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USAF eyes sensor and weapon upgrades as MH-139A Grey Wolf achieves IOC

9th September 2026

The Grey Wolf has entered operational service nearly three years later than originally planned, while new sustainment contracts indicate that some UH-1Ns could remain supported until 2031.

Japan’s FY2027 budget bets on stand-off systems to offset demographic decline

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Japan’s FY2027 budget bets on stand-off systems to offset demographic decline

9th September 2026

Japan’s FY2027 defence budget backs stand-off strike, a 17-aircraft MQ-9B buy and a declared bid to lead the world in uncrewed maritime assets, alongside new frigates, submarines and support ships.

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Pivotal has demonstrated its lightweight electric VTOL aircraft, BlackFly, live at SOF Week 2025, as the company positions the platform for special operations and wider defence applications.

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​Dubai Airshow 2017: Atlas Aerospace expects opportunity from French focus

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​Dubai Airshow 2017: Atlas Aerospace expects opportunity from French focus

12th November 2017

France’s interest in developing its civil and military markets in the UAE is helping companies like Abu Dhabi-based Atlas Aerospace explore new business opportunities in …

Dubai Airshow 2017: Bell 505 military trainer ready for Middle East

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Dubai Airshow 2017: Bell 505 military trainer ready for Middle East

12th November 2017

Bell Helicopter is optimistic that the recently EASA-certified Bell 505 Jet Ranger X will make its mark as a military training helicopter in the Middle …

Dubai Airshow 2017: Fighter aircraft programmes (video)

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Dubai Airshow 2017: Fighter aircraft programmes (video)

12th November 2017

Countries across the Middle East are in the process of modernising their fast jet fleets, with major billion dollar deals signed by Egypt, Kuwait, Qatar …

Dubai Airshow 2017: Middle East helicopter programmes (video)

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Dubai Airshow 2017: Middle East helicopter programmes (video)

11th November 2017

In advance of the Dubai Airshow, Shephard Media looks at several key helicopter procurements across the wider region.

Lockheed to develop fibre laser for AFRL

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Lockheed to develop fibre laser for AFRL

10th November 2017

Lockheed Martin has received a $26.3 million contract from the US Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to design and produce a high-power fibre laser, the …

Opinion: London’s latest SDSR review attempts to square the defence circle

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Opinion: London’s latest SDSR review attempts to square the defence circle

10th November 2017

The UK has adopted a policy of conducting a Strategic Defence & Security Review (SDSR) every five years. The process aims to review commitments, ensure …

Boeing concludes acquisition of Aurora

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Boeing concludes acquisition of Aurora

10th November 2017

Boeing has concluded its acquisition of Aurora Flight Sciences, it was announced on 8 November. Aurora - developer and manufacturer of advanced aerospace platforms and …

Dubai Airshow 2017: Armed Bell platforms receive ME interest

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Dubai Airshow 2017: Armed Bell platforms receive ME interest

10th November 2017

Interest in the arming of Bell Helicopter’s single- and twin-engine aircraft range is growing across the Middle East. NorthStar Aviation began the deliveries of 30 weaponised …

Russia to get new Mi-28N helicopters

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Russia to get new Mi-28N helicopters

10th November 2017

The Russian armed forces are set to receive a batch of Mi-28N Night Hunter attack helicopters, the Russian Ministry of Defence announced on 7 November. …

International F-35 FFS deliveries begin

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International F-35 FFS deliveries begin

9th November 2017

Lockheed Martin has delivered F-35 Full Mission Simulators to the Israel, Italian, Japanese and Norwegian air forces, the company announced on 6 November. The simulators …

ADS-B Out software for NAVAIR aircraft

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ADS-B Out software for NAVAIR aircraft

9th November 2017

Rockwell Collins has implemented Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast (ADS-B) Out software on three Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) aircraft platforms, the company announced on …

Dubai Airshow 2017: What to expect (video)

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Dubai Airshow 2017: What to expect (video)

9th November 2017

In advance of the Dubai Airshow 2017, Shephard Media's UV editor Richard Thomas discusses some of the expected highlights of this year's show with rotary editor …

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