Embraer, Rheinmetall Discussing C-390 Aircraft Training Centre in Europe
Embraer and Rheinmetall are discussing expanding their C-390 training network to meet the needs of European customers, possibly establishing a dedicated center in the region. Currently, there is an Embraer C-390 Training Center in Brazil, in the state of São Paulo, featuring a Full Flight and Mission Simulator (FFMS) and a...
Belarus Becomes Inaugural Customer for Russian Su-30SM2 Aircraft
Production of Su-30SM2 aircraft for Belarus has commenced at the Irkutsk Aviation Plant of Russia's United Aircraft Corporation. The
U.K., Latvia Invite Bids to Supply FPV Drones to Ukraine
The United Kingdom and Latvia have commenced a competitive bidding process for the supply of thousands of first-person view (FPV) drones to Ukraine. This initiative is being undertaken by the newly established Drone Capability Coalition, which was announced by both nations in February with the specific goal of rapidly equipping Ukraine...
First Binational C-130J Squadron Completes Joint Training at Multinational Facility
Aircrew members from the French (Armée de lAir) and German (Luftwaffe) air forces have completed joint training as the first-ever binational C-130J Super Hercules squadron. The training took place at the France Germany Multinational Training Center (FGMTC), a facility developed by Lockheed Martin in partnership with the French Direction générale de...
Hensoldt to Equip Ukrainian Helicopters with Detection and Self-Protection Sensors
Sensor solutions provider HENSOLDT is set to enhance the defense capabilities of the Ukrainian armed forces by equipping their helicopters with advanced detection and self-protection sensors. This latest order includes further deliveries of the Airborne Missile Protection System (AMPS), with the contract valued in the double-digit million range
Airbus Partners with Helsing to Develop AI Technologies for Unmanned Wingman System
Airbus Defence and Space and Helsing, Europes defence AI and software company, have signed an agreement at the ongoing ILA Berlin exhibition, focusing on advancing artificial intelligence (AI) technologies for the development of a future Wingman system. This system, an unmanned fighter-type aircraft, is poised to integrate with existing combat jets and receive directives from a pilot stationed in a command aircraft, such as the Eurofighter
Germany Adds 20 More Eurofighter Typhoon Fighters to Air Force Arsenal
Germany has announced its intention to acquire an additional 20 Eurofighter jets for its air force, Chancellor Scholz confirmed at the ILA Berlin-2024 exhibition, running from June 5 to June 9. Addressing attendees at the event's opening in Berlin, Chancellor Scholz reiterated the nation's commitment to bolstering its arms production capacity,
Eurofighter Consortium Announces Phase 4 Enhancement Package for Typhoon
Eurofighter consortium and the NATO Eurofighter & Tornado Management Agency (NETMA) signed a
Leonardo Inaugurates Factory in Poland for AW149 Helicopter Production
PZL-Świdnik, a subsidiary of Leonardo, has launched the production line for the AW149 helicopters designated for the Polish Armed Forces on June 4. Initially, AW149 production took place in Vergiate, Italy, where Polish workers underwent on-the-job training to ensure adherence to delivery schedules
Israel Orders 25 F-35s at $120M Each
The Israeli Ministry of Defense has signed an agreement worth $3 billion with the U.S
Argentine Air Force Receives IA 63 Pampa III Block II Trainer-Light Attack
Fábrica Argentina de Aviones "Brig. San Martín" SA (FAdeA) handed over two IA 63 Pampa III - Block II aircraft to the Argentine Air Force on June 4, along with the first set of nationalized pylons
Indian Su-30MKI Fighter Jet Crashes During Test Sortie
An Indian Air Force (IAF) Su-30MKI fighter jet crashed in Nashik district, Maharashtra state, on Tuesday. The incident occurred during a test sortie from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in Nashik
Canada Receives First CT-102B Astra II Training Aircraft
EU Commission Proposes Sanctions, Partial Trade Suspension against Israel
Denmark Approves Plan to Acquire Long-range Precision Weapons
Belgium, Netherlands, Norway Seek $1.3B Worth of U.S.-made Missiles, Torpedoes
China's Mass-produced J-35A Aircraft Set to Disrupt Global Stealth Fighter Market
China is aiming to disrupt the global stealth fighter market by mass-producing its fifth-generation J-35A at a pace comparable to...
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...