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Why is the US Air Force refuelling tanker fleet under scrutiny?

16th June 2026

In a recent report, the GAO warns that delays, availability issues and operational pressure could create gaps in the USAF refuelling inventory while the branch transitions to the KC-46 Pegasus.

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Eurosatory 2026: How could air forces integrate autonomous wingmen into existing fleets?

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From mobile launch trailers to ship decks, software and platforms such as Shield AI’s Hivemind and its X-BAT and V-BAT are positioning autonomous systems as a credible force option for militaries priced out of traditional airpower.

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The southern California portion of the international Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise has got under way, led by the US Navy’s Naval Surface and …

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Raytheon UK CEO talks FIA 2018

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Farnborough 2018: Lockheed Martin steadfast with F-35 plans

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Welcome to FIA 2018 | Raytheon

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Farnborough 2018: Team Tempest tempting global interest in new platform

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Farnborough 2018: Swedish Air Force outline air defence wish list

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Farnborough 2018: Swedish Air Force outline air defence wish list

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Farnborough 2018: Elbit's reality for civil avionics onboard military platforms

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Farnborough 2018: Business and the Brexit decision (video)

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