requirement

23rd March 2023

Hypersonix Launch Systems will provide flight vehicles for testing under a US Defense Innovation Unit hypersonic programme.
Uncrewed Vehicles

Aeronautics inks agreement for producing Orbiter 4 UAVs in Thailand

22nd March 2023

Aeronautics has expanded its Asia-Pacific operations, signing a collaboration agreement with RV Connex to produce the Orbiter 4 UAV in Thailand.
Digital Battlespace

Northrop Grumman to commence work on MESA sensors for US Air Force E-7 AEW fleet

22nd March 2023

The USAF will become the fifth operator of the E-7/MESA combination following Australia, Turkey, South Korea and the UK.
Air Warfare

Slovakia to get US attack helicopters after donating jets to Ukraine

22nd March 2023

The US is offering a dozen AH-1Z Viper helicopters to Slovakia at two-thirds discount with the latter sending its fighters to Ukraine, which would likely extend H-1 production beyond 2023.
Training

Aeralis teams up with AI company on digital enterprise model for aircraft services

22nd March 2023

Aeralis has signed an MoU with Aerogility to develop a digital enterprise model for aircraft services, focusing on optimising whole-life costs and aircraft availability
Defence Notes

HAL is major beneficiary of latest Indian procurement approvals

22nd March 2023

India has approved millions of dollars in new military purchases, most of which will go to public sector companies.
Air Warfare

Iraq emerges as customer for Turkish Aselpod airborne targeting system

21st March 2023

An Iraqi Air Force Aero L-159 light attack jet has been photographed fitted with an Aselsan Aselpod targeting system, suggesting that Iraq is the export customer announced in by the company in autumn 2022.
Air Warfare

Poland to arm AW149 helicopters with Hellfire missiles

21st March 2023

The 800 Hellfire missiles requested by Poland via a US Foreign Military Sale will equip the country's AW149 helicopter fleet, with a follow-on request likely to arm Apache helicopters and potentially other platforms.
Training

France buys new sims for its E-3 Sentry AWACS aircraft

20th March 2023

The full flight simulator procurement falls under the cockpit modernisation programme awarded to Air France Industries KLM Engineering and Maintenance.
Air Warfare

Germany to adapt Airbus H145 helicopters for combat role

20th March 2023

Reports suggest Germany has decided to buy Airbus H145 aircraft and modify them for armed operations instead of opting for upgraded Tiger attack helicopters.
Land Warfare

Mobility and deception keeping Ukrainian air defence systems intact

20th March 2023

Mobility and deception tactics have helped keep Ukrainian air defence systems stay online during Russia's invasion of the country.
Training

Boeing partners with Shield AI on autonomous pilot programme

17th March 2023

The agreement between Boeing and Shield AI will explore autonomous systems implemented into existing and future aircraft.
Digital Battlespace

Northrop Grumman details bid for US Navy TACAMO aircraft replacement

17th March 2023

The company believes its role as prime contractor on the E-2 Hawkeye puts it in a strong position for the programme to replace the USN's Boeing E-6 Mercury fleet.
Air Warfare

Decision to delay UK's MQ-9B Protector programme cost £186 million

17th March 2023

The Ministry of Defence's decision to delay the MQ-9B Protector programme by two years has cost the country £186 million, with total projected whole-life costs now at over £1.7 billion.
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What's the deal with defence procurement? (podcast)

17th March 2023

This week on the Shephard Defence Podcast, senior naval reporter Harry Lye and military training & simulation reporter Norbert Neumann chat with Professor John Louth.