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  • FIA 2026: MBDA launches low-cost interceptor for short-range air defence

    FIA 2026: MBDA launches low-cost interceptor for short-range air defence

    At FIA 2026, MBDA launched its Counter Mass Interceptor (CMI) which the company says is a mass-producible, low-cost effector for fire-and-forget engagements at range and altitude.

  • FIA 2026: Interest grows in C-390 transport as Czech Republic takes first delivery

    FIA 2026: Interest grows in C-390 transport as Czech Republic takes first delivery

    The Czech Air Force took delivery of its first of two Embraer KC-390 transport aircraft ahead of Farnborough 2026, becoming the fourth operator of the type.

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FIA 2026: Raytheon UK offers Red Kite as ‘high-low mix’ weapon for RAF

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FIA 2026: Raytheon UK offers Red Kite as ‘high-low mix’ weapon for RAF

21st July 2026

Raytheon UK has unveiled Red Kite, a sovereign precision weapon built on the Stormbreaker airframe, betting on digital engineering to deliver affordable stockpile mass for the Royal Air Force.

US Navy to start the next phase of E-2D Block II modernisation in FY2028

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US Navy to start the next phase of E-2D Block II modernisation in FY2028

21st July 2026

NAVAIR plans to award a five-year retrofit contract to a broader transition of the carrier-based airborne early warning fleet to the AHE configuration.

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  • FIA 2026: MBDA launches low-cost interceptor for short-range air defence

    FIA 2026: MBDA launches low-cost interceptor for short-range air defence

  • FIA 2026: Raytheon UK offers Red Kite as ‘high-low mix’ weapon for RAF

    FIA 2026: Raytheon UK offers Red Kite as ‘high-low mix’ weapon for RAF

  • GCAP remains bright spot in UK rearmament efforts as international prospects widen

    GCAP remains bright spot in UK rearmament efforts as international prospects widen

  • FIA 2026: Anduril pitches Thunder as force multiplier for Boeing’s AH-64 Apache

    FIA 2026: Anduril pitches Thunder as force multiplier for Boeing’s AH-64 Apache

  • FIA 2026: Interest grows in C-390 transport as Czech Republic takes first delivery

    FIA 2026: Interest grows in C-390 transport as Czech Republic takes first delivery

  • FIA 2026: MBDA launches low-cost interceptor for short-range air defence

    FIA 2026: MBDA launches low-cost interceptor for short-range air defence

  • FIA 2026: Raytheon UK offers Red Kite as ‘high-low mix’ weapon for RAF

    FIA 2026: Raytheon UK offers Red Kite as ‘high-low mix’ weapon for RAF

  • US Navy to start the next phase of E-2D Block II modernisation in FY2028

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Textron firms up potential bid for US Navy Undergraduate trainer contract

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Textron firms up potential bid for US Navy Undergraduate trainer contract

29th October 2025

The company has said it would assemble its Beechcraft M-346N aircraft at its east Wichita campus with significant investment placed to modernise the hub if it wins the contract.

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Forging strong partnerships for warfighting communications in space (Studio)

29th October 2025

Mike Moran, Director of US Government Business at Amazon Project Kuiper Government Solutions, highlighted the evolution of space as a critical warfighting domain at the Defence in Space Conference (DISC) 2025, held this week in London.

Details revealed on Germany’s big spending plans

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Details revealed on Germany’s big spending plans

28th October 2025

In May this year, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said the government plans to position Germany as “Europe's strongest conventional army”. A new blueprint outlines how this is going to occur through massive investment.

Airbus to position Eurofighter Typhoon for Portugal’s F-16 replacement requirement

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Airbus to position Eurofighter Typhoon for Portugal’s F-16 replacement requirement

28th October 2025

The MoU with AED Cluster Portugal will see the two organisations work together on studies to create a pitch to replace the country’s current F-16 fleet.

EOS improving Slinger CUAS role as industry pushes forward

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EOS improving Slinger CUAS role as industry pushes forward

28th October 2025

EOS Defence Systems officially launched its Slinger anti-drone system in 2023. The system features a remote weapon station, visual sensors and a Northrop Grumman 30mm cannon with specially designed ammunition, combined with EOS’s stabilisat...

PGZ and Anduril to work on Polish variant of Barracuda-500M missile

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PGZ and Anduril to work on Polish variant of Barracuda-500M missile

28th October 2025

The memorandum of understanding signed also included a wider strategic plan to co-develop autonomous air systems for the Polish Armed Forces.

Turkey finalises $7.2 billion deal with UK for 20 Eurofighter Typhoon jets

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Turkey finalises $7.2 billion deal with UK for 20 Eurofighter Typhoon jets

28th October 2025

The deal will include a weapons package alongside the aircraft, with deliveries expected from 2030.

NATO needs to plug its drone gap to meet modern warfare requirements

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NATO needs to plug its drone gap to meet modern warfare requirements

28th October 2025

Despite shared goals, NATO’s counter-uncrewed aerial system efforts remain fragmented, with parallel initiatives lacking a unified doctrine or integrated deployment strategy.

“Strong year” ahead as Saab sees uptick in order potential for GlobalEye and Gripen aircraft

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“Strong year” ahead as Saab sees uptick in order potential for GlobalEye and Gripen aircraft

27th October 2025

The aeronautics business saw a 34% boost in growth year on year, driven largely by its success with its Gripen aircraft.

Czech government developing a plan for air defence beyond 2030 alongside NATO integration

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Czech government developing a plan for air defence beyond 2030 alongside NATO integration

24th October 2025

The Czech Armed Forces is set to receive four Israeli-made SPYDER long-range missile defence systems, the first of which was delivered earlier this year. They will be a key part of the country’s multilayered air defence system.

Hybrid Air Vehicles secures first defence order for Airlander 10

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Hybrid Air Vehicles secures first defence order for Airlander 10

24th October 2025

The undisclosed customer, described as an “innovative defence contractor”, has reserved three Airlander 10 aircraft for military use.

Lockheed Martin emphasises self-funding efforts for “big bet” next-gen prototypes

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Lockheed Martin emphasises self-funding efforts for “big bet” next-gen prototypes

23rd October 2025

A significant effort is now being made to focus on showcasing prototypes directly to demonstrate various capabilities to the US government.

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