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Air defence offerings multiply in anticipation of emerging requirements

1st October 2026

Air defence and counter-drone weapons continue to be developed, tested and demonstrated in anticipation of growing demand, with most solutions designed to be platform-agnostic and readily integrated onto suitable platforms.

September crewed air review: established platforms retain their grip on the market

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September crewed air review: established platforms retain their grip on the market

30th September 2026

With many next-generation capabilities still years from operational readiness, several of the month’s largest developments demonstrated that governments remain willing to invest heavily in aircraft with proven capabilities and established support networks.

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17th September 2018

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16th September 2018

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US Army Future Vertical Lift: Lifting the spirits

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Triumph receives Hellfire contract extensions

14th September 2018

Triumph Group has received two contract extensions from General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems for the production of specially machined guided missile parts, the company …

Sonitus to continue ATAC development

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Sonitus to continue ATAC development

14th September 2018

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Five Eyes acquisition struggles with private sector innovation

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E386 gains parachute recovery capability

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E386 gains parachute recovery capability

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Boeing receives contract for fourth KC-46A lot

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Boeing receives contract for fourth KC-46A lot

13th September 2018

Boeing has received a $2.9 billion contract from the US Air Force to deliver 18 additional KC-46A tanker aircraft with spares, support equipment, spare engines …

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Medical training needs outlined for US Army SOC

13th September 2018

US Army Special Operations Command (USASOC) has outlined its specific medical training and support needs for tactical medical training. The classes were outlined in a …

AAF receives first MD 530F Cayuse Warriors

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AAF receives first MD 530F Cayuse Warriors

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MD Helicopters (MDHI) has delivered the first five MD 530F Cayuse Warrior helicopters to the Afghan Air Force (AAF) in Kandahar, Afghanistan, the company announced …

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