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What does the FY2027 US budget signal for the country’s future airpower plans?
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Latest Russian subsea standoff puts pressure on the UK’s seabed defence strategy

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Latest Russian subsea standoff puts pressure on the UK’s seabed defence strategy

14th April 2026

UK defence secretary John Healey’s exposure of a covert Russian deep-sea operation against undersea infrastructure in the Atlantic validates the Royal Navy’s Atlantic Bastion concept but lays bare a capacity gap that autonomous systems, allied integration and sustained investment must close.

Denmark air focus: $2.64 billion UAV market blends US imports with Nordic cooperation

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Denmark air focus: $2.64 billion UAV market blends US imports with Nordic cooperation

14th April 2026

While Denmark appears to be more committed to UAVs than most of its Nordic neighbours, its procurement efforts are likely to be split between American-made systems for its larger requirements and Nordic partnerships for smaller platforms.

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    Can UK interceptor efforts keep pace with the rising drone threat?

  • Denmark air focus: $2.64 billion UAV market blends US imports with Nordic cooperation

    Denmark air focus: $2.64 billion UAV market blends US imports with Nordic cooperation

  • Latest Russian subsea standoff puts pressure on the UK’s seabed defence strategy

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US Navy seeks new sensors for the CH-53K King Stallion heavy-lift helicopter

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US Navy seeks new sensors for the CH-53K King Stallion heavy-lift helicopter

10th December 2025

The US Navy intends to publish a draft request for proposals in Q2 2026 and conduct an open competition for the supply of new electro-optical and infrared capabilities for the CH-53K heavy-lift helicopter.

Lithuanian 1st Division to achieve initial operating capability in 2026

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Lithuanian 1st Division to achieve initial operating capability in 2026

9th December 2025

Lithuania is one of the countries stepping up its defences in the face of the war in Ukraine with a particular focus on its neighbour and Russian ally Belarus, which has been making incursions into Lithuania’s airspace with balloons and dro...

Australia invests extra A$1.4 billion in MQ-28A Ghost Bat after successful missile fire test

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Australia invests extra A$1.4 billion in MQ-28A Ghost Bat after successful missile fire test

9th December 2025

The investment includes new contracts for six MQ-28A Ghost Bat aircraft, as well as provisional funds to invest in the development of a Block 3 prototype.

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US National Security Strategy prioritises advanced military capabilities and national industry

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US National Security Strategy prioritises advanced military capabilities and national industry

9th December 2025

The 2025 NSS has emphasised investment in the US nuclear and air defence inventory and national industry, but it leaves multiple unanswered questions on how the White House will implement this approach.

US approves potential $4.7 billion missile and air defence system sales to Denmark and Italy

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US approves potential $4.7 billion missile and air defence system sales to Denmark and Italy

8th December 2025

Italy could field the JASSM-ER for its combat aircraft including the F-35, while Denmark has been approved for AMRAAM and an Integrated Battle Command system procurement.

Northrop Grumman to fly new Project Talon CCA by late 2026

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Northrop Grumman to fly new Project Talon CCA by late 2026

5th December 2025

The newly unveiled collaborative combat aircraft looks to strike a balance between capability and cost-effectiveness, according to the company.

MBDA and Lockheed move closer to F-35A Meteor flight tests

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MBDA and Lockheed move closer to F-35A Meteor flight tests

5th December 2025

Following the completion of successful ground tests, one more exercise remains before flight testing can begin.

Brazilian Air Force conducts first live fire of Meteor missile from Gripen E

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Brazilian Air Force conducts first live fire of Meteor missile from Gripen E

3rd December 2025

The major milestone for the beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile was conducted in November and expands the capabilities of the air force’s growing Gripen E fleet.

India finally powers up engine production as it prepares to talk platforms with Putin

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India finally powers up engine production as it prepares to talk platforms with Putin

3rd December 2025

Engine technology has been thrust into the spotlight ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to India this week, with the Su-57, S-400 and Kamov-226 expected to be high on the agenda.

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Leonardo’s Proteus concludes ground tests with maiden flight on horizon

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Leonardo’s Proteus concludes ground tests with maiden flight on horizon

3rd December 2025

The technology demonstrator forms part of a wider effort to help the Royal Navy explore the potential of uncrewed systems supporting its existing crewed aviation platforms.

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