U.S. Sources Twin Otter 300-G Aircraft from Canada’s De Havilland
De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Ltd., Mississauga, Ontario, was awarded a $10,128,817 firm-fixed-price contract for a DHC-6 Twin Otter Classic 300-G cargo aircraft
Saab GlobalEye Vs. Boeing E-7 In Canada's AWACS Procurement Plan
Saab has pitched its GlobalEye aircraft to Canada, competing to supply the country's first Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) capability. The GlobalEye will directly compete with Boeings E-7 Wedgetail, a platform already selected by the United States, NATO, and other key allies
Korean P-3CK Maritime Patrol Aircraft Crashes; 2 Crew Dead, 2 Missing
A South Korean Navys P-3CK maritime patrol aircraft crashed into a mountain near a naval base in Pohang, North Gyeongsang Province, on Thursday killing Two of the four crew members while two others are missing. The Korean Navy confirmed that the bodies of two of the four crew members were...
China's AG600 Amphibious Aircraft Passes Crosswind Flight Tests
China's AG600 large amphibious aircraft has completed all compliance flight tests for ground takeoff and landing in crosswind conditions, according to a statement from the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC).
U.S. Declines Taiwan’s Request for MH-60R Helicopters, E-2D Radar Aircraft...
The United States has reportedly refused to supply Taiwan with MH-60R anti-submarine helicopters and E-2D Advanced Hawkeye early warning aircraft. During a recent visit to Washington, Taiwan's Vice Minister of Defense Bai Honghui presented a list of priority weapons to American officials, emphasizing the need for upgraded systems amid growing pressure...
Saudi Arabia to Buy 10 A330neo Planes, Supply $666M worth Titanium to...
Airbus has signed a major two-way agreement with Saudi Arabia that includes the sale of 10 A330neo long-haul aircraft to the kingdoms national carrier, Saudia, and the purchase of Saudi titanium worth approximately $666 million. Finalized on Wednesday, the deal includes an option for Saudia to acquire 10 additional aircraft
China’s AG600 Amphibious Aircraft Receives Type Certificate in Beijing
Chinas domestically developed AG600 amphibious aircraft has officially received its
Sweden to Sell 12 Gripen Jets to Peru, 4 GlobalEye AEWCS to
Sweden is preparing to authorize the sale of 12 JAS-39 Gripen E/F fighter jets to Peru and four GlobalEye airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft to Denmark, according to the latest defense budget proposal submitted to the Swedish Parliament. While no contracts have been finalized, parliamentary approval would pave the way for formal intergovernmental agreements and subsequent negotiations with the two countries
French A400M Clears New Role with Air-Drop Test of Commando Boat System...
The French Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) has completed a fast-tracked test campaign enabling the Ecume commando boat to be airdropped from an A400M military transport aircraft. The
First Missionized Skyraider II Aircraft Delivered to U.S. Special Ops Command
The U.S
Russian TU-22M3 Bomber Crashes Near the Russian Far East, One Pilot Killed...
A Russian Tu-22M3 long-range bomber crashed in the far east region of Irkutsk due to a technical malfunction, one pilot was killed, the Russian Defense Ministry reported on Wednesday. "On April 2, 2025, a Tu-22M3 aircraft crashed while performing a scheduled flight in the Irkutsk region," the ministry said
Portuguese Air Force Joins KC-390 Surveillance Upgrade Studies with Embraer, Brazil
The Portuguese Air Force (PRT AF) has announced its participation in joint studies with Embraer and the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) to explore modifications for the KC-390 Millennium tactical airlifter to support Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions. The
Pentagon Seeks $961.6B in FY26 Budget for Golden Dome, Sixth-Gen Jet, Shipbuilding
Ukrainian Civilians Allowed to Shoot Down Russian Drones
South Korean KF-16 Fleet Grounded After Jet Skids Off Runway During Alaska...
Chinese J-15 Fighter Has Close Call with Japanese Patrol Plane Monitoring PLA-N...
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...
