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US seeks 32% boost for missile defence budget with $23 billion earmarked for interceptors
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Industry makes strides on CCA programme as USAF makes nearly $1 billion funding request

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Industry makes strides on CCA programme as USAF makes nearly $1 billion funding request

21st April 2026

Anduril’s YFQ-44A has successfully undergone USAF experimental testing for Increment 1, while an engine has officially been selected for Northrop Grumman’s YFQ-48A – a potential candidate for Increment 2 of the air force’s CCA programme.

Raytheon unveils land version of the Next Generation Jammer

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Raytheon unveils land version of the Next Generation Jammer

20th April 2026

The ground-based NGJ is designed to work as an “invisible shield” to protect land structures and assets. Shephard spoke with Raytheon to find out more.

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    Industry makes strides on CCA programme as USAF makes nearly $1 billion funding request

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    Raytheon unveils land version of the Next Generation Jammer

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    Industry makes strides on CCA programme as USAF makes nearly $1 billion funding request

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    Raytheon unveils land version of the Next Generation Jammer

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    Australia’s revised defence investment plan: what it means for land warfare

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Poland and Turkey are often cited as potential fresh export opportunities for the Eurofighter Typhoon. But are the sales prospects realistic and what factors could tip the balance?

India revives Netra Mk-II AWACS after Airbus cost dispute

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India revives Netra Mk-II AWACS after Airbus cost dispute

22nd August 2025

India has cleared higher retrofit costs for six ageing Airbus A321s to be converted into Netra Mk-II airborne surveillance platforms, marking progress in a long-delayed AWACS programme but raising questions over lifespan and operational val...

US Coast Guard sets sail in search of robotics and CUAS capabilities

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US Coast Guard sets sail in search of robotics and CUAS capabilities

22nd August 2025

The USCG has been increasing efforts to accelerate the process to develop, procure, deploy and sustain autonomous and counter-uncrewed systems across its fleet.

Lockheed nets $43 million US Army contract for Black Hawk modernisation

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Lockheed nets $43 million US Army contract for Black Hawk modernisation

22nd August 2025

The initial funds will focus on the foundational capabilities to modernise the attack helicopter, including digital architecture that will allow for launched effects and UAS integration.

Companies and militaries look to artificial intelligence to improve support of equipment

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Companies and militaries look to artificial intelligence to improve support of equipment

22nd August 2025

Companies are turning to rapidly advancing technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine-learning (ML) to to reduce maintenance times and costs and increase operational hours and tempo.

Israel defence ministry pushes ambitious spending plans for tanks, drones and KC-46 aircraft

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Israel defence ministry pushes ambitious spending plans for tanks, drones and KC-46 aircraft

21st August 2025

The procurement and acceleration production plans – some of which still await approval – across the air and land domains will aim to strengthen the operational needs of the Israel Defense Forces.

US reforms its defence acquisition system to focus on commercial capabilities

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US reforms its defence acquisition system to focus on commercial capabilities

21st August 2025

This shift is planned to accelerate the procurement and fielding of capabilities. As part of this strategy, the US also intends modernise its regulations in an attempt to change its bureaucratic and risk-averse culture.

New Zealand to procure MH-60R and A321XLR aircraft as plan to “rebuild” the NZDF begins

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New Zealand to procure MH-60R and A321XLR aircraft as plan to “rebuild” the NZDF begins

21st August 2025

The MH-60R Seahawk and A321XLR aircraft are the first procurement announcements designed to help delivery of a more combat capable and interoperable fleet to the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF), as outlined in the New Zealand government’s ...

USAF to use augmented reality technology in F-16 cockpit

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USAF to use augmented reality technology in F-16 cockpit

20th August 2025

The US Air Force awarded Red6 a contract to install its ATARS software into the aircraft to provide new training solutions, following successful integrations in the T-38 Talon and MC-130.

Raytheon and Diehl Defence sign deal to co-produce Stinger missiles in Europe

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Raytheon and Diehl Defence sign deal to co-produce Stinger missiles in Europe

19th August 2025

An agreement has been signed that will extend Stinger missile system production to Europe with Diehl Defence currently looking at manufacturing locations.

Nuclear “Manhattan Project-type endeavour” plausible for AI advancement, says UK Chief of Defence Staff

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Nuclear “Manhattan Project-type endeavour” plausible for AI advancement, says UK Chief of Defence Staff

19th August 2025

Admiral Sir Tony Radakin also urged caution over a “drone-tastic” way of thinking when it comes to their use alongside traditional air and underwater domain platforms.

Teal Drones delivers first Black Widows as parent company reports six-month loss

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Teal Drones delivers first Black Widows as parent company reports six-month loss

19th August 2025

In July 2025 Teal Drones was awarded Tranche 2 of the US Army’s Short Range Reconnaissance (SRR) programme for a small uncrewed aerial system (sUAS).

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