China Grants First-Ever Certification for Autonomous Passenger Drones
China has approved the commercial operation of autonomous passenger drones for the first time, with the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) issuing Operator Certificates (OC) to two companies—EHang Holdings and Heyi Aviation. The certification allows them to conduct passenger flights using pilotless aerial vehicles within approved airspace
Indian Army, DRDO Develop FPV Kamikaze Drone
The Indian Armys Fleur-De-Lis Brigade has tested an indigenously developed First-Person View (FPV) kamikaze drone equipped with an impact-based anti-tank munition. Developed in collaboration with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the drone is designed to enhance tactical engagements through precision drone warfare
Raytheon Tests New All-in-One Coyote Drone from a Helicopter
Raytheon tested a new variant of its Coyote unmanned aerial system from a helicopter at Nine Mile Training Center, demonstrating a new capability for detecting, identifying, locating, and neutralizing threats on the battlefield. The Coyote LE SR, part of Raytheons launched effects family, can be deployed from air, ground, or sea...
French DGA Simulates First-ever Drone-Helicopter Teaming
The French Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) has conducted its first-ever simulation tests to explore the interoperability between helicopters and drones in combat missions. The
North Korea Reveals Airborne Early Warning Aircraft and AI-Powered Suicide Drones
North Korea revealed its first airborne early warning and control aircraft and reported that leader Kim Jong-un supervised tests of AI-powered "suicide attack drones" earlier this week. The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) released photos of the aircraft and stated that Kim oversaw tests of the drones and a reconnaissance drone on Tuesday and Wednesday
Argentina Eyes Italian Falco, Israeli Heron UAVs
Argentina is reportedly evaluating medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) from Italy and Israel. Defense ministry officials are expected to inspect the Falco Xplorer and Falco Evo in Italy, as well as the IAI Heron in Israel, according to
Netherlands Upgrades Puma AE Drones With VTOL Capability, Extended Endurance
The Netherlands is upgrading its fleet of Puma AE unmanned aerial systems (UAS) through a contract with U.S
South Korean Surion Helicopter Destroyed After Collision with Israeli Heron Drone during...
A South Korean Army KUH-1 Surion helicopter was destroyed by fire after an Israeli-made Heron drone collided with it during landing at an airfield in Yangju, Gyeonggi Province, on March 17,
China’s New Tonne-class Cargo Drone Completes Maiden Flight
Chinas TP1000 unmanned cargo aircraft has completed its maiden flight in Shandong Province, marking progress in the countrys low-altitude logistics sector. Developed by Yi-Tong UAV System Co
Ukrainian Firm Produces Fully Indigenous FPV Drones at ‘Chinese Price’
The first thousand completely indigenous Ukrainian FPV drones were produced by the Vyriy company substituting foreign components at ‘Chinese price and delivered to the armed forces. The batch of one thousand thermal imaging 8-inch drones, custom-made by DSSZZI, was assembled using exclusively Ukrainian components, including the camera and other electronics
Portuguese Air Force Joins KC-390 Surveillance Upgrade Studies with Embraer, Brazil
Sweden Acquires Four C-390 Millennium Aircraft from Embraer
HENSOLDT Expands Partnership with Czech Armed Forces on Artillery Command System
Norway Completes F-35 Procurement with Final Deliveries from Lockheed Martin
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...
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...