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March Drone Digest: Long-range, low-cost loitering munitions are changing warfare economics

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March Drone Digest: Long-range, low-cost loitering munitions are changing warfare economics

1st April 2026

The effective use of the Shahed-136 in the Iran war has highlighted the need for countries to acquire a domestically produced, low-cost, long-range loitering munition, with the US, Turkey and European nations all at various stages of developing a similar capability.

Franco-German alliance aims to resolve FCAS woes by end of April as dispute rolls on

Programme update

Franco-German alliance aims to resolve FCAS woes by end of April as dispute rolls on

1st April 2026

The disagreement between French-German industry continues as both governments work to keep the programme alive and on track to develop and deliver a sixth-generation fighter jet.

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  • March Drone Digest: Long-range, low-cost loitering munitions are changing warfare economics

    March Drone Digest: Long-range, low-cost loitering munitions are changing warfare economics

  • Franco-German alliance aims to resolve FCAS woes by end of April as dispute rolls on

    Franco-German alliance aims to resolve FCAS woes by end of April as dispute rolls on

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    Growing a digital backbone: an essential capability for the multi-domain battlespace

  • CH-47 Chinook: why the iconic helicopter design is still a heavy-lift contender (updated 2026)

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  • March Drone Digest: Long-range, low-cost loitering munitions are changing warfare economics

    March Drone Digest: Long-range, low-cost loitering munitions are changing warfare economics

  • Franco-German alliance aims to resolve FCAS woes by end of April as dispute rolls on

    Franco-German alliance aims to resolve FCAS woes by end of April as dispute rolls on

  • CH-47 Chinook: why the iconic helicopter design is still a heavy-lift contender (updated 2026)

    CH-47 Chinook: why the iconic helicopter design is still a heavy-lift contender (updated 2026)

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Boeing’s T-7A poised to meet UK fast jet trainer requirements

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Boeing’s T-7A poised to meet UK fast jet trainer requirements

22nd October 2025

The company is in active discussions with its supply chain to meet any potential near-term UK requirements as it gears up to replace the RAF’s ageing Hawk trainer aircraft.

AUSA 2025: Kopin pushes micro-LED plans as China moves faster

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AUSA 2025: Kopin pushes micro-LED plans as China moves faster

22nd October 2025

The plan for the new displays follows fresh investment in Kopin’s European facilities by Theon and an order for head-up displays in fielded aircraft, with funding from the US Department of Defense.

GA-ASI confirms selection to support US Navy’s CCA programme

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GA-ASI confirms selection to support US Navy’s CCA programme

21st October 2025

The company is working on conceptual designs for the US Navy’s CCA programme alongside Anduril, Northrop Grumman and Boeing.

The growing importance of the Blue UAS Cleared List

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The growing importance of the Blue UAS Cleared List

21st October 2025

Inclusion on the Defense Innovation Unit’s Blue UAS Cleared List is set to become ever more crucial for uncrewed aerial vehicle manufacturers due to the access it gives to the US market, which is set to expand significantly over the next 10...

Thales’ multirole missile delivers “tactical excellence” for UK Royal Navy

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Thales’ multirole missile delivers “tactical excellence” for UK Royal Navy

20th October 2025

The latest trials of Thales’ Lightweight Multirole Missile in two locations proved its effectiveness in combatting real-world uncrewed threats.

The potential impact of US tariffs on the F-35A

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The potential impact of US tariffs on the F-35A

20th October 2025

The Trump administration’s proposed tariffs have raised questions on the desirability and feasibility of the F-35A for key US allies including Canada and Switzerland. With combined orders amounting to 126 units, both nations undertook revie...

AUSA 2025: US Army and Bell squeeze MV-75 programme

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AUSA 2025: US Army and Bell squeeze MV-75 programme

17th October 2025

The MV-75, previously V-280, was originally designed as an assault aircraft which would replace some of the Black Hawk helicopters and add speed as a tilt-rotor platform. It is now envisioned to add a greater multirole capability reminiscen...

India elevates defence systems to boost mountain surveillance

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India elevates defence systems to boost mountain surveillance

17th October 2025

India has strengthened its focus on terrain-adaptive intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance following recent incursions and drone activity along the country’s northern borders.

Germany signs contract for 20 Tranche 5 Eurofighters

Contract award

Germany signs contract for 20 Tranche 5 Eurofighters

17th October 2025

The aircraft will be delivered between 2031 and 2034 and will be upgraded with the latest electronic warfare capabilities to the EK configuration.

Saab receives order to continue future fighter concept studies out to 2027

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Saab receives order to continue future fighter concept studies out to 2027

16th October 2025

The order from the FMV is an extension of the original contract signed in March 2024 and covers exploration of both crewed and uncrewed platforms.

Malaysia’s defence budget sets out major procurement goals for 2026

National budgets and...

Malaysia’s defence budget sets out major procurement goals for 2026

16th October 2025

The country has allocated RM21.70 billion for defence spending next year, with some major procurements set to be initiated across the country’s army, navy and air force.

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