General Atomics Completes Full-scale Fatigue Testing of MQ-9B Drone
General Atomics completed a full-scale fatigue testing of an MQ-9B Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA). The team completed the “first lifetime” of fatigue testing – which is equivalent to 40,000 operating hours – and represents an important step in validating the design of the airframe system
Indonesia Plans to Modernize its Su-30, F-16 Aircraft Fleet
Indonesia has decided to forgo its plan to acquire 12 Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets from Qatar and instead focus on modernizing its existing fleet of Sukhoi Su-30 and F-16 aircraft. These statements were made by Dahnil Anzar Simanjuntak, a government spokesperson, during a TV One interview
Russia, Ukraine Increasingly Rely on FPV Drones for Close Combat
The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has witnessed a significant shift in the use of First Person View (FPV) drones, according to research conducted by Open-source intelligence analyst Andrew Perpetua
Taiwan to Purchase $128M Worth Parts for MICA Missiles to Bolster its...
The Ministry of National Defense of Taiwan's European procurement office has concluded negotiations with the French missile manufacturer MBDA to secure components for the maintenance of its French-built MICA and Magic missiles. With a allocated budget of NT$3
New Russian-Made Mi-28 Attack Helicopter Crashes in Western Uganda
In a devastating incident, a Russian-made Mi-28 attack helicopter crashed in Nyamisingiri Village, Kichwamba sub-county, Ntoroko district, Western Uganda, on Tuesday. The helicopter, en route to the Democratic Republic of Congo, tragically struck a village house, claiming the lives of both crew members aboard
First FLIR Pod Delivered for Turkey's T-129 ATAK Helicopter
Turkeys ASELSAN has handed over the first ASELFLIR-400 Electro-Optical Reconnaissance, Targeting, and Surveillance System for use on Turkish platforms such as the homegrown T-129 ATAK attack helicopter. This advanced system is designed to serve as the primary sensory apparatus for both air and land platforms, contributing to Turkey's strategic goal of minimizing reliance on foreign technologies in the electro-optics sector
South Korea, Poland Forge Mutual Recognition Pact for Military Airworthiness
South Korea and Poland have finalized a deal to establish a mutual recognition process for military airworthiness certification, as announced by Seoul's defense procurement agency on Tuesday. The bilateral agreement on airworthiness, a crucial measure for ensuring the safety of flight, was signed by representatives from Korea's Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) and the Polish defense ministry
Zala Aero Group Unveils Latest Short-Range Loitering Munition
Russian drone manufacturer Zala Aero Group, has introduced its latest development, the Product 55 loitering munition. This new addition to the ZALA lineup features a distinctive X-wing aerodynamic design derived from the Lancet family, equipped with four engines
Japan Finalizes SH-60L Naval Helicopter Development for Maritime Self-Defense Force
The Japanese Ministry of Defense (MoD) officially announced the completion of the development of the new SH-60L naval combat helicopters, aimed to succeed the existing Mitsubishi/Sikorsky SH-60K fleet in service with Japan's Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF). Formerly identified as the XSH-60L during its prototype phase developed by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI), the SH-60L represents Japan's latest venture into anti-submarine warfare (ASW) helicopters
UAC Initiates Development of New MiG-UTS Trainer Aircraft for Pilot Training
In a move aimed at addressing concerns over the suitability and operational costs of current pilot training aircraft, the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) has commenced the development of a new training complex featuring the single-engine MiG-UTS aircraft. The primary objective of this initiative is to enhance the efficiency of pilot training by introducing a cost-effective and easily maintainable single-engine version of the MiG-UTS aircraft
Russia’s UAC to Produce 18 New Il-76MD-90A Aircraft Annually
The United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) has manufactured six Il-76MD-90A airlifters in the current year, with plans to significantly escalate annual production to 18 aircraft. UAC CEO Yury Slyusar emphasized the growing demand from the Defense Ministry for these strategic airlifters, citing the necessity for a substantial fleet in the upcoming years
Turkey’s ANKA-3 Combat Drone Performs Maiden Flight
The Anka-3 combat drone, developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI), completed its maiden flight this morning. The first prototype's structural assembly was finalized in January 2023, showcasing a maximum takeoff weight of 6,500 kilograms (14,330 pounds) and a payload capacity of 1,200 kilograms (2,646 pounds)
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...