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May land forces roundup: counter-drone systems move up the agenda

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May land forces roundup: counter-drone systems move up the agenda

2nd June 2026

There has been a drive towards uncrewed aerial systems and defeating them in recent weeks, with NATO exercises addressing the danger, new systems unveiled and a new Latvian counter-drone unit stood up following recent incursions.

May drone digest: American loitering munition spending continues to drive market growth

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May drone digest: American loitering munition spending continues to drive market growth

29th May 2026

Loitering munition procurement has accelerated throughout May 2026 as militaries continue to prioritise the capability. The US has led this activity by advancing swarm-drone concepts, downselecting more drones for the Army’s LASSO programme, and awarding procurement contracts for various systems.

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Pivotal has demonstrated its lightweight electric VTOL aircraft, BlackFly, live at SOF Week 2025, as the company positions the platform for special operations and wider defence applications.

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Analysis: Brazilian beat to rumble on (Part 1)

10th November 2016

The growth of Brazilian helicopter manufacturer Helibras has been marred by political uncertainty which, in turn, has impacted military orders of aircraft and delivery schedules. Nevertheless, sale prospects with …

RAF Red Arrows tap Airbus Skynet

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RAF Red Arrows tap Airbus Skynet

10th November 2016

The British Royal Air Force's (RAF) Red Arrows aerobatics display team is using Airbus Defence and Space satellite communications during its Asia Pacific and Middle …

Zhuhai 2016: Stealth aircraft on China’s radar

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Zhuhai 2016: Stealth aircraft on China’s radar

10th November 2016

China displayed its technological prowess with a number of air surveillance radars at the 11th Zhuhai Air Show in China. Among them were ‘cutting-edge’ radars - …

UK to support European F-35s

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UK to support European F-35s

10th November 2016

The UK has been chosen by the F-35 Program Office to be a global repair hub providing maintenance, repair, overhaul and upgrade services for F-35 …

No deals, just demos at UW

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No deals, just demos at UW

10th November 2016

Saab has detailed the activities of the systems used during the recent Unmanned Warrior exercise off the coast of Scotland last month. These include the …

Zhuhai 2016: Y-20 family eyes expansion

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Zhuhai 2016: Y-20 family eyes expansion

10th November 2016

Two newly received units of the People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) Y-20 Kunpeng transport aircraft participated in the Zhuhai Air Show from 1-6 November. …

Airbus DS continues SATCOM work with UK

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Airbus DS continues SATCOM work with UK

10th November 2016

With a mere six years until the end of Skynet, the UK’s sovereign satellite communications capability, attempts are being made to ensure continuing capacity. The UK …

IAA seek fines for unregulated drone use

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IAA seek fines for unregulated drone use

9th November 2016

The Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) is working with its government to introduce regulations which would allow it to fine drone operators as a final measure …

Birds.ai to launch new app

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Birds.ai to launch new app

9th November 2016

Dutch company Birds.ai is set to release a new app through the DroneDeploy App Market for commercial UAS users, the company announced on 7 November. …

Trust Automation supports medical UAVs

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Trust Automation supports medical UAVs

9th November 2016

Trust Automation announced on 7 November that it has provided critical engineering support for the development of Zipline International's medical delivery UAS.  The company contributed …

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Indonesian CN-235 MPA using SAGE

9th November 2016

The Indonesian Air Force’s CN-235 Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) is now using the Leonardo-Finmeccanica SAGE Electronic Support Measures (ESM) system, the company announced on 4 November. …

Russia fields new EW aircraft & jammer

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Russia fields new EW aircraft & jammer

9th November 2016

The first Il-22PP electronic warfare (EW) aircraft, featuring the new Porubshtic (Chopper) jammer complex has completed its joint state testing effort. It has been received …

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