Leonardo DRS wins US Space Force prototype contract for space sensors
The US Space Force has selected Leonardo DRS for a prototype contract to develop scalable sensor systems aimed at enhancing national defence capabilities.
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RAF boosts counter-drone defence with Saab’s Giraffe 1X radars
Saab UK has delivered its Giraffe 1X radar systems to the Royal Air Force (RAF) as part of efforts to address the increasing threat posed by uncrewed aerial systems (UAS).
RAF simulate heavy-lift delivery of Nato Submarine Rescue System
The UK RAF ran through its logistical responsibility in transporting the Nato Submarine Rescue System in the event of an emergency response.
Tekever acquires Flowcopter following AR6 reveal
Portugal’s leading UAS builder, Tekever, has acquired Scotland’s Flowcopter according to a 1 September press release.
Elbit Systems wins $270m contract for SPECTRO ISR & targeting payloads
Elbit Systems announced it has signed contracts with an undisclosed international customer for advanced ISR and targeting payloads.
US Air Force’s MH-139 Grey Wolf reaches IOC
The MH-139 Grey Wolf, the helicopter intended to replace the Vietnam-era UH-1N Huey, has achieved initial operational capability (IOC).
Saab conducts maiden flight of Gripen F two-seat fighter jet
Swedish defence prime Saab successfully conducted the inaugural flight of the Gripen F, its new two-seat variant of the Gripen E fighter.
Lockheed Martin proposes $1.8bn F-16 industrial package to Peru
Lockheed Martin has proposed an industrial and social partnership package for Peru, related to the F-16 Block 70 and valued at $1.8bn.
Conti Federal finishes $140.9m helicopter facility at F.E. Warren AFB
Conti Federal has completed a $140.9m Helicopter Squadron Operations and Tactical Response Force facility at F.E. Warren Air Force Base.
German Air Force selects Lufthansa for Initial Pilot Training
Lufthansa Aviation Training (LAT) has been selected to provide Initial Flight Training (IFT) for new German Air Force pilots, beginning in February 2027 at its Rostock-Laage centre.
Spain clears $6.3bn joint Airbus tanker deal with Poland
Spain has approved a €5.4bn ($6.3bn) framework funding envelope, paving the way for a joint procurement with Poland for at least seven Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft.
US Air Force spend $603m on B-52 radar upgrade
Raytheon has a secured a USAF contract to produce a new generation AESA radar for the B-52 bomber life extension.
HAL and Safran agree to co-develop Aravalli engine for helicopters
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Safran Helicopter Engines, through the SAFHAL Helicopter Engines joint venture, have agreed to design and develop new-generation helicopter engine for military use.
ICEYE launches Netherlands unit to support Dutch military space tech
ICEYE has launched a Netherlands-based entity in Amsterdam, aiming to deepen its collaboration with Dutch defence and expand its technology presence within the Netherlands Defence Technological Industrial Base (NLDTIB).
Boeing wins up to $131bn contract for F-15 fighter programme
Boeing has won a contract worth up to $131.23bn to support the F-15 Eagle Crest programme, which oversees the F-15 fighter aircraft fleet.
India’s Sigma secures $170m aeroengine contract with Rolls-Royce
Indian defence and aerospace company Sigma Advanced Systems has received a further long-term contract worth nearly £125m ($170m) with Rolls-Royce.
US Approves $364m sale of APKWS-II precision rockets to Italy
The US Government has cleared a potential $364m FMS of air-to-air precision guidance kits and related equipment to Italy.
Saab unveils full-scale uncrewed combat air system concept
Saab revealed a full-scale concept of a future uncrewed combat air system, designated A3-001, at Malmen Air Base's Jubilee Air Show.
US Air Force launches market research for E-7 Wedgetail flight trainers
The US Air Force has started market research to find contractors capable of designing and delivering a suite of training devices for its future E-7 Wedgetail aircraft, according to a government Request for Information (RFI) issued to industry.
US clears $4.5bn sale of KC-46A aerial tankers to Qatar
The US Department of State has approved a possible $4.5bn foreign military sale (FMS) to Qatar for KC-46A aerial refuelling aircraft and related equipment.