Turkey's Kale Arge Set to Deliver First Turbojet Engine for KARA ATMACA...
Kale Arge is poised to make the initial delivery of the KTJ-3700 Turbojet Engine for use in the KARA ATMACA Cruise Missile within a few days, marking progress in Roketsan's ongoing development efforts for the surface-to-surface cruise missile. The national engine, KTJ-3700, according to Kale Arge General Manager Cüneyt Kenger, is...
Rosoboronexport to Present "Combat Proven" UAVs at UMEX 2024
Rosoboronexport, a subsidiary of the Rostec State Corporation, will display a range of “combat proven” drones at the upcoming Sixth International Unmanned Systems Exhibition and Conference (UMEX 2024) scheduled to take place from January 23-25, in Abu Dhabi, U.A
Romanian Pilot Performs Maiden Flight at European F-16 Training Center
A Romanian pilot, trained within the European F-16 Training Center (EFTC), conducted the first flight with an F-16 aircraft provided by the Royal Netherlands Air Forces on January 15. This was announced by the Romanian defense ministry on Thursday
DragonFire Laser Achieves UK's First High-Power Firing Against Aerial Targets
The DragonFire laser directed energy weapon (LDEW) system has achieved the first high-power firing of a laser weapon against aerial targets in the UK. The successful trial took place at the MOD Hebrides Range, showcasing the advanced capabilities of this futuristic military laser
Testing of Upgraded Chinese AC313A Helicopter Underway in Harsh Climatic Conditions in...
Test flights of the enhanced AC313A helicopter have commenced in the challenging climatic conditions of Heilongjiang province, located in northeastern China. Chinese state-owned media reported the initiation of these trials, aimed at confirming the helicopter's suitability for deployment in search and rescue missions and transportation under extreme weather conditions where conventional...
South Korea's DAPA Announces Light Armed Helicopter Delivery Plans
The Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) disclosed on Friday its plan to deliver the first model of the newly developed Light Armed Helicopter (LAH) to the South Korean Army this year, marking a step towards replacing the aging helicopter fleet. The LAH model is currently in the final stages of assembly and is expected to undergo inspections before deployment, according to DAPA
Russia's KTRV Boosts Missile Capability: Range Extended to 310 km, Payload Increased...
Russias Tactical Missile Corporation (KTRV) has successfully increased the range of its air-launched missile to 310 kilometers while simultaneously enhancing the payload capacity from 450 kg to a formidable 800 kg. Tactical Missile Corporation CEO Boris Obnosov confirmed the successful testing of the new missile variant, emphasizing the company's achievement in both capability and cost reduction
Su-30 'Flanker' Fighters, Akinci UAVs Join Ethiopian Arsenal
Ethiopia has bolstered its military capabilities with the recent acquisition of Sukhoi Su-30 'Flanker' fighters and Baykar Bayraktar Akıncı armed unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The Ethiopian National Defense Force (FDRE Defense Force) announced the arrival of the Su-30s on January 16, along with the undisclosed number of Akıncı UAVs
Japan Agrees to Purchase 400 Tomahawk Missiles
Japan signed a contract with the United States on Thursday to buy 400 long-range Tomahawk cruise missiles, seeking to acquire the capability of striking an adversary's territory with China and North Korea in mind. Faced with growing Chinese military clout and a nuclear-armed North Korea, the Japanese government plans to double its defense spending to 2% of GDP by 2027
Integration of U.A.E.-produced Desert Sting Ammo into Turkish Bayraktar TB2...
Baykar and EDGE Group have commenced integration activities for the Desert Sting 16 precision-guided munition into the Bayraktar TB2 Unmanned Aerial Vehicle. The integration process is anticipated to conclude by the end of the year, followed by the incorporation of other payloads onto additional Baykar platforms
Pakistan Unveils Transformative Modernization Plan with Acquisition of Chinese FC-31 Stealth Fighters
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) unveiled its ambitious modernization initiative, prominently featuring the acquisition of the Chinese FC-31 stealth fighter jets, through a press release posted on various social media platforms. A key milestone in this strategic overhaul is the induction of fifth-generation stealth fighter jets
GA-ASI Demonstrates UCAV Autonomy Using MQ-20, Waveform X
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) showcased its autonomy ecosystem for Unmanned Combat Air Vehicles (UCAVs) in a live flight test featuring the MQ-20 Avenger on November 13, 2023
U.K. Navy's New Drones Can Trick Sea Mines into Exploding Harmlessly
Turkey’s ASELSAN Demonstrates Laser Defense System Against Infrared-Guided Missiles
Russia Targets Patriot Battery in Kyiv as Germany Pushes for New U.S....
Dutch Intelligence: Russia Using WWI-Era Chemical in Ukraine
The Future of Combat: Miniaturized Laser Weapons Set to Replace Bullets and Missiles
Lasers may soon replace bullets, and drones could disable enemy UAVs with beams of light instead of missiles
Four-legged Robots Vs. Military Dogs
Four legged robots that resemble dogs are increasingly being seen in war zones and exercises for functions such as reconnaissance...
Lockheed Martin Faces Billions in F-35 Cuts Under U.S. Policy Shift
Americas policy of controlling F-35 usage, spares, and maintenance—combined with President Donald Trumps threats of trade wars with Europe, halted...
Russian Su-57 and Chinese J-20 as Alternatives to the American F-35 Stealth Fighter
As the Russian Su-57 stealth fighter jet enters serial production, the debate over how it stacks up against the American...
