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UK’s New Medium Helicopter deal finalisation on horizon, alludes Leonardo CEO

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UK’s New Medium Helicopter deal finalisation on horizon, alludes Leonardo CEO

26th February 2026

A potential announcement within days could end speculation around the UK Ministry of Defence’s procurement direction for the NMH programme.

UK Royal Navy notes hybrid air wing progress with eyes on Peregrine drone development

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UK Royal Navy notes hybrid air wing progress with eyes on Peregrine drone development

26th February 2026

The Royal Navy’s Maritime Aviation Transformation (MATX) initiative aims to modernise aviation capabilities to use uncrewed systems where possible, supporting its goal of a hybrid air wing by 2040.

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Lockheed Martin lands US Army US$9.8 billion Patriot contract

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Lockheed Martin lands US Army US$9.8 billion Patriot contract

4th September 2025

The contract will be used to produce 1,970 Patriot Advanced Capability (PAC-3 MSE) interceptors and hardware.

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The surveillance aircraft from Boeing is deployed by various countries, most notably the Royal Australian Air Force; but ongoing setbacks for future customers, who cite rising costs and delays, have thrown the aircraft into the spotlight.

Royal New Zealand Navy outlines modernisation goals

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Royal New Zealand Navy outlines modernisation goals

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US Navy confirms MQ-25 Stingray first flight tests for this year

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US Navy confirms MQ-25 Stingray first flight tests for this year

2nd September 2025

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India fast-tracks helicopter procurement with dual RFIs for 276 platforms

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India fast-tracks helicopter procurement with dual RFIs for 276 platforms

29th August 2025

India has issued urgent RFIs for more than 270 reconnaissance, surveillance and utility helicopters across its services, signalling a systemic overhaul of rotary-wing capabilities with a renewed emphasis on indigenous production and technol...

US combat drone plan rushes forward with first flight and selection in FY2026

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US combat drone plan rushes forward with first flight and selection in FY2026

29th August 2025

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What’s next for the Pentagon after the Replicator programme?

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What’s next for the Pentagon after the Replicator programme?

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Although the Replicator initiative has made several accomplishments, there are still multiple gaps to plug across the US Department of Defense (DoD) and its services.

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US approves possible C-17 Globemaster III sustainment support sale to UK

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US approves possible C-17 Globemaster III sustainment support sale to UK

27th August 2025

The potential sustainment contract will help support the Royal Air Force (RAF) fleet, amid renewed interest from countries in the heavy-lift strategic aircraft.

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