China’s CH-7 UAV Featuring Enhanced Wingspan, Extended Service Ceiling Nears Completion
The CH-7, China's unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), is set to conclude its development by the end of 2024 after successful tests of new designs aimed at bolstering its capabilities in information-based combat. Aerospace CH UAV Co Ltd, the drone's developer, reported steady progress and expects the CH-7 to have a significant...
F-16 Fighting Falcon Crashes During Routine Training at South Korean Base
An F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing at the United States air base in Gunsan, a western port city of South Korea, crashed during a routine training mission on Wednesday at approximately 8:41 a.m
Procurement of F-35s, A400Ms, 212 CD Submarines Part of Germany’s €34.9B Budget...
Germany plans to spend €34.9 billion on defense projects this year, encompassing the acquisition of F-35 combat jets, A400M airlifters, and 212 CD submarines, with additional allocations for the development of next-generation drones, battle tanks, and fighter aircraft
U.A.E. Buys Skyshield, NAVCONTROL-G Anti-Drone Systems
EDGE Group has announced its successful bid for a contract to supply the U.A
Cessna 208B Aircraft Demos Autonomous Flight with AFWERX, Xwing Inc. Technology
AFWERX Autonomy Prime partner Xwing Inc. recently completed an autonomous logistics mission using its Cessna 208B at McClellan Airfield in Sacramento, California, on Jan
Textron Systems' Aerosonde Uncrewed Aircraft Conducts Operational Flight from USS Savannah
Textron Systems Corporation, a Textron Inc. company, has announced the first operational flight of its Aerosonde Uncrewed Aircraft System (UAS) from the Littoral Combat Ship (LCS-28) USS Savannah
Aerovel's Flexrotor Unveils Heavy Fuel Engine Integration
Aerovel Corporation has recently unveiled the integration of a Heavy Fuel Engine (HFE) into its Flexrotor Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) Unmanned Aircraft. The incorporation of the proprietary fuel mixture control in the
Czech Republic Secures $6.6B Deal for 24 U.S. F-35 Fighter Jets
The Czech Republic's government has officially inked an agreement with the U.S
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 143
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 cost $500 million
Indian MoD to Procure Locally-made Rockets for Pinaka MLRS Worth $1.1 Billion
France Delivers First Mirage 2000 Jets to Ukraine
U.K. Makes 3D Printable Parts for Tempest Fighter from Old Tornado Aircraft...
Russia Offers Su-57 Fighter Jets to India with Joint Production Option
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