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How the UK’s New Medium Helicopter award strengthens AW149’s European prospects
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Gripen marks operational milestone as Ukraine deal moves forward
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FIA 2026: Anduril pitches Thunder as force multiplier for Boeing’s AH-64 Apache

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  • Gripen marks operational milestone as Ukraine deal moves forward

    Gripen marks operational milestone as Ukraine deal moves forward

    At the end of June, Ukraine and Sweden signed a landmark deal which calls for a first batch of used Gripen C/Ds to be delivered from 2027, followed by the more advanced Gripen E.

  • 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

    Anduril has revealed Thunder, an autonomous tiltrotor rotorcraft designed as a loyal wingman for the Boeing Apache attack helicopter, ahead of Farnborough International Airshow 2026.

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Canadian observer status reinforces GCAP’s strength in emerging ‘middle power’ bloc

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Canadian observer status reinforces GCAP’s strength in emerging ‘middle power’ bloc

17th July 2026

The significant setback seen by FCAS earlier this year has secured GCAP’s position as Europe’s future sixth-generation fighter, while Canada’s potential observer status could push the programme into the next stage.

US Army’s future autonomous launcher nears next phase with awards expected in August

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US Army’s future autonomous launcher nears next phase with awards expected in August

16th July 2026

The Common Autonomous Multi-Domain Launcher (CAML) is the US Army’s main effort to provide an autonomous or optionally crewed missile launcher, with more details revealed at a CSIS webinar discussion this week.

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    “No single technology is enough”: why an integrated approach to uncrewed warfare is essential

  • “Timelines are measured in seconds”: tackling the UAS threat with dispersed defences

    “Timelines are measured in seconds”: tackling the UAS threat with dispersed defences

  • Proteus: Forging the future of autonomous rotorcraft

    Proteus: Forging the future of autonomous rotorcraft

  • Canadian observer status reinforces GCAP’s strength in emerging ‘middle power’ bloc

    Canadian observer status reinforces GCAP’s strength in emerging ‘middle power’ bloc

  • Canadian observer status reinforces GCAP’s strength in emerging ‘middle power’ bloc

    Canadian observer status reinforces GCAP’s strength in emerging ‘middle power’ bloc

  • How the UK’s New Medium Helicopter award strengthens AW149’s European prospects

    How the UK’s New Medium Helicopter award strengthens AW149’s European prospects

  • “Timelines are measured in seconds”: tackling the UAS threat with dispersed defences

    “Timelines are measured in seconds”: tackling the UAS threat with dispersed defences

  • Proteus: Forging the future of autonomous rotorcraft

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Will drone motherships form part of tomorrow’s warfare?

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Will drone motherships form part of tomorrow’s warfare?

26th August 2025

While motherships offer multiple operational advantages, the changes in the character of warfare may bring new tactics to the battlefield, reducing their role.

Sweden signs contract for $552 million Gripen E/F sale to Thailand

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Sweden signs contract for $552 million Gripen E/F sale to Thailand

26th August 2025

The confirmed order now makes Thailand the third country to operate the Gripen E/F aircraft, after sales to Sweden and Brazil.

Tactical UAS: mission-driven innovation for a new battlefield era

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Tactical UAS: mission-driven innovation for a new battlefield era

26th August 2025

As global conflicts evolve and the limitations of traditional UAS become clear, Aeronautics is redefining the tactical unmanned aerial systems space with platforms that prioritize survivability, flexibility, and mission effectiveness.

First firing of Sabre air defence system in UK as government places order

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First firing of Sabre air defence system in UK as government places order

26th August 2025

Land Ceptor air defence missile launchers which will form part of Sky Sabre, a defence system designed to intercept cruise missiles, aircraft and drones.

Australian Government looks inwards to drop Chinese-made DJI drones

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Australian Government looks inwards to drop Chinese-made DJI drones

25th August 2025

Over the next decade the Australian Department of Defence (DoD) says it will invest some A$600 million of approved funding into the development and introduction of a range of airborne, surface and subsurface uncrewed systems.

Will the Eurofighter Typhoon’s fight for new markets prevail?

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Will the Eurofighter Typhoon’s fight for new markets prevail?

25th August 2025

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.

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