Bomber Barons conclude Red Flag 25-2, strengthening multinational combat readiness
Over the course of the two-week exercise, the Bomber Barons flew more than 30 simulated combat sorties, accumulating over 96 flight hours.
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Israel successfully advances Iron Dome capabilities with comprehensive interception tests [VIDEO]
The Israel Missile Defense Organization (IMDO), in collaboration with Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, has successfully completed a series of interception tests for the Iron Dome air defence system.
European Commission unveils White Paper and ReArm Europe Plan to strengthen defence capabilities
The European Commission has launched the White Paper for European Defence – Readiness 2030, alongside the ReArm Europe Plan, marking a decisive shift in the European Union’s approach to security and defence.
Saab and Swedish Air Force introduce “Loke” counter-drone system
The Swedish Air Force, in collaboration with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) and Saab, has successfully developed and tested the “Loke” counter-drone system in just 84 days.
Finland moves forward with F-35 engine assembly and maintenance facility in Linnavuori, Nokia
The construction of assembly and maintenance facilities for F-35 fighter jet engines in Linnavuori, Nokia, is progressing on schedule.
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France to expand Rafale fleet and nuclear forces in wider defence modernisation plan
President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to procure additional Rafale multirole fighter jets for the French Air and Space Force in the coming years.
Bomber Barons conclude Red Flag 25-2, strengthening multinational combat readiness
Over the course of the two-week exercise, the Bomber Barons flew more than 30 simulated combat sorties, accumulating over 96 flight hours.
NGAD platform to offer advanced range, lethality and adaptability, says Boeing
Boeing has been awarded a major contract by the United States Air Force to design, develop and deliver the military’s next-generation fighter aircraft.
Northrop Grumman: MESA is evolving combat identification in the battlespace
Northrop Grumman’s Multi-Role Electronically Scanned Array (MESA) — the multifunction surveillance sensor for the E-7 — provides operators 360-degree coverage of the battlespace.
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U.S. Army: 188th Infantry Brigade opens innovation lab to support drone training and development
The U.S. Army’s 188th Infantry Brigade has established a new Innovation Lab focused on the development and integration of drone technology into military training.
Czech tank troops conduct live-fire training with Leopard 2A4 tanks in Austria
Soldiers from the Czech Army’s 73rd Tank Battalion recently carried out their second live-fire training exercise with Leopard 2A4 main battle tanks.
Spain announces new army modernisation programmes alongside increased defence spending
The Spanish Army has announced seven new modernisation programmes as part of broader efforts to enhance its land warfare capabilities.
U.S. Army demonstrates extended-range capability of Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) in California test
The U.S. Army has conducted another successful flight test of its Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) Increment 1 on 19 March at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
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HMS Vanguard completes longest strategic deterrent patrol in Royal Navy history
The Royal Navy’s nuclear-powered submarine HMS Vanguard has returned to HM Naval Base Clyde after completing the longest patrol in the history of Britain’s strategic submarine fleet.
NATO Naval Task Group increases presence and patrols in the GIUK Gap
The GIUK gap is a gateway between northern European waters and the broad reaches of the Atlantic and beyond.
BAE Systems lays keel for HMS Dreadnought, marking key milestone in cuclear submarine programme
The keel for HMS Dreadnought, the first of the UK’s new class of nuclear-armed submarines, has been laid at BAE Systems’ Barrow-in-Furness shipyard.
U.S. Navy to integrate LRASM anti-ship missile with F-16C/D fighter jets
The U.S. Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) has announced plans to award a contract to Lockheed Martin for the integration of the AGM-158C Long Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) with the F-16C/D Fighting Falcon.
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BlueHalo achieves key milestone in space-based laser communication technology
BlueHalo’s system enables high-bandwidth, secure data transmission between satellites across multiple orbits—LEO, MEO, GEO and beyond—at faster rates and longer distances than current technologies.
Andøya Spaceport and Exolaunch form strategic partnership to boost small-satellite launch capabilities
Andøya Spaceport, located in northern Norway, has announced a strategic partnership with Exolaunch to enhance its launch integration capabilities.
General Atomics’ OTB satellite successfully completes five-year mission
General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) has announced the successful completion of its Orbital Test Bed (OTB) satellite’s scheduled five-year mission.
Xenics partners with DLR to provide advanced imaging for NASA’s VERITAS and ESA’s EnVision missions
Xenics, a subsidiary of Exosens and a global leader in advanced imaging technology, has announced its partnership with the German Aerospace Center (DLR) for NASA’s upcoming VERITAS mission.
