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Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

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Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

6th January 2026

Defence Minister Gen Vladimir Padrino López has declared that the Venezuelan armed forces “will continue to employ all its available capabilities for military defence”.

Poland air report: Drones, transport aircraft and tankers dominate potential procurement plans

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Poland air report: Drones, transport aircraft and tankers dominate potential procurement plans

19th December 2025

With a rising defence budget and equipment list, Poland’s air market is set to grow as the country continues to modernise its transport and helicopter fleets while seeking out uncrewed aerial vehicles and loitering munitions.

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  • Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

    Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

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    Does the increase in US firepower in the Middle East indicate another Iran strike?

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  • Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

    Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

  • Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

    Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

  • Does the increase in US firepower in the Middle East indicate another Iran strike?

    Does the increase in US firepower in the Middle East indicate another Iran strike?

  • Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

    Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

  • New Zealand to procure MH-60R and A321XLR aircraft as plan to “rebuild” the NZDF begins

    New Zealand to procure MH-60R and A321XLR aircraft as plan to “rebuild” the NZDF begins

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Sikorsky’s UH-60M Black Hawk given boost as Greece and Australia share fleet updates

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Sikorsky’s UH-60M Black Hawk given boost as Greece and Australia share fleet updates

29th October 2024

Australia and Greece are among a group of nations who have recently placed orders for UH-60M Black Hawks to replace their ageing fleets and boost their armed forces’ operational capabilities.

European next-generation rotorcraft programme moves closer to reality through new MoU

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European next-generation rotorcraft programme moves closer to reality through new MoU

21st October 2024

Launched in 2020 and managed by NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA), the Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability (NGRC) programme aims to replace medium multi-role capabilities ending their life cycle in 2035 and beyond.

Northrop Grumman shows off new M230 Chain Gun at AUSA

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Northrop Grumman shows off new M230 Chain Gun at AUSA

16th October 2024

The development of a dual-feed version of the 30mm M230 LF Chain Gun could allow for rapid selection between different ammunition types for more versatile battlefield engagement.

Sikorsky given DARPA fund to install autonomy on US Army Black Hawk

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Sikorsky given DARPA fund to install autonomy on US Army Black Hawk

16th October 2024

The Lockheed Martin company plans to integrate the MATRIX system into the MX helicopter by 2025.

‘Never done before’: tiltrotor technology and the future battlespace

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‘Never done before’: tiltrotor technology and the future battlespace

14th October 2024

In conversation... Bell's Frank Lazzara talks to Shephard's Gerrard Cowan about the potential of tiltrotor designs to revolutionize U.S. Army maneuver operations, and how the technology could transform other mission sets across DoD and inte...

Italy looks to advance development of airborne electronic warfare initiatives

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Italy looks to advance development of airborne electronic warfare initiatives

14th October 2024

Italy’s ELT Group involvement in airborne electronic warfare initiatives, including developing systems for the Eurofighter Typhoon and future sixth-generation combat aircraft, has been focused on integrated sensing, non-kinetic effects and ...

UK Royal Navy Wildcat fires Sea Venom anti-ship missile

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UK Royal Navy Wildcat fires Sea Venom anti-ship missile

9th October 2024

The Wildcat is fitted with .50cal gun and carries Stingray torpedoes and Marlet lightweight missiles. Sea Venom substantially boosts the platform’s punch.

Thailand-bound AH-6i helicopter completes first flight

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Thailand-bound AH-6i helicopter completes first flight

4th October 2024

A total of eight aircraft will replace the Royal Thai Army’s ageing AH-IF Cobra fleet as part of a contract deal worth US$103.8 million.

Florida firm wins Bell 412 maintenance training contract in El Salvador

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Florida firm wins Bell 412 maintenance training contract in El Salvador

2nd October 2024

The deal, ECS’s 12th contract under the Enterprise Training Services Contract (ETSC) programme, will run from late-August 2024 to late-August 2025.

How temporary funding could affect the US military’s critical acquisition programmes

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How temporary funding could affect the US military’s critical acquisition programmes

25th September 2024

Operating under continuing resolutions would affect Patriot, Virginia-class, Columbia-class and B-21 programmes.

The Philippines prepares for high-end fighter operations

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The Philippines prepares for high-end fighter operations

24th September 2024

The Southeast Asian country’s air force is broadening the warfighting mission sets of its FA-50PH by shifting focus towards offensive counter air, defensive counter air and ground attack missions.

Indonesia orders Airbus H145s for military training

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Indonesia orders Airbus H145s for military training

23rd September 2024

The decision to purchase the H145 by the Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) has marked the first time the Indonesian military has selected the platform.

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