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Indonesia orders Leonardo light fighters, eyes naval helicopters
The Indonesian Air Force is slated to get Leonardo M-346F light fighters, further diversifying an eclectic aircraft fleet.
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Boeing’s MQ-28 Ghost Bat makes Farnborough Airshow debut
Boeing’s MQ-28 Ghost Bat recently became the first collaborative combat aircraft to participate in a multinational, joint operational exercise.
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UK’s BAE enters uncrewed fighter competition with ‘Brontanax’
BAE Systems revealed a new unmanned fighter jet on Wednesday, boosting Britain’s entry into one of the defense industry’s hottest markets.
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Backed by France, Macron sees Germany as nuclear-deterrence ‘vanguard’ in Europe
A French nuclear-capable Rafale jet had been temporarily hosted at a German air base − specifically at Nörvenich near Cologne.
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New British prime minister gains early defense win with Canada fighter jet tie-up
Canada has joined the GCAP fighter program as an observer, marking the first expansion beyond the founding members Britain, Italy and Japan.
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Boeing on track for 2028 Air Force One delivery, costs rise
Boeing remains on track to deliver two new Air Force One jets in 2028, but meeting that target will require additional spending.
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Germany to study French cooperation offer on SAMP/T air-defense system
German government leaders will study an offer by French President Emmanuel Macron to cooperate on the French-Italian SAMP/T air defense system.
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Russia may use captured Ukrainian drones against Poland and Baltics, Warsaw warns
Russia has captured a large number of Ukrainian drones and may be planning to use them against NATO or to stage a false flag attack, Polish officials said.
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US Marine Corps turns to AI-powered Bullfrog as drone threats expand
Allen Control Systems announced Monday that the Marine Corps has chosen the Bullfrog autonomous weapon system to integrate into its airborne defenses.
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US Air Force begins piloted flights, autonomy tests for modified F-16s
Piloted flights and autonomy tests began recently for modified F-16s that allows artificial intelligence agents to fly the aircraft.
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Doodle Labs eyes US, European production sites as demand soars for jam-resistant drones
Doodle Labs hopes to turn its success in equipping jam-hardened drones in Ukraine into additional production sites in Europe and he United States.
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Lockheed Martin announces cheaper Patriot interceptor missile
Lockheed Martin introduced a cheaper Patriot interceptor as the U.S. and partner nations grapple with the exorbitant costs of shooting down cheap drones.
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Thunderstruck: Anduril unveils autonomous attack rotorcraft
Anduril’s autonomous attack rotorcraft, dubbed Thunder, is designed to operate with current and next-generation crewed attack helicopter platforms.
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Israel’s IAI unveils ‘Hypnosis’ system for confusing enemy drone swarms
The system, called Hypnosis, consists of an array of mobile “stations” around a defended area that send out jamming signals against drone swarms.
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Trust between operators, CCAs starts with simulations: Former Air Force secretary
Simulations and exercises will be key to boosting trust between operators and CCAs, according to former U.S. Air Force secretary Frank Kendall.
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As fighter pilots prepare to command drone wingmen, BAE bets on new helmet tech
BAE Systems unveiled new helmet display technology designed to enable fighter pilots to be one-person command centers.
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US Air Force seeking air defense missile system to protect air bases
The U.S. Air Force has put out a request for a new air defense missile system to defend the service’s installations against cruise missiles and drones.
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Wars shift focus from jets to weapons at giant Farnborough Airshow
Spiraling security risks are expected to push defense to the forefront of Britain’s Farnborough Airshow next week.
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UK defense plan to unlock fresh GCAP contract before Farnborough Airshow
The British government came up with essential funding on the day that cash flow for the jet was due to run out.
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UK launches global MQ-9B drone users’ club for allies
The drone program is growing rapidly, as it initially included six nations and now comprises ten.
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Leonardo CEO says sixth-gen fighter is likely safe from budget cuts
“I do not have any indication they want to drop or freeze the program,” said Roberto Cingolani, referring to the Global Combat Air Programme.
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Israel’s IAI plugging away at German Arrow-3 order amid Gaza war
The defense company has surged its workforce to keep German plans on track of fielding one Arrow-3 installation in eastern Germany before 2026.
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UK signs $227 million contract with Thales for new Martlet missiles
The order for multirole missiles will replenish munitions previously donated to Ukraine
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Dassault says Rafale jet production ramp-up hit by supply chain snags
“We have signed contracts for the Rafale, so we have to deliver on time,” CEO Eric Trappier said.
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Sweden angles to fill a void in NATO’s space plans
The Swedish government has adopted the country’s first-ever defense and security space strategy, which seeks to make Stockholm a space hub for allies.