Russia is expected to deploy several air defense systems, including S-300 and S-400 systems, in Kyrgyzstan following the recent approval by the Kyrgyzstan's parliament of an agreement with Russia to establish a joint air defense system network. This collaborative initiative is set to bolster both nations' capabilities in safeguarding their airspace
Ukrainian armed forces are set to deploy more advanced Switchblade 600 kamikaze drones. These unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) enable the targeting and elimination of high-value assets situated behind the front lines
The Netherlands plans to deploy three MQ-9 drones in Romania next year, as confirmed by Netherlands Minister of Defence Kajsa Ollongren today. These unarmed aircraft will be utilized for intelligence gathering along NATO's eastern border, marking the first time the Netherlands deploys such reconnaissance drones beyond its borders
Finland has raised suspicions that Russia may be involved in the recent rupture of the Balticconnector gas pipeline between Finland and Estonia. While definitive evidence is still being sought, Finnish experts suggest that Moscow could have multiple motives for the alleged sabotage
Airbus Helicopters' demonstrator FlightLab has tested an electric flight control system in preparation of a new human machine interface (HMI) that will equip CityAirbus NextGen, Airbus eVTOL prototype. The pilot controls have been considerably simplified thanks to the enhanced piloting assistance provided by the electric flight control system
A rising concern for the Office of Special Investigations (OSI) is the surge in laser pointer incidents jeopardizing Air Force aircraft, particularly during nighttime operations. Laser pointers, typically associated with classroom presentations or pet entertainment, are increasingly disrupting flight operations and posing serious challenges to pilots
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has advanced its Aerial Recovery System for Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems/Air-Launched Effects (SUAS/ALE)
The White House is reportedly contemplating a unique strategy to secure funding for both Ukraine and Israel in the face of increasing opposition from Republican lawmakers. According to sources cited by
Israel has reportedly deployed bunker buster munitions to strike at Hamas-controlled tunnels in Gaza, which serve as a lifeline for the besieged region. Unconfirmed reports suggest that the Israeli military has launched a campaign to target these tunnels in northwestern Gaza, employing powerful bunker buster bombs to hit underground Hamas positions
Russia's United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) recently delivered a new batch of Su-34 fighter-bombers to the Russian Air Force. This was confirmed by UAC's press service on social media