Germany's Quantum-Systems to Transfer 100 Trinity Surveillance Drones to Ukraine
German drone maker Quantum-Systems is set to receive 100 Trinity drones to war-torn Ukraine, four months after an announcement was made by the company. The transfer of these drones is part of a contract signed
India's Azad Engineering to Manufacture Complex Aero-Engine Components for Rolls-Royce
Rolls-Royce has recently entered into a long-term agreement with Azad Engineering for the manufacturing and supply of complex components intended for defence aircraft engines in India. The Hyderabad-based Azad Engineering is set to become part of the global supply chain for intricate category components designated for Rolls-Royces advanced aero engines
Hanwha Systems to Develop Ship-based Reconnaissance UAV For South Korean Navy
The Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA), in collaboration with Hanwha Systems, has announced the commencement of a project aimed at developing a business system for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) designed for ship-mounted reconnaissance in the northwest islands. This initiative, spearheaded by Hanwha Systems, is set to receive an investment of approximately...
Croatia Gets U.S.’ Nod to Procure UH-60M Black Hawk Helicopters
The State Department has given its approval for a potential Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Croatia, involving the purchase of eight UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters, along with associated equipment and services. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) has officially notified Congress of this potential sale, which is estimated to...
Kalashnikov’s New Surveillance Drone to Debut at World Defense Show-2024 in Saudi...
Russias Kalashnikov Concern is set to unveil its latest offering, the SKAT 350 M Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), at the upcoming II World Defense Show-2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from February 4 to 8. The SKAT 350 M is presented as a serially produced UAV designed for aerial surveillance and object...
United States OKs $8.6B Sale of F-35 Fighter Jets to Greece
The United States State Department has given its nod for a Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Greece, approving the acquisition of F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Conventional Take Off and Landing (CTOL) aircraft, along with related equipment, at an estimated cost of $8.6 billion
U.S. Approves 40 F-16 Aircraft Sale to Turkey Worth $23B
The United States State Department has officially approved a Foreign Military Sale to the Republic of Turkey, totaling an estimated $23 billion. The sale includes the acquisition of 40 new F-16 aircraft, along with modernization kits for 79 existing F-16s
Airbus Partners Tata Group to Assemble H-125 Helicopter in India
Airbus Helicopters has revealed its collaboration with Indias Tata Group to establish a Final Assembly Line (FAL) for helicopters within the country. The FAL will be responsible for producing Airbus H125 helicopter from its civil range, targeting both the Indian market and export to neighboring countries
Russia's Large Stealth Attack Drone, Okhotnik, Set to Enter Mass Production
Vice-Governor Sergei Semka announced today that the Novosibirsk Aviation Plant, a subsidiary of Rostec's Sukhoi Company, is gearing up to initiate serial production of the heavy unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) "Okhotnik" in the latter half of 2024. The Sukhoi Company has been diligently developing Russia's inaugural heavy strike drone, the S-70 Okhotnik, since 2011
EDGE to Supply 200 Unmanned Helicopters to the U.A.E. MoD
EDGE has finalized a contract with the UAE Ministry of Defence for the procurement of 200 HT-100 and HT-750 unmanned helicopters. This deal stands as the largest-ever order for unmanned helicopter systems, intended to augment the UAE's capabilities in Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance (ISR), and logistics missions
General Atomics' Gray Eagle 25M Featuring Enhanced Computing Power Performs Maiden Flight
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) carried out the maiden flight of the Gray Eagle 25M (GE-25M) Unmanned Aircraft System at its El Mirage, Calif
Royal Brunei Air Force Welcomes Two Airbus C295MW Transport Aircraft
The Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) marked the arrival of the first two Airbus C295MW transport aircraft at Rimba Air Base's Air Movement Centre on 24 January, 2024. The acquisition, part of a four-aircraft deal with Airbus Defence and Space SAU, Spain, was formalized through a contract signed on 2 December 2022, as announced by the Brunei Ministry of Defence (MINDEF)
Argentina Tests New 200km-Range Dardo 3 Stand-Off Bomb
Russia Receives New Batch of Su-34 Fighter-Bombers, More Deliveries Expected Soon
North Korean Troops Suffer Losses in Russia-Ukraine War, Says South Korea
Anduril Tests Hypersonic Rocket Booster ‘Denali’
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...
NATO’s Intensified Exercises a Prep to Attack Russia?
Recent NATO exercises such as the BALTOPS-24, Steadfast Defender 2024 and its first-ever Basic Fighter Maneuvers exercise have been its...
Precision in the Skies: The Evolution of Loitering Munitions
Loitering munitions - drones that hover over a target and blow up near it - have become the weapon of...
Is the Patriot Air Defense System Outdated?
After Israel revealed its decision to decommission its U
Russia's Growing Influence in Africa: Arms Sales and Military Bases
Russia's expanding influence in Africa, demonstrated by arms sales, military deployments, and diplomatic engagements, reflects a significant geopolitical shift on...