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Paris Air Show 2025: Lockheed says TR-3 upgrade “closing in” on completion

The TR-3 configured F-35 aircraft have rolled off production lines since July 2024, but are still not yet combat capable and are still awaiting final sign-off for the software upgrade.

Spanish Army’s VAMTAC drone acquisition progresses ongoing UAV investment

Spain has made clear its intent to acquire a range of uncrewed aerial systems (UAS), including those that will form part of its wider VAMTAC programme, announced in June 2025.

Further funding allocated for Eurofighter Typhoon ECRS Mk2 radar programme

The latest tranche of funding from the UK government comes ahead of the radar's integration into Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft from 2028.

M-345 officially enters service as trainer for Italian Air Force

The Leonardo M-345 High-Efficiency Trainer (HET) basic/advanced trainer is similar to the M-346, which is the second part of the Italian Air Force’s training system, but is a substantially smaller and less powerful aircraft.

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Digital Battlespace

China’s AI developments in electronic surveillance extends to battlefield

8th March 2024

‘Nowhere to hide’ as Chinese progress in AI-enabled surveillance technological has enabled it to identify and suppress enemy communications systems.
Air Warfare

Canada invests in CF-18 Hornet fighter sustainment

8th March 2024

Canada’s decision to sustain its CF-18 fighter fleet reflected its commitment to modernising air defence capabilities amid challenges highlighted by a critical report commissioned by the Department of National Defence and released last year, casting doubt on its ability to fulfil NATO obligations.
Air Warfare

Norway joins air defence coalition in support of Ukraine

7th March 2024

Norway’s proactive involvement in supporting Ukraine’s air defence and other initiative stood in contrast to the broader trend of diminishing military aid pledges.
Air Warfare

How the US Air Force's internal restructuring process will impact its capacity to project power

7th March 2024

The service’s strategy includes measures to improve training, reduce bureaucracy, get ready for joint missions and accelerate the development and field of systems and solutions.
Air Warfare

First three F-16V fighter jets head to Bahrain

7th March 2024

Bahrain, long an operator of F-16s within the Gulf Cooperation Council, will become the first customer to adopt the newest and most advanced configuration of the renowned Lockheed Martin F-16 fighter.
Air Warfare

UK GCAP fighter effort can only survive if more funds are allocated, expert warns

7th March 2024

The urgency to address chronic issues of cost overruns and delays in UK defence procurement, particularly in complex and important initiatives like the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), have underscored the need for upfront honesty about project costs.
Air Warfare

US Navy turns to personnel and industry for Greyhounds to fill the V-22 hole

7th March 2024

The V-22 Osprey, a joint-service multirole tiltrotor aircraft manufactured by Bell and Boeing in a joint venture, performs carrier resupply for the US Navy. With its grounding, however, C-2 Greyhounds have been called upon to carry out more work.
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European Commission sets out first-ever European Defence Industrial strategy

6th March 2024

The strategy set out by the Commission will aim to bolster Europe’s defence industry, foster innovation and strengthen international alliances.
Air Warfare

Canada looks to both NATO and the US for next generation helicopter beyond 2035

6th March 2024

Aircraft set for replacement under NATO’s Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability (NGRC) include AW101, UH-60 Black Hawk, Puma and NH90.
Digital Battlespace

Boeing wins $440 million contract for 12th Wideband Global SATCOM satellite

6th March 2024

Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) satellites have been supporting the US DoD’s warfighting information exchange requirements, enabling execution of tactical C4ISR, battlefield management and combat support information.
Air Warfare

British drone maker unveils Sky Mantis 2 mini rotary wing UAV

5th March 2024

Evolve Dynamics’ new UAV has been designed to offer improved capabilities compared to its predecessor.
Training

Greece join European air transport training programme and C-27J grouping

5th March 2024

Greece ordered 12 C-27J transport aircraft from Lockheed Martin in 2002 with an option for a further three. So far, eight have been delivered under the contract and the country has now joined a European grouping to support users.
Air Warfare

Germany expects to receive full CH-47F fleet within eight years

5th March 2024

On 1 June 2022, the German MoD announced that it had selected CH-47F Chinook for its €5.2 billion (US$5.6 billion) heavy-lift helicopter procurement. The helicopters will replace a fleet of CH-53G helicopters approaching a service life of 50 years.
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Turkey inches closer to F-16 fighter deal

4th March 2024

The majority of US senators have declared their support for the sale of F-16s to Turkey despite concerns regarding the country’s past military behaviour, thereby emphasising the importance of the US in fulfilling its commitments to NATO allies and enhancing Turkey’s military capabilities.
Air Warfare

US Space Force accelerates acquisition and development of capabilities

4th March 2024

The service’s efforts have related to the use of commercial technologies, as well as satellite development, missile tracking and warning, space data, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities.
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Boeing to begin manufacturing Canadian and German P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft

4th March 2024

The Boeing-made P-8 Poseidon MPAs will replace outdated CP-140 Aurora planes in Canada and P-3C Orion aircraft in Germany.
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Brazil looks for attack helicopter two years after fleet retirement

1st March 2024

The Brazilian Armed Forces has faced challenges in terms of it size and geography and has long had an emphasis on better serving Amazonia. Plans for a new battalion are set to become a reality and improvement of rotary capability is underway.
Air Warfare

General Atomics XQ-67A takes first flight

1st March 2024

General Atomics' XQ-67A jet-powered combat drone has completed its inaugural flight, just weeks after the company officially revealed the platform.
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UK NMH programme will not see helicopters delivered to British Armed Forces until 2027

1st March 2024

Airbus, Leonardo and Lockheed Martin have progressed through to the Invitation to Negotiate phase of the New Medium Helicopter competition, but the initial goal of introducing new helicopters by 2025 remained unattainable.