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Zala Aero Group Unveils Latest Short-Range Loitering Munition
January 1, 2024 @ 09:35 AMRussian drone manufacturer Zala Aero Group, has introduced its latest development, the Product 55 loitering munition. This new addition to the ZALA lineup features a distinctive X-wing aerodynamic design derived from the Lancet family, equipped with four engines
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Japan Finalizes SH-60L Naval Helicopter Development for Maritime Self-Defense Force
December 29, 2023 @ 09:07 AMThe Japanese Ministry of Defense (MoD) officially announced the completion of the development of the new SH-60L naval combat helicopters, aimed to succeed the existing Mitsubishi/Sikorsky SH-60K fleet in service with Japan's Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF). Formerly identified as the XSH-60L during its prototype phase developed by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI), the SH-60L represents Japan's latest venture into anti-submarine warfare (ASW) helicopters
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UAC Initiates Development of New MiG-UTS Trainer Aircraft for Pilot Training
December 29, 2023 @ 06:46 AMIn a move aimed at addressing concerns over the suitability and operational costs of current pilot training aircraft, the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) has commenced the development of a new training complex featuring the single-engine MiG-UTS aircraft. The primary objective of this initiative is to enhance the efficiency of pilot training by introducing a cost-effective and easily maintainable single-engine version of the MiG-UTS aircraft
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Russia’s UAC to Produce 18 New Il-76MD-90A Aircraft Annually
December 29, 2023 @ 06:30 AMThe United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) has manufactured six Il-76MD-90A airlifters in the current year, with plans to significantly escalate annual production to 18 aircraft. UAC CEO Yury Slyusar emphasized the growing demand from the Defense Ministry for these strategic airlifters, citing the necessity for a substantial fleet in the upcoming years
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South Korea Inks Deal to Buy 20 Additional F-35A Fighters
December 28, 2023 @ 06:51 AMSouth Korea's Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) confirmed on Wednesday that it had signed a contract with the U.S
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Turkish Navy Conducts First Live-fire Tests of AKYA Heavyweight Torpedo
December 28, 2023 @ 05:54 AMThe Turkish Navy conducted its first live firing test of the domestically manufactured AKYA heavyweight torpedo, equipped with a live warhead. The test took place in the East Mediterranean on December 27
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Pakistan Test-Fires Fatah 2, a Long-Range Precision Strike Weapon
December 28, 2023 @ 04:40 AMPakistan has test-fired its new indigenous long-range precision strike weapon, the Fatah 2, with a range of around 400km. The test, carried out by the military's media branch, marks a substantial leap forward compared to its predecessor, the Fatah 1, which boasts a range of approximately 140km
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Sweden Lifts Unofficial Defense Products Embargo on Turkey
December 27, 2023 @ 12:58 PMSweden has unofficially lifted its defense products embargo on Turkey, marking the end of a strained period. The decision comes after the Turkish parliament's foreign affairs committee approved Sweden's bid to join NATO on Tuesday
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First Flight of Turkey's KAAN Fighter Jet Postponed Indefinitely
December 27, 2023 @ 11:54 AMThe National Combat Aircraft (MMU) KAAN, Turkey's flagship defense project led by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI), has experienced a delay in its highly anticipated first flight, originally scheduled for 27 December. Confirmation of the postponement follows a series of ground tests and taxi tests, with the maiden flight now expected to occur in the near future
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European Project on Low-noise Naval Propeller Development Finalised
December 27, 2023 @ 08:39 AMThe European Defence Agency (EDA) project, "Next Generation of Propellers" (NextProp), concluded with the successful development of models and tools for designing low-noise naval propellers. The final meeting of the EDA project occurred in Brussels this month
South Korea Bolsters Space Surveillance with Fourth Military Satellite Launch
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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...
