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US pours another $23 billion into Arsenal of Freedom to ramp up missile production

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US pours another $23 billion into Arsenal of Freedom to ramp up missile production

18th August 2026

The US Department of Defense (DoD) is spending billions of dollars to accelerate missile production to meet demands from the war against Iran and requirements in Ukraine. Manufacture of SM-3 and PAC-3 interceptors is being ramped up, alongside a $22.9 billion commitment to Tomahawk cruise missiles.

Canada targets 2028 operational debut for AIM-9X and AIM-120D missiles

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Canada targets 2028 operational debut for AIM-9X and AIM-120D missiles

18th August 2026

The missile programmes form part of a broader effort to strengthen Canadian air-combat readiness as the RCAF transitions from the CF-188 to the F-35A and rebuilds its operational weapons stocks.

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Northrop Grumman to fly new Project Talon CCA by late 2026

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Northrop Grumman to fly new Project Talon CCA by late 2026

5th December 2025

The newly unveiled collaborative combat aircraft looks to strike a balance between capability and cost-effectiveness, according to the company.

MBDA and Lockheed move closer to F-35A Meteor flight tests

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MBDA and Lockheed move closer to F-35A Meteor flight tests

5th December 2025

Following the completion of successful ground tests, one more exercise remains before flight testing can begin.

Brazilian Air Force conducts first live fire of Meteor missile from Gripen E

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Brazilian Air Force conducts first live fire of Meteor missile from Gripen E

3rd December 2025

The major milestone for the beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile was conducted in November and expands the capabilities of the air force’s growing Gripen E fleet.

India finally powers up engine production as it prepares to talk platforms with Putin

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India finally powers up engine production as it prepares to talk platforms with Putin

3rd December 2025

Engine technology has been thrust into the spotlight ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to India this week, with the Su-57, S-400 and Kamov-226 expected to be high on the agenda.

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Leonardo’s Proteus concludes ground tests with maiden flight on horizon

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Leonardo’s Proteus concludes ground tests with maiden flight on horizon

3rd December 2025

The technology demonstrator forms part of a wider effort to help the Royal Navy explore the potential of uncrewed systems supporting its existing crewed aviation platforms.

Airbus MQ-72C Lakota Connector progress on track ahead of pending USMC decision

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Airbus MQ-72C Lakota Connector progress on track ahead of pending USMC decision

2nd December 2025

The MQ-7C uncrewed aircraft is currently undergoing further internal flight tests ahead of a government test event anticipated for next year.

NATO experiments with solutions to integrate networks, AI and uncrewed systems

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NATO experiments with solutions to integrate networks, AI and uncrewed systems

2nd December 2025

During the latest edition of the NATO DiBaX, the alliance tested multiple capabilities to inform requirements for future efforts.

November drone digest: GA-ASI eyes Middle East for Gambit, Edge Group unveils new UAVs

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November drone digest: GA-ASI eyes Middle East for Gambit, Edge Group unveils new UAVs

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First capability of Israel’s Iron Beam laser to be delivered by the end of December

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First capability of Israel’s Iron Beam laser to be delivered by the end of December

1st December 2025

Iron Beam is a family of high-energy laser weapon systems currently in development by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and is designed to provide a low-cost kinetic effect against aerial threats at short distances.

Baykar’s Kizilelma drone makes progress with first air-to-air kill

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Baykar’s Kizilelma drone makes progress with first air-to-air kill

1st December 2025

This test is the latest milestone achieved by the indigenous drone, destroying a target using a beyond-visual-range missile.

Hanwha awarded $482 million in major step for South Korea’s missile defence programme

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Hanwha awarded $482 million in major step for South Korea’s missile defence programme

28th November 2025

The deal to produce and supply launchers and missiles to South Korea follows a contract placed with Hanwha Systems last month for the manufacture of multi-function radars.

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