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USAF opens B-52 upgrade to new companies as major programmes fall behind schedule

11th August 2026

The US Air Force is seeking additional contractors to support communications upgrades for the B-52, while multiple Stratofortress modernisation programmes continue to experience delays, cost growth and technical challenges.

Canada reveals first requirements for future long-range air-to-air missile

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Canada reveals first requirements for future long-range air-to-air missile

5th August 2026

Exclusive: Ottawa says its future NORAD interceptor must be highly stealthy, resistant to jamming and capable of engaging threats at very long range, while leaving the competition open to domestic and international suppliers.

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AUSA 2025: AeroVironment showcases new variant of Switchblade loitering munition family

15th October 2025

The new Switchblade 400 was on display alongside new variants of existing drones: the Switchblade 600 Block 2 and Switchblade 300 Block 20.

AUSA 2025: Boeing wins $2.7 billion PAC-3 production contract as it explores supply chain expansion

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15th October 2025

Boeing will work with prime contractor Lockheed Martin to boost PAC-3 production capacity to hit higher delivery targets, as demand for the interceptors continues to surge.

AUSA 2025: Honeywell debuts SAMURAI CUAS system after demonstrations and trials

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AUSA 2025: Honeywell debuts SAMURAI CUAS system after demonstrations and trials

14th October 2025

The system is designed to operate against uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) and has been demonstrated for the US Army and Department of Defense. It is designed to be agnostic and provide software and C2 systems in support of a range of sensors ...

AUSA 2025: Boeing and Leonardo partner to pursue US Army rotary training contract

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14th October 2025

Leonardo’s AW119T helicopter will be offered as a solution for the Flight School Next contract, an initiative which aims to overhaul the US Army’s Initial Entry Rotary Wing training.

AUSA 2025: IAI looks to home country’s recent experiences to meet Golden Dome demands

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AUSA 2025: IAI looks to home country’s recent experiences to meet Golden Dome demands

14th October 2025

Israel has developed a multi-layered defence system over a number of decades to defeat a range of air threats. The system was recently put to the test against larger and more sophisticated missiles than it has previously had to face.

Denmark bolsters Arctic security with $4.2 billion spend, procures 16 additional F-35s

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Denmark bolsters Arctic security with $4.2 billion spend, procures 16 additional F-35s

14th October 2025

While the F-35s will help strengthen Denmark’s NATO contribution, other equipment such as a maritime patrol aircraft and additional drones were listed to further boost its Arctic defence capabilities.

AUSA 2025: IAI presents its bid for US Army’s next-generation VTOL UAS requirement

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AUSA 2025: IAI presents its bid for US Army’s next-generation VTOL UAS requirement

13th October 2025

The OmniRaider uncrewed aerial system is described by Israel Aerospace Industries as an “Americanised” version of its ThunderB-NG vertical take-off and landing UAS of which there are hundreds in service.

AUSA 2025: Moog unveils lighter weapons platform for smaller vehicles

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13th October 2025

Moog’s Reconfigurable Integrated-weapons Platform base module has been displayed integrated on a range of platforms to meet air defence requirements and is in use as part of the US Army’s SGT Stout programme.

AUSA 2025: Lockheed Martin conducts first ground-based demo of JAGM Quad Launcher

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13th October 2025

The first live-fire demonstration of the Joint Air-to-Ground Missile Quad Launcher was tested against a ground vehicle, with further tests against a UAS target planned for the system next month.

AUSA 2025: Sikorsky’s uncrewed Black Hawk to fly next year

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13th October 2025

The uncrewed UH-60L Black Hawk or U-Hawk is built around the company’s Matrix autonomy technology and, after less than a year of development, is expected to fly in 2026.

“Balance” to be struck between KC-46As and NGAS programme, says USAF chief of staff nominee

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“Balance” to be struck between KC-46As and NGAS programme, says USAF chief of staff nominee

13th October 2025

Gen Kenneth Wilsbach responded to questions about the US Air Force’s ongoing modernisation plans during his nomination hearing, emphasising the need for the current and future aerial refuelling platforms.

Aselsan brings in dozens of companies and systems under the Steel Dome umbrella

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Aselsan brings in dozens of companies and systems under the Steel Dome umbrella

12th October 2025

Turkey has joined the family of countries attempting to establish a multilayered air defence system with government approval in August 2024 for the effort landed by Aselsan. Dubbed Steel Dome, the programme joins Israel’s Iron Dome, the US ...

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