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FIA 2026: Interest grows in C-390 transport as Czech Republic takes first delivery
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FIA 2026: Raytheon UK offers Red Kite as ‘high-low mix’ weapon for RAF

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  • FIA 2026: Interest grows in C-390 transport as Czech Republic takes first delivery

    FIA 2026: Interest grows in C-390 transport as Czech Republic takes first delivery

    The Czech Air Force took delivery of its first of two Embraer KC-390 transport aircraft ahead of Farnborough 2026, becoming the fourth operator of the type.

  • FIA 2026: Raytheon UK offers Red Kite as ‘high-low mix’ weapon for RAF

    FIA 2026: Raytheon UK offers Red Kite as ‘high-low mix’ weapon for RAF

    Raytheon UK has unveiled Red Kite, a sovereign precision weapon built on the Stormbreaker airframe, betting on digital engineering to deliver affordable stockpile mass for the Royal Air Force.

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US Navy to start the next phase of E-2D Block II modernisation in FY2028

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US Navy to start the next phase of E-2D Block II modernisation in FY2028

21st July 2026

NAVAIR plans to award a five-year retrofit contract to a broader transition of the carrier-based airborne early warning fleet to the AHE configuration.

How the evolving MQ-9B is opening new markets for GA-ASI

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How the evolving MQ-9B is opening new markets for GA-ASI

20th July 2026

With $12 billion in deals already signed and several major procurements on the horizon, the evolution of GA-ASI’s MQ-9B could lead to additional deals for the popular aircraft.

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  • FIA 2026: Anduril pitches Thunder as force multiplier for Boeing’s AH-64 Apache

    FIA 2026: Anduril pitches Thunder as force multiplier for Boeing’s AH-64 Apache

  • How the evolving MQ-9B is opening new markets for GA-ASI

    How the evolving MQ-9B is opening new markets for GA-ASI

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    FIA 2026: Gripen marks operational milestone as Ukraine deal moves forward

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    “No single technology is enough”: why an integrated approach to uncrewed warfare is essential

  • How the evolving MQ-9B is opening new markets for GA-ASI

    How the evolving MQ-9B is opening new markets for GA-ASI

  • FIA 2026: Gripen marks operational milestone as Ukraine deal moves forward

    FIA 2026: Gripen marks operational milestone as Ukraine deal moves forward

  • FIA 2026: Anduril pitches Thunder as force multiplier for Boeing’s AH-64 Apache

    FIA 2026: Anduril pitches Thunder as force multiplier for Boeing’s AH-64 Apache

  • Canadian observer status reinforces GCAP’s strength in emerging ‘middle power’ bloc

    Canadian observer status reinforces GCAP’s strength in emerging ‘middle power’ bloc

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RTX Raytheon enhances SM-3 and SM-6 production capacity

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RTX Raytheon enhances SM-3 and SM-6 production capacity

16th March 2026

The expansion of the Redstone facility in Alabama will enable Raytheon to increase production of Standard Missiles in the location by 50% and support Washington in refilling stockpiles after recent operations have depleted the Pentagon’s re...

Thales Storm 2 counter-drone system being evaluated by potential customers

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Thales Storm 2 counter-drone system being evaluated by potential customers

13th March 2026

The attack drone threat from first-person view uncrewed aerial systems has been highlighted by recent conflicts and Thales has adapted its Storm 2 counter-improvised explosive device jammer to provide protection.

UAE’s first combat use of M-SAM II could raise export prospects for South Korean air defence

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UAE’s first combat use of M-SAM II could raise export prospects for South Korean air defence

13th March 2026

Reported to provide a high percentage of precision in its engagements, the South Korean air defence system has been receiving growing international interest since it was deployed by the UAE to defeat Iranian missiles.

Leonardo plans to fly uncrewed fighters alongside M-346 aircraft by mid-2026

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Leonardo plans to fly uncrewed fighters alongside M-346 aircraft by mid-2026

13th March 2026

The two uncrewed fighter aircraft will be made in conjunction with Baykar, which joined forces with Leonardo under LBA Systems in June 2025 to develop and produce uncrewed aerial systems for the international market.

UK firm Skycutter comes out top in first US Drone Dominance Program competition

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UK firm Skycutter comes out top in first US Drone Dominance Program competition

12th March 2026

The startup was the only UK company to take part in the first Gauntlet for the programme, joining forces with its Ukraine partner to participate in the event.

Australia’s DroneShield looks to Europe in a drive to massively increase production

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Australia’s DroneShield looks to Europe in a drive to massively increase production

12th March 2026

DroneShield has experienced significant growth in a short period of time, more than doubling its personnel to 500 people in the space of 18 months on the back of both military and civil demand.

Robinson launches new uncrewed aircraft business unit, unveils new UAS cargo platform

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Robinson launches new uncrewed aircraft business unit, unveils new UAS cargo platform

12th March 2026

The new entity incorporates crewed and uncrewed capabilities to tackle a variety of mission demands in both defence and commercial markets.

How Operation Epic Fury could reduce US readiness to face China

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How Operation Epic Fury could reduce US readiness to face China

11th March 2026

The offensive against Iran could impact training and maintenance cycles and accelerate the degradation of the US arsenal on top of depleting Washington’s stockpiles.

UK faces cost of balancing defensive capabilities abroad as Iran conflict widens

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UK faces cost of balancing defensive capabilities abroad as Iran conflict widens

11th March 2026

The UK has recently deployed a Type 45 destroyer to Cyprus and has bolstered its presence in the Middle East in recent weeks with supporting air power to protect neighbouring countries’ air defences.

UN “not fulfilling core tasks” for Ukraine, says Estonian defence secretary

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UN “not fulfilling core tasks” for Ukraine, says Estonian defence secretary

10th March 2026

Estonia is looking for innovative ways to deal with its particular challenges but, according to the MoD’s permanent secretary, Kaimo Kuusk, technology still needs to be backed up by old-fashioned long-range punch.

US plans to raise defence production by 300% but multiple uncertainties remain

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US plans to raise defence production by 300% but multiple uncertainties remain

10th March 2026

The strategy, schedule and budget to support Washington’s intention to speed up the manufacturing of defence capabilities remain unclear.

UK Royal Navy explores modular counter-drone capabilities for future hybrid fleet

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UK Royal Navy explores modular counter-drone capabilities for future hybrid fleet

10th March 2026

The UK MoD is scoping out systems to counter the growing threat of uncrewed aerial systems, with a focus on low-cost modularity and speed to field.

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