Full-Scale LEVENT Air Defense Missile Unveiled at DIMDEX 2024 in Qatar
Turkish missile maker Roketsan introduced its LEVENT air defense missile for the first time at Doha International Maritime Defense Fair (DIMDEX) 2024 in Qatar today. Designed specifically for the close air defense of naval platforms, the LEVENT Missile aims to counter a variety of airborne threats, particularly anti-ship missiles
France's DGA Delivers Final Interim H160 Helicopter to French Navy
The French Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) delivered the sixth and
China Develops Wing-flapping Drone that Mimics Falcons
A Chinese university has developed a wing-flapping drone that mimics falcons and other birds of prey in flight. Developed by a research team on aircraft bionics from the Xi'an-based Northwestern Polytechnical University, the drone called "Ornithopter," which is about the size of a falcon, was recently test-flown, government-controlled China Central Television...
India's HAL to Manufacture MiG-29 Engines with Russian Technology
The Indian Ministry of Defence announced on Friday the signing of a contract between Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and the Russian Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the production of RD-33 Aero Engines. The deal, valued at INR 5,250 Crore (approximately $610 million), is set to reinforce the operational capabilities of the...
First Two F-16s Officially Delivered to Slovakia
Lockheed Martin officially delivered the first pair of F-16s to Slovakia today, marking a significant milestone. The ceremony took place at Lockheed Martin's Greenville facility, where Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the Slovak Republic, Robert Kaliňák, joined delegates from the United States and Slovakia to commemorate the arrival...
Turkish MoD Receives F-16 Purchase Offer and Acceptance Letters from U.S.
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U.S.A.F.’s XQ-67A Uncrewed Air Vehicle Performs Maiden Flight ...
The Air Force Research Laboratorys Aerospace Systems Directorate performed the
Boeing Secures $3.4B Contract for P-8A Poseidon Aircraft Delivery to Canada and...
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Airbus Orders Thales’ H145M Helicopter Simulators to Train NATO Pilots
Airbus has placed an order with Thales for eight Reality H Full Flight Simulators to train German Bundeswehr and NATO pilots on the Airbus multi-role H145M helicopters as part of the LKH (Leichter Kampfhubschrauber) program. The Reality H architecture is designed to the D standards from Aviation Authorities
Canada Procures Leonardo’s Falcon Shield Counter-Drone System
Leonardo has been awarded a contract by Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) to supply the Falcon Shield Counter-Uncrewed Aerial System (C-UAS) for use by the Canadian Armed Forces. The agreement includes the provision of multiple systems and a 10-year sustainment package, offering options for additional equipment and the ongoing development of new capabilities
Lockheed Martin, DSTA to Improve Singapore's F-16 Maintenance Through Data Analytics
Singapore's Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) and Lockheed Martin have partnered to enhance maintenance for the Republic of Singapore Air Force's (RSAF) F-16 fleet through advanced data analytics. “We will be able to analyze and implement solutions to improve maintenance of the Republic of Singapore Air Force F-16 fleet,” Steve Sheehy, VP for Sustainment Campaigns at Lockheed Martin
Israel's Rafael to Present Laser Weapons "Family" at Paris Air Show 2025
Thailand Considers Closing Border with Cambodia Following Troops Skirmish
NATO Raises Force Level Requirement for Denmark
U.S. Navy Receives 15 Units of Textron T-54A Pilot Training Aircraft
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...
