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AUSA 2026: BAE Systems pushes air defence capability with two new demonstrators
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Canada targets 2027 frigate trials for CU179 Peregrine uncrewed helicopter

13th October 2026

The Royal Canadian Navy’s CU179 Peregrine will undergo Halifax-class frigate trials in 2027 ahead of initial operational capability in 2028, while River-class destroyer integration arrangements remain undefined.

Sophistication versus simplification: the divided future of air-to-air missiles

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Sophistication versus simplification: the divided future of air-to-air missiles

12th October 2026

As global air combat operations continue to evolve at a rate not seen for decades, what will the next generation of air-to-air weapons look like, and what missions will they need to fulfil?

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  • AUSA 2026: Northrop Grumman targets lower-cost air defence with $100 million Raid Hunter investment

    AUSA 2026: Northrop Grumman targets lower-cost air defence with $100 million Raid Hunter investment

  • US Coast Guard faces key procurement decisions after C-130J and MQ-9B orders

    US Coast Guard faces key procurement decisions after C-130J and MQ-9B orders

  • Canada targets 2027 frigate trials for CU179 Peregrine uncrewed helicopter

    Canada targets 2027 frigate trials for CU179 Peregrine uncrewed helicopter

  • “A survivable architecture”: why resilient communications are no longer a luxury

    “A survivable architecture”: why resilient communications are no longer a luxury

  • US Coast Guard faces key procurement decisions after C-130J and MQ-9B orders

    US Coast Guard faces key procurement decisions after C-130J and MQ-9B orders

  • AUSA 2026: Northrop Grumman targets lower-cost air defence with $100 million Raid Hunter investment

    AUSA 2026: Northrop Grumman targets lower-cost air defence with $100 million Raid Hunter investment

  • Canada targets 2027 frigate trials for CU179 Peregrine uncrewed helicopter

    Canada targets 2027 frigate trials for CU179 Peregrine uncrewed helicopter

  • Sophistication versus simplification: the divided future of air-to-air missiles

    Sophistication versus simplification: the divided future of air-to-air missiles

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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.

Switzerland faces procurement shake-up with reduced F-35 buy and five-year Patriot delays

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Switzerland faces procurement shake-up with reduced F-35 buy and five-year Patriot delays

9th March 2026

The reduction in the number of planned F-35A aircraft from 36 to 30 by the Swiss government comes due to budget constraints, with no firm plans to fill the gap despite “negative consequences”.

What will the replacement of A-10s by F-35s mean for the US Air Force?

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What will the replacement of A-10s by F-35s mean for the US Air Force?

9th March 2026

The USAF plans to phase out its 162 in-operation A-10 Thunderbolt II Warthogs by the end of FY2026, replacing them with F-35As which will bring a leap in capabilities in terms of lethality, survivability and speed.

Embraer turns to AI solution for A-29 Super Tucano CUAS evolution

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Embraer turns to AI solution for A-29 Super Tucano CUAS evolution

9th March 2026

The AI solution is called Gunslinger, which will be used to assist the pilot in decision-making for counter-drone operations.

European Defence Agency picks Airbus Helicopters’ Capa-X for M2UAS project

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European Defence Agency picks Airbus Helicopters’ Capa-X for M2UAS project

5th March 2026

The multi-mission uncrewed platform project is aiming to help the EU agency define new drone designs that are capable of performing a wide range of mission sets with one adaptable airframe.

White House calls on Pentagon contractors to “rapidly and aggressively” boost weapon production

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White House calls on Pentagon contractors to “rapidly and aggressively” boost weapon production

5th March 2026

Intended to sustain Operation Epic Fury against Iran, efforts to increase the production of weapons and ammunition could expose long-standing weaknesses in the US defence industrial base.

US Precision Strike Missile makes combat debut in Operation Epic Fury

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US Precision Strike Missile makes combat debut in Operation Epic Fury

4th March 2026

CENTCOM confirmed that PrSMs have been deployed in the offensive against Iran, bringing what it called “an unrivalled deep strike capability”.

US Pentagon claims to have severely damaged Iranian capabilities, promises to increase attacks

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US Pentagon claims to have severely damaged Iranian capabilities, promises to increase attacks

4th March 2026

US military authorities claim to have sunk 20 Iranian vessels and destroyed Tehran’s Air Force, with the Pentagon making plans to send additional assets to the region.

India’s strategic defence footprint expansion could be accelerated by Iran-Israel conflict

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India’s strategic defence footprint expansion could be accelerated by Iran-Israel conflict

4th March 2026

The latest escalation between Iran and Israel could shape New Delhi’s next-generation shield as India deepens cooperation with Israel on missile defence and drone production.

Anduril marks new milestones with YFQ-44A flight tests as USAF plans further demos

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Anduril marks new milestones with YFQ-44A flight tests as USAF plans further demos

4th March 2026

A production decision on Increment 1 of the CCA Programme is due to be made by the end of the year, with further demonstrations building on F-22 Raptor and MQ-20 Avenger teaming flight tests.

Is the US magazine of air defence interceptors deep enough to sustain a long campaign against Iran?

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Is the US magazine of air defence interceptors deep enough to sustain a long campaign against Iran?

4th March 2026

The Pentagon spent a considerable number of THAAD and SM-3 rounds to defend against Iranian missiles in 2025 and has not fully replenished its reserves.

New Zealand buys tri-service uncrewed kit from Syos Aerospace

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New Zealand buys tri-service uncrewed kit from Syos Aerospace

3rd March 2026

As uncrewed technology continues to play an increasingly central role in modern military activities, New Zealand’s recent acquisitions point towards its the force’s focus on cost-effective capability.

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