Russia Set to Receive First Serially-Produced Su-57
The Russian Ministry of Defense will receive the first serially-produced Su-57 stealth jet by year-end. “In the near future, literally before the end of the year, we should deliver a serial-produced aircraft with the first-stage engine
Russia’s Rostec Developing Single-engine Manned-Unmanned 5-Gen Fighter Jet
Rostec, Russias umbrella organization for several aerospace and defence enterprises today announced the development of a concept single-engine fifth generation fighter jet in manned and unmanned versions. "Indeed, the creation of a combat aviation system of the future in the light and middle class is being worked out
France to Launch Future Combat Air System demonstrator in 2021
France will launch the Future Combat Air System (SCAF) demonstrator next year as part of the enhancement of the armed forces' operational capabilities. Florence Parly, Minister of the Armed Forces, made the announcement as part of the discussion of the
Pilots Must Train in Skies to Avoid Mishaps: US Report
A major chunk of military aircraft accidents between FY 2013-2018 took place due to human error, which in turn can be attributed to low flight hours. In a report published on December 3, the
Indonesia, France Close to Agreement on 48 Rafale jet Deal: Reports
Indonesia is close to an agreement to purchase 48 Rafale jets as part of a comprehensive defence cooperation deal with France. Negotiations between France and Indonesia are progressing very well on the sale of 48 Rafale to the Indonesian Air Force, French publication; La Tribune reported quoting its sources
Sukhoi Delivers last of 100 Su-34 Aircraft Order to Russian MoD
The Sukhoi company has completed the implementation of a long-term contract for the supply of a batch of Su-34 fighter-bombers to the Russian Ministry of Defense. The Su-34 bomber also called “Duckling” due to its unique fuselage and canopy design, is characterized by side-by-side pilot seating, like in a commercial aircraft
Sukhoi Company Delivers Su-35S Jets to Train Russian Pilots
Sukhoi has delivered a batch of its new Su-35S fighter jets that will be used for training of Russian pilots. “A batch of the latest Su-35S multipurpose fighters entered the Russian Ministry of Defenses state center for training aviation personnel and military tests,” the ministry
Brazil Receives First Modernized Embraer E-99 AEW&C Aircraft
Embraer delivered the first modernized EMB 145 AEW&C (Airborne Early Warning and Control), designated E-99, to the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) on Friday. The jet was handed over at a ceremony held at the Embraer facility in Gavião Peixoto (São Paulo, Brazil)
Su-35 Jets Delivery to Russian AF Completed, Upgraded Version on Anvil
The last three Su-35S fighter jets were delivered to the Russian Aerospace Forces (RuAF) recently as part of a five-year contract for 50 such aircraft, the Russian Ministry of Defence announced today. "Specialists of the 485th military office of the Russian Defense Ministry accepted three Su-35S multirole fighter jets of the 4++ generation
USAF B-1B Carrying Bomb Externally Could be Prelude to Hypersonic Missile Test...
A B-1B Lancer recently flew over the skies of Edwards Air Force Base in California carrying an inert AGM-158 JASSM missile under an external pylon for the first time. The development may hint at progress made by the U
German Consortium, Indra & Thales Sign Contract to Develop Sensor Suite for...
German Consortium *FCMS, Spanish Indra and French Thales will develop an innovative suite of sensors that will equip the Future European Combat Air System (FCAS), the pan-European next generation fighter jet, drone and weapons system. The French Armament General Directorate (DGA) on behalf of Germany, Spain and France signed the contract today with Indra which is leader of the industrial consortium in order to incorporate the Sensors as part of the Phase 1 contractual framework
DARPA-backed Startup Speeds Up Production for Radar, Electronic Warfare Amplifiers
Poland to Deploy 96 'Tarantula' Robots in New Unmanned Troop Units
U.K. Orders 1,500 Sig Sauer MCX Rifles for Royal Marines
Indonesia Eyeing Italy's Retired "Garibaldi" Aircraft Carrier, Harrier Jets
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