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April air forces review: Next-gen platform push ties in with fleet modernisation plans

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April air forces review: Next-gen platform push ties in with fleet modernisation plans

29th April 2026

Countries releasing their spending budgets over the past month have placed an emphasis on advancing next-generation crewed programmes as well as upgrades and expansion plans for air combat and aerial refuelling capabilities.

What opportunities remain for European airborne early warning requirements?

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What opportunities remain for European airborne early warning requirements?

28th April 2026

With a pending NATO AWACS replacement on the horizon, the demand and market opportunities for airborne early warning aircraft remain strong as countries look to bolster their capabilities, with industry eyeing gaps in the market.

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Union slams “self-sabotage” of UK government over Typhoon production

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Union slams “self-sabotage” of UK government over Typhoon production

8th July 2025

The UK Ministry of Defence remains resolute that the Typhoon sits at the heart of the country’s air defence capabilities and is focused on the aircraft’s potential export orders, despite its continued focus on F-35 procurement.

Malaysia signs for two additional GM400α air surveillance radars

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Malaysia signs for two additional GM400α air surveillance radars

8th July 2025

The order is in addition to two systems ordered in 2023. It forms part of a family of systems which is becoming widely used and part of a growing demand for the capability, both in deliveries and requirements.

South Korea considers cancellation of second AH-64E Apache helicopter purchase

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South Korea considers cancellation of second AH-64E Apache helicopter purchase

8th July 2025

The likely scrapping of Boeing’s Apache helicopter comes after a huge budget cut approved by the South Korean National Assembly. The helicopter procurement had already been reconsidered by the country’s Joint Chiefs of Staff earlier in the ...

US Coast Guard to receive the largest single acquisition funding in its history

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US Coast Guard to receive the largest single acquisition funding in its history

7th July 2025

The nearly $25 billion investment will cover USCG procurement of cutters, aircraft, helicopters, training simulators and Polar capabilities over the next four years.

UK to receive 27 additional F-35 aircraft by end of decade

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UK to receive 27 additional F-35 aircraft by end of decade

7th July 2025

The number of aircraft was stated by UK Defence Secretary John Healey during a Defence Committee hearing. It follows on from the UK’s decision to purchase F-35A aircraft to boost its nuclear deterrence, although hurdles and questions about ...

Europe turns to industrial and procurement co-operation with Ukraine as supplies continue

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Europe turns to industrial and procurement co-operation with Ukraine as supplies continue

4th July 2025

Equipment has continued to flow into Ukraine from the European Union (EU), NATO and western countries as the war against Russia continues but other types of support with longer-term prospects are appearing.

Australia invests $1.4 billion in additional AMRAAM buy

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Australia invests $1.4 billion in additional AMRAAM buy

4th July 2025

Some of the missiles ordered can be used on the F/A-18F Super Hornet, EA-18G Growler and the F35-A Lightning.

What lessons could Europe learn from air power use in Ukraine?

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What lessons could Europe learn from air power use in Ukraine?

3rd July 2025

The use of air power by both sides in the ongoing conflict has been extensively focused on, influencing policy and procurement around the world. But are the lessons from the front line universally applicable, or should other nations be plan...

Paraguayan Air Force receives four A-29 Super Tucano aircraft

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Paraguayan Air Force receives four A-29 Super Tucano aircraft

3rd July 2025

Six Super Tucano aircraft were ordered in July 2024, with Paraguay the fifth South American country to add the aircraft to modernise its fleet.

US Army seeks nearly $900 million to accelerate development and acquisition of CUAS capabilities

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US Army seeks nearly $900 million to accelerate development and acquisition of CUAS capabilities

2nd July 2025

The branch plans to speed up the building and procurement of kinetic and non-kinetic systems for fixed, semi-fixed and on-the-move operations.

Baykar completes Piaggio Aerospace takeover with plans to boost drone production

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Baykar completes Piaggio Aerospace takeover with plans to boost drone production

1st July 2025

The takeover of the Italian firm by Baykar solidifies the company’s efforts to forge closer ties with Italian industry, bolsters its partnership with Leonardo to produce UAVs and secures its foothold in Europe.

US budget boosts Boeing’s F-15EX with $3.1 billion investment to increase fleet to 129

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US budget boosts Boeing’s F-15EX with $3.1 billion investment to increase fleet to 129

1st July 2025

The F-15EX Eagle II had already been singled out for further funding in January 2025, when it was chosen to replace the A-10 aircraft for the US National Guard.

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