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Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

28th January 2026

The aerospace company’s 2025 performance figures revealed significant orders from various European armed forces and a boost in demand for its uncrewed offerings.

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Does the increase in US firepower in the Middle East indicate another Iran strike?

27th January 2026

The presence of the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group in the Persian Gulf means additional naval and aerial capabilities, which provides the US with multiple attacking options.

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  • Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2026)

    Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2026)

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    Spain air report: Demand builds with $19.7 billion up for grabs in unawarded contracts

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    Layered protection: How air defence is adapting to rising drone and missile threats (podcast)

  • Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

    Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

  • Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2026)

    Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2026)

  • Spain air report: Demand builds with $19.7 billion up for grabs in unawarded contracts

    Spain air report: Demand builds with $19.7 billion up for grabs in unawarded contracts

  • Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

    Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

  • Layered protection: How air defence is adapting to rising drone and missile threats (podcast)

    Layered protection: How air defence is adapting to rising drone and missile threats (podcast)

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Embraer evaluates new mission capabilities for C-390 with ISR study to finish by 2026

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Embraer evaluates new mission capabilities for C-390 with ISR study to finish by 2026

10th June 2025

Alongside its official Maritime Patrol study, Embraer is also evaluating further special missions capabilities for its aircraft, including those in the space domain and with drones, CEO Bosco da Costa Junior told Shephard.

Poland reassesses equipment priorities as S-70i Black Hawk acquisition stopped

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Poland reassesses equipment priorities as S-70i Black Hawk acquisition stopped

9th June 2025

The country first entered negotiations for the procurement of Black Hawk helicopters in 2023. Now, the reassessment marks a shift in the country’s military equipment and strategic needs in light of the Ukraine conflict.

Tata to build Rafale fuselages in India as Dassault ramps up global production

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Tata to build Rafale fuselages in India as Dassault ramps up global production

6th June 2025

New Hyderabad facility will host the first overseas Rafale fuselage line, as India looks to bolster its aerospace ecosystem and align with long-term AMCA goals.

German Air Force pushes ahead with A400M infrared protection system upgrade

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German Air Force pushes ahead with A400M infrared protection system upgrade

6th June 2025

The Direct Infrared Counter Measures (DIRCM) system will serve to protect the aircraft from surface-to-air missile threats, with installation scheduled for later this year.

UVision declares a “first” with helicopter-launched loitering munition to be displayed at Paris Air Show

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UVision declares a “first” with helicopter-launched loitering munition to be displayed at Paris Air Show

6th June 2025

UVision’s HERO loitering munition family is widely used. As an air-launched loitering munition, however, it is a new concept which could meet a specific declared need of the US Marine Corps.

Japan targets T-4 replacement ahead of GCAP as pressure mounts to modernise pilot training

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Japan targets T-4 replacement ahead of GCAP as pressure mounts to modernise pilot training

6th June 2025

The JASDF has been looking to replace its T-4 jet fighters amid concerns over training capacity and pilot readiness for fifth-gen fighters.

Australia bets big on new systems and local industry in the face of drone wars

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Australia bets big on new systems and local industry in the face of drone wars

6th June 2025

Australia has a small but vibrant drone and counter-drone industry ranging from niche dual technology company Grabba Technologies to large multinational like DroneShield. It is these companies and a reshaping of procurement methods to ramp ...

Germany becomes fifth JSM customer with planned $644 million order

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Germany becomes fifth JSM customer with planned $644 million order

5th June 2025

Norway, Japan, Australia and the US have already selected Kongsberg’s Joint Strike Missile (JSM) for use from Lockheed Martin’s F-35A multirole fighter aircraft. Demand for the missile has led to an expansion in manufacturing.

RTX Raytheon to surge production of AIM-9X Block II missiles by nearly 80% in three years

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RTX Raytheon to surge production of AIM-9X Block II missiles by nearly 80% in three years

5th June 2025

Currently manufacturing 1,400 AIM-9X Block II missiles annually, Raytheon plans to reach the mark of 2,500 per year by September 2028.

Rafael to unveil new Iron Beam laser director at Paris Air Show

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Rafael to unveil new Iron Beam laser director at Paris Air Show

4th June 2025

Israel has a substantial air defence system which includes Iron Dome and David’s Sling but laser systems will allow lower cost intercepts for short ranges against smaller threats.

UK bets big on drone investment and boosts its drone deliveries to Ukraine tenfold

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UK bets big on drone investment and boosts its drone deliveries to Ukraine tenfold

4th June 2025

The £4 billion domestic funding package will go towards the development of autonomous and uncrewed aerial systems and was announced in the wake of the publication of the UK Strategic Defence Review.

Philippines acquires additional FA-50 aircraft in $700 million contract

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Philippines acquires additional FA-50 aircraft in $700 million contract

4th June 2025

Korea Aerospace Industries has netted a follow-on order from the country for 12 aircraft to be delivered by 2030.

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