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Airbus Helicopters is deepening its European reach as NATO orders climb

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Airbus Helicopters is deepening its European reach as NATO orders climb

16th February 2026

Airbus has delivered more than 2,000 helicopters to nations across Europe, and continues to solidify its position at the heart of the region’s defence industrial base.

World Defense Show 2026: Airbus details A400M upgrade as second Indonesia aircraft delivery looms

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World Defense Show 2026: Airbus details A400M upgrade as second Indonesia aircraft delivery looms

16th February 2026

With the A400M set for a capability upgrade, Airbus officials are bullish about the aircraft and its market potential for both new and existing customers with the improvements geared towards meeting future requirements.

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    Airbus Helicopters is deepening its European reach as NATO orders climb

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    World Defense Show 2026: Airbus details A400M upgrade as second Indonesia aircraft delivery looms

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    “Dramatic leaps in processing capability”: how GDMS–UK is evolving mission systems for the modern battlespace

  • Airbus Helicopters is deepening its European reach as NATO orders climb

    Airbus Helicopters is deepening its European reach as NATO orders climb

  • World Defense Show 2026: Airbus details A400M upgrade as second Indonesia aircraft delivery looms

    World Defense Show 2026: Airbus details A400M upgrade as second Indonesia aircraft delivery looms

  • Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2026)

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L3Harris selected for South Korea’s airborne early warning programme

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L3Harris selected for South Korea’s airborne early warning programme

1st October 2025

L3Harris’ offer of its “Phoenix” aircraft won over Saab’s GlobalEye AEW&C aircraft for the second phase of South Korea’s early warning requirement.

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US Army awards nearly $6 billion in contracts for CUAS interceptors and UAS systems

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US Army awards nearly $6 billion in contracts for CUAS interceptors and UAS systems

1st October 2025

A contract of $5 billion was awarded to Raytheon by the US Army, while a $982 million contract award for uncrewed systems was scooped to Mistral Group.

Lockheed Martin secures $12.5 billion Lot 18-19 F-35 production contract

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Lockheed Martin secures $12.5 billion Lot 18-19 F-35 production contract

30th September 2025

The contract modification will cover production for the F-35 aircraft for the US Air Force, US Marine Corps and US Navy and include foreign military sales customers and programme partners.

Sikorsky wins five-year $11 billion US Marine Corps contract for CH-53K helicopters

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Sikorsky wins five-year $11 billion US Marine Corps contract for CH-53K helicopters

29th September 2025

The follow-on order for CH-53K helicopters is the largest one to date for the type and will see deliveries carried out from 2029 to 2034.

Helsing targets European market with new CA-1 combat drone

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Helsing targets European market with new CA-1 combat drone

26th September 2025

The UCAV, designed by Helsing’s subsidiary Grob Aircraft, will start ground tests in the coming months and is aiming to have a production-ready version by 2029.

Germany approved for possible $1.23 billion AMRAAM acquisition

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Germany approved for possible $1.23 billion AMRAAM acquisition

26th September 2025

The potential foreign military sale for up to 400 missiles could be used to enhance Germany’s F-35 programme.

US Coast Guard announces $350 million investment in robotics and autonomous systems

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US Coast Guard announces $350 million investment in robotics and autonomous systems

26th September 2025

The USCG will use part of this funding to acquire SkyDio X10D short-range uncrewed aircraft systems, VideoRay Defender remotely operated vehicles and Qinetiq Squad Packable Utility and mini-SPUR robots.

Affinity “well positioned” to meet MFTS demand, says MD

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Affinity “well positioned” to meet MFTS demand, says MD

25th September 2025

Affinity, which maintains and delivers the aircraft for the UK’s Military Flying Training System, is working on improving its fleet availability to meet UK armed forces’ training demands and boost training opportunities, while eyeing plans ...

How Canada plans to “seize” the opportunity to increase investments in defence

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How Canada plans to “seize” the opportunity to increase investments in defence

25th September 2025

The Canadian Department of National Defence has been increasing efforts to accelerate the acquisition of new equipment and modernise its in-service inventory.

Raytheon completes first test for ground-launched StormBreaker

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Raytheon completes first test for ground-launched StormBreaker

25th September 2025

The new variant was designed and tested in a little under two months, Raytheon said. The precision-strike weapon, as with the air-launched variant, is designed to be used in GPS-contested areas.

US Navy’s Super Hornet electronic warfare upgrade moves a step closer

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US Navy’s Super Hornet electronic warfare upgrade moves a step closer

25th September 2025

Raytheon’s Advanced Electronic Warfare (ADVEW) prototype, which is designed to be integrated into the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, has completed its latest review, furthering progress towards the aircraft’s modernisation plans.

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