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In response to the recent military exercise conducted by the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA), Taiwans defense ministry has publicly disclosed footage captured by its F-16 aircraft equipped with Sniper Pods. The footage showcases an F-16 monitoring a J-16 fighter jet and an H-6 bomber as they entered Taiwans Air Defense Identification Zones (ADIZ)
The French Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) in April issued an order to MBDA for the acquisition of EXOCET 40 Block 3C (MM40 B3C) missiles. This procurement is intended to equip the French Navy's frigates as per the Military Programming Law (LP) 2024-2030
The Eastern Theater Command of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) of China has released a 3D animation depicting a missile strike on Taiwan, according to reports. The video, posted on the command's official Weibo account, features a mix of real footage and computer-generated imagery showing the launch of various missiles by PHL-03 multiple rocket launchers, DF-16 mobile short medium-range ballistic missile systems, H-6 strategic bombers, fighter jets, and Project 054A frigates
The Department of Defense (DoD) announced a new security assistance package valued at $275 million today to meet Ukraine's critical security and defense needs amid intensified Russian assaults near Kharkiv. “This PDA package, which is part of our efforts to help Ukraine repel Russia's assault near Kharkiv, has an estimated value of $275 million
Kalashnikov Concern has shipped a large batch of 9M333 anti-aircraft guided missiles for the Strela-10M3 anti-aircraft missile system as part of the 2024 state defense order. The 9M333 missile is designed to destroy low-flying targets under various jamming conditions, including remotely piloted aircraft and cruise missiles
Russias MC-21 aircraft executed an automatic landing in accordance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Category IIIA standards. The
Rheinmetall has finalized a contract with BAE Systems Bofors AB, a Swedish company, to supply 48 all-terrain HX Cab Chassis with protected cabins. These mobile 8x8 military vehicles, manufactured by Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles (RMMV), will be utilized as carriers for the Swedish Armed Forces' Archer artillery systems
The Pentagon today awarded a modification
ANCILLARY, DARPA's program for Advanced Aircraft Infrastructure-Less Launch And RecoverY, unveils six design concepts for a low-weight, large-payload, long-endurance VTOL uncrewed X-plane. The configurations and technology designs come from a wide array of performers, from small start-up to legacy aerospace companies, broadening the network of partners contributing to the program