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Sophistication versus simplification: the divided future of air-to-air missiles

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Sophistication versus simplification: the divided future of air-to-air missiles

12th October 2026

As global air combat operations continue to evolve at a rate not seen for decades, what will the next generation of air-to-air weapons look like, and what missions will they need to fulfil?

Denmark’s air defence frigate requirement draws growing European competition

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Denmark’s air defence frigate requirement draws growing European competition

2nd October 2026

With no formal competition under way, industrial partnerships, production capacity and air defence capability could all shape the programme as Denmark considers how to replace its three Iver Huitfeldt-class frigates.

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Japan, South Korea, France in talks for JPALS

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Japan, South Korea, France in talks for JPALS

26th July 2021

Raytheon's Joint Precision Approach and Landing System that helps aircraft safely land on carriers in conditions up to sea state five has seen several nations' interest as they look to develop their own aircraft carrier programmes.

Boeing supports weapon integration on Super Hornets and Growlers

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Boeing supports weapon integration on Super Hornets and Growlers

26th July 2021

OEM Boeing gains another order related to weapon systems integration on USN F/A-18E/F and EA-18G aircraft.

DoD seeks support for distributed learning initiative

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DoD seeks support for distributed learning initiative

26th July 2021

Industry will help research and facilitate distributed learning standards for DoD.

Japan works on new OPV design and pushes for exports

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Japan works on new OPV design and pushes for exports

23rd July 2021

A new OPV design is one item for sale as Japan pushes hard to increase defence equipment exports. (ATLA)

USAF orders Puma 3 AE and Raven UAS from AeroVironment

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USAF orders Puma 3 AE and Raven UAS from AeroVironment

23rd July 2021

Aerovironment has delivered its Puma 3 AE systems to the USAF, while the delivery of its Raven systems is to follow later in the year.

Vincorion to supply vital SAR equipment

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Vincorion to supply vital SAR equipment

23rd July 2021

Vincorion to supply rescue hoist systems.

Scorpion to aid Rafale mission effectiveness

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Scorpion to aid Rafale mission effectiveness

23rd July 2021

DGA orders new helmet-mounted pilot sights and multifunction displays from Thales for Rafale multirole fighters.

SM-3 Block IIA guidance unit moves towards production

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SM-3 Block IIA guidance unit moves towards production

23rd July 2021

Raytheon receives contract modification to complete transition work on the Guidance Electronic Unit for the SM-3 Block IIA missile.

CARMENTA looks into next-generation aircraft self-protection

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CARMENTA looks into next-generation aircraft self-protection

23rd July 2021

EU-funded programme seeks to find new countermeasures for aircraft.

Tri-service spotlight on Russia and US hypersonics (podcast)

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Tri-service spotlight on Russia and US hypersonics (podcast)

23rd July 2021

Welcome to Episode 29 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more.

Baykar eyes first flight for MIUS in 2023

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Baykar eyes first flight for MIUS in 2023

23rd July 2021

A new UAV is earmarked for deployment on the amphibious assault ship Anadolu — but Turkish planners have more ambitious goals for the unmanned fighter.

Indonesia and Thailand eye T-50 repeat orders

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Indonesia and Thailand eye T-50 repeat orders

22nd July 2021

It has been a while since KAI received any orders for the T-50 jet, but a couple of deals are on the cards.

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