China Deploys Anti-Stealth Radars to Track U.S. F-35C Jets in South China...
China has anti-stealth radars to track F-35C aircraft deployed on the USS Carl Vinson aircraft carrier currently in the South China Sea. "China has already developed a number of anti-stealth radar systems, so the F-35C can be detected
Russia Relocates Su-30SM Fighter Jets to Belarus amidst Increasing NATO Activity
Russia has transferred at least three Su-30SM fighter jets to Baranovichi airfield amidst increased air patrolling by NATO along the borders of Belarus. Already strained relations between Belarus and the West nosedived following the forced landing of a Ryanair commercial aircraft on May 23 to arrest dissident blogger Roman Protasevich and...
Russia to Modernize MiG-31 Fighters
The Russian Ministry of Defense has asked MiG Corporation to upgrade their fleet of MiG-31 fighter aircraft. Two contracts pertaining to the same were signed on August 24 during the ARMY-2021 Forum
Russian MiG-35, Indian LCA, Pak JF-17 in Malaysian Fighter Procurement Bid
Russia will pitch its MiG-35 jet for Malaysia's light fighter aircraft procurement program, a field that could potentially include the Indian LCA Mk1A, Pakistani-Chinese JF-17, Dassault Rafale, Boeing F/A-18 and the F-16 Block 70/72. The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) sent out a Request for Proposal (RFP) earlier this year to...
U.S.A.F. Patents 3D-Printed Conformal Control Surfaces for Aircraft
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Turkey 'Open' to Foreign Cooperation on 5th Gen Fighter Jet
Turkey is 'open' to cooperation with a foreign partner on developing its 5th generation fighter jet provided the foreign entity meets its terms. While speaking on Turkish broadcaster TRT Haber, Ismail Demir, head of Presidency of Defense Industries (SSB), said that the “door is open for friendly and allied countries who want to be part of this project” that involves building the stealthy TF-X National Combat Aircraft (MMU)
Russia to self-finance ‘Checkmate’ Jet Development: Industry Minister
Russia will finance the development of its newest Russian fighter aircraft, ‘Checkmate on its own without foreign investments. “We have a budget for this completely laid out
France, Germany, Spain Sign FCAS Implementation Agreement: First Flight in 2027
The defense minister of France, Germany and Spain signed an implementation agreement of the NGWS / FCAS (Next Generation Weapon System within a Future Combat Air System) program, regulating the latter's activities over the period 2021 and 2027. The signing of this agreement confirms the commitment of Germany, Spain and France to the development of a new generation combat aviation capable of facing future threats and challenges along with maintaining a dynamic European defense industrial and technological base
GE Wins $1.65B Contract for Repair, Replacement of U.S. Navy’s F/A-18 Engine...
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IAI to Resume F-16 Wings Production Following Rising Demand for the Lockheed...
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) will resume the production of F-16 wings for Lockheed Martin, using the assembly line established in the 1980s, following rising demand for the jets. IAI recently reopened the production line following increased worldwide demand for the F-16 Block 70/72
Nigerian Air Force Inducts A-29 Super Tucano Aircraft
The Nigerian Air Force inducted A-29 Super Tucano aircraft it signed a contract for four years ago, on August 31. The induction ceremony was hosted by Nigerian Minister of Defence Bashir Salihi Magashi and the Nigerian Air Force
Russia in Talks with Turkey on Supporting TF-X Fighter Jet Project
Russia is holding consultation with Turkey to provide technology and expertise for Ankaras ambitious TF-X fighter jet project. "At this stage, consultations are underway with the Turkish side at the level of specialized groups on the issues of interaction in creating the Turkish national fighter," Director of Russias Federal Service for Military-Technical Cooperation, Dmitry Shugayev told a media briefing on Wednesday at the ARMY-2021 forum near Moscow
Poland Purchases FlyEye Recon UAVs, Plans $1.7B Order for K9 Howitzer Support...
U.S. Navy, DARPA Develop Robotic System for Satellite Servicing
BAE Systems Begins Construction of New M777 Howitzer Production Facility
Latvia to Receive Additional Patria 6x6 Armored Command and Control Vehicles
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...