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US pours another $23 billion into Arsenal of Freedom to ramp up missile production

18th August 2026

The US Department of Defense (DoD) is spending billions of dollars to accelerate missile production to meet demands from the war against Iran and requirements in Ukraine. Manufacture of SM-3 and PAC-3 interceptors is being ramped up, alongside a $22.9 billion commitment to Tomahawk cruise missiles.

Canada targets 2028 operational debut for AIM-9X and AIM-120D missiles

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Canada targets 2028 operational debut for AIM-9X and AIM-120D missiles

18th August 2026

The missile programmes form part of a broader effort to strengthen Canadian air-combat readiness as the RCAF transitions from the CF-188 to the F-35A and rebuilds its operational weapons stocks.

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Paris Air Show: Variety spices up special mission aircraft

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Paris Air Show: Variety spices up special mission aircraft

27th June 2017

Various companies were at this year’s Paris Air Show showcasing their intelligence-gathering special mission aircraft with one theme in particular seeming to take precedent; the …

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Leonardo wins NATO ALIS contract

27th June 2017

Leonardo has been selected to provide logistic and support services for the NATO Alliance Ground Surveillance (AGS) programme, the company announced on 21 June. Under …

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Counter-UAS options continue to grow

27th June 2017

The increasing popularity of drones, in all shapes and sizes, has brought to light a whole assortment of new security threats, including the growing hazard …

Orbital ATK tests ShotFinder on fixed-wing aircraft

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Orbital ATK tests ShotFinder on fixed-wing aircraft

27th June 2017

Orbital ATK has successfully tested the ShotFinder Acoustic Hostile-Fire Indication System on a fixed-wing aircraft, the company announced on 21 June. Testing on a Cessna …

Spain picks AUDS to detect, defeat UAVs

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Spain picks AUDS to detect, defeat UAVs

27th June 2017

The Spanish Defence Ministry has selected the AUDS counter-unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) system to protect critical assets and personnel from malicious UAVs, it was announced …

Sikorsky to support CH-53D helicopters

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Sikorsky to support CH-53D helicopters

27th June 2017

Sikorsky has won a contract from Israel's Ministry of Defense to supply spare parts and associated engineering services in support of the CH-53D heavy lift …

Inside Israel's secretive intelligence unit

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Inside Israel's secretive intelligence unit

26th June 2017

Instant intelligence is critical to Israel's security, allowing the military or security forces to make swift decisions when it comes to preventing an attack or …

Paris Air Show: Test pilot talks CH-53K (video)

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Paris Air Show: Test pilot talks CH-53K (video)

26th June 2017

While the CH-53K was not present at this year's Paris Air Show, Shephard had the opportunity to speak with Lt Col Jonathan Morel, CH-53K government chief …

Paris Air Show: Anka on path to commercial market

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Paris Air Show: Anka on path to commercial market

26th June 2017

While Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) showcased the weaponised version of its Anka UAV at the Paris Air Show the company said that it is also …

C-27J deliveries to Air Station Sacramento completed

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C-27J deliveries to Air Station Sacramento completed

26th June 2017

The US Coast Guard (USCG) Air Station Sacramento, California, has taken delivery of the sixthC-27J Spartan medium range surveillance aircraft, marking the completion of the …

Paris Air Show: Le Bourget under air defence ‘bubble’ (video)

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Paris Air Show: Le Bourget under air defence ‘bubble’ (video)

26th June 2017

While most visitors at this year’s Paris Air Show were concerned with applying enough sun protection, the French Air Force had another more pressing concern; …

Analysis: New Indian naval helicopters dashed again

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Analysis: New Indian naval helicopters dashed again

26th June 2017

An Indian Navy (IN) deal valued at over $1 billion for 16 Multirole Helicopters (MRH) was given a quiet burial after being scrapped by the …

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