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Teledyne FLIR adds GPS-denied 3D-mapping capabilities to its CBRN uncrewed platforms

28th April 2026

In a partnership with Emesent, Teledyne FLIR will equip its autonomous air, ground and detection systems with the Hovermap LiDAR payload in a move that highlights a broader market shift towards modular architectures, shared payloads and interoperability across platforms.

NHI’s NH90: Europe’s multirole helicopter strives to maintain relevance (updated 2026)

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NHI’s NH90: Europe’s multirole helicopter strives to maintain relevance (updated 2026)

27th April 2026

Developed in response to NATO’s needs, NHIndustries’ NH90 remains a cornerstone of European and Middle Eastern fleets – with upgrades planned to extend and improve the capabilities of the versatile and capable platform.

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Industry awaits ITEP manufacturing decision

15th August 2018

A downselect decision for the engineering and manufacturing development (EMD) phase of the US Army’s Improved Turbine Engine Programme (ITEP) is to be made by …

CAE invests in digital transformation

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CAE invests in digital transformation

15th August 2018

CAE has announced a CAD $1 billion programme to digitally transform its training technologies. Under Project Digital Intelligence, the company will develop next generation training …

SFOC granted for DX-3 Vanguard flight testing

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SFOC granted for DX-3 Vanguard flight testing

15th August 2018

Sky Guys has been granted a Special Flight Operations Certificate (SFOC), a permit for commercial UAS flights, for its DX-3 Vanguard development project, the company …

First MRTT arrives in Singapore

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First MRTT arrives in Singapore

15th August 2018

The first Airbus A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) of the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) arrived in the country on 14 August following a …

Hensoldt installs ASR-NG system in Australia

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Hensoldt installs ASR-NG system in Australia

15th August 2018

Hensoldt has completed installation of the second final Airport Surveillance Radar - Next Generation (ASR-NG) air traffic control system in Australia to improve flight safety …

Industrial SkyWorks updates BlueVu for UAS inspections

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Industrial SkyWorks updates BlueVu for UAS inspections

14th August 2018

Industrial SkyWorks has released the latest update to its BlueVu platform with web-based portal support. The upgrade enables remote-inspection of assets and easier management of …

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AAR receives USAF shelter order

14th August 2018

AAR Mobility Systems has received a $2 million order to provide customised shelters to support the US Air Force Security Forces’ Desert Defender programme, the …

UK helicopter manufacturing sits at a political crossroads

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UK helicopter manufacturing sits at a political crossroads

14th August 2018

As the UK’s parliament is in the midst of its annual summer recess, now is the time to take stock and see through the political …

Triumph receives C-130J follow-on contract

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Triumph receives C-130J follow-on contract

13th August 2018

Triumph Group’s Aerospace Structures business has received a multi-year, follow-on airframe component contract for Lockheed Martin’s C-130J Super Hercules programme, the company announced on 7 …

China tests a future hypersonic 'hydra'

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China tests a future hypersonic 'hydra'

13th August 2018

Like the mythological hydra, the American ‘Hercules’ appears incapable of dealing with this existential threat. Beijing’s successful test launch of a hypersonic glide vehicle (HGV), dubbed …

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Viasat’s VISION software passes FAST test

13th August 2018

Viasat’s Visual Integrated SATCOM Information, Operation and Networking (VISION) software has successfully passed NATO’s First Article System Test (FAST), the company announced on 7 August. …

UN to begin medevac helicopter process

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UN to begin medevac helicopter process

13th August 2018

Beginning on 30 August, the UN is to open a formal tender process for the procurement of two SAR/medevac helicopters for its Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission …

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