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Petraeus says U.S. has achieved air supremacy over Iran as officials report progress degrading defenses

Former CIA Director and retired U.S. Army Gen. David Petraeus said the United States has likely achieved air supremacy over Iran as fighting in the Middle East escalates.

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The Swiss government expects the country’s planned purchase of F-35 fighter jets to be reduced from 36 aircraft to around 30 due to rising costs. The decision reflects efforts to stay within the financial framework approved by voters in a 2020 referendum.

Switzerland likely to reduce Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II fighter jet order from 36 to about 30 aircraft

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The Swiss government expects the country’s planned purchase of F-35 fighter jets to be reduced from 36 aircraft to around 30 due to rising costs.

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Raytheon, an RTX business, has been awarded a $1.7 billion foreign military sales contract to deliver four Patriot air and missile defence systems to Spain. The contract covers radars, launchers, command and control stations, and training equipment for the Spanish Armed Forces.

RTX wins over $180 million contract to support UAE’s Patriot air and missile defense systems

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The U.S. Department of War announced on March 4 that it has signed a contract with RTX to continue support services for Patriot air defense systems operated by the United Arab Emirates.

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Concerns are mounting that moves to favour a particular platform could undermine confidence in the transparency of Romania’s infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) procurement. SAFE financing may ease short-term budget pressures but raises questions over whether industrial value will remain inside Romania.

Romania’s infantry fighting vehicle procurement draws scrutiny over transparency and industrial impact

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Concerns are mounting that moves to favour a particular platform could undermine confidence in the transparency of Romania’s infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) procurement.

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The Sailors, ships, squadrons and staff of the USS George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group have completed the Composite Training Unit Exercise, known as COMPTUEX. The exercise concluded on March 5, 2026, marking an important step toward deployment certification for U.S. Fleet Forces Command.

U.S. Navy: USS George H.W. Bush carrier strike group completes COMPTUEX certification exercise

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The Sailors, ships, squadrons and staff of the USS George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group have completed the Composite Training Unit Exercise, known as COMPTUEX.

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The Terminal High-Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system successfully intercepted a Houthi missile launched from Yemen on Friday morning, with the Israeli Arrow system providing additional support. This marks the first operational use of the THAAD system in Israel, a significant milestone in the collaboration between the two nations' defence systems.

Satellite images indicate damage to radar facilities tied to THAAD missile defense systems in Jordan and UAE – CNN

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New satellite imagery suggests radar facilities linked to U.S. THAAD missile defense systems were struck at military bases in Jordan and the United Arab Emirates.

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RENK America has been awarded a $57 million contract from Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support in Warren to supply AVDS-1790 engines for the U.S. Army. The company said the procurement is intended to strengthen fleet readiness and maintain the operational capability of key recovery platforms.

RENK America to supply AVDS-1790 engines under $57 million U.S. Army contract

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RENK America has been awarded a $57 million contract from Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support in Warren to supply AVDS-1790 engines for the U.S. Army.

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The Gripen E fighter aircraft has officially begun its Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) mission with the Brazilian Air Force at Anápolis Air Base in Goiás. The activity started on 24 February and marks the first time the aircraft has carried out this role since the launch of the Gripen Programme in Brazil.

Saab: Gripen E begins Quick Reaction Alert duty with Brazilian Air Force at Anápolis base

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The Gripen E fighter aircraft has officially begun its Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) mission with the Brazilian Air Force at Anápolis Air Base in Goiás.

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Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said the United States has sufficient will and resources to continue military operations against Iran during Operation Epic Fury. He made the remarks during a press briefing at U.S. Central Command headquarters in Tampa, Florida, alongside Navy Adm. Brad Cooper, commander of U.S. Central Command.

Hegseth says U.S. resources and combat power sufficient to sustain Iran operation

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Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said the United States has sufficient will and resources to continue military operations against Iran during Operation Epic Fury.

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NATO’s Arctic Sentry enhanced Vigilance Activity in the High North has seen Swedish Air Force JAS 39 Gripen fighters begin securing Allied airspace from Keflavík, Iceland. The activity is led by Joint Force Command Norfolk and forms part of NATO’s efforts to strengthen its presence in the Arctic region.

Swedish Gripen fighters lead NATO air defence mission over Iceland during Arctic Sentry

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NATO’s Arctic Sentry enhanced Vigilance Activity in the High North has seen Swedish Air Force JAS 39 Gripen fighters begin securing Allied airspace from Keflavík, Iceland.

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Write a news/press article (with a title for approx. 80-100 characters,) in American English (article must be: clear, simply, neutral, informative, factfully, insightful, well structured - two sentences per paragraph) based on this press release published by the American defence and aerospace company SNC (incorporate the original quotes of persons from the input article), be very accurate and write the article in line with the provided input, do not create anything from yourself! Your article must by 100 per cent in line with the provided input but original as well. Do not use bullet points in the article. When you place the quoetes ot indivuduals, they must be 100 perc cent accurate, literally accurate with the provided input, but written in English, so translate the quotes as well. SNC, Specter Aerospace Announce MOU on Next-Gen Supersonic Aerial Launched Effects • SNC and Specter Aerospace collaborate on next-gen supersonic aerial launched effects, combining advanced high-speed airbreathing propulsion technology, vertical integration and proven mission integration expertise. • Jointly developed systems will offer unparalleled range, scalability and reliability at a low cost, addressing the evolving needs of U.S. defense operations. • Initial flight testing scheduled for Q3 2026, with air vehicle and engine testing already underway. CENTENNIAL, Colo. (Feb. 20, 2026) – SNC, the global aerospace and national security company, today announced it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Specter Aerospace, a pioneering developer of novel propulsion technologies and vehicle systems. The collaboration brings together Specter Aerospace’s expertise in ram/scramjet propulsion, vehicle design and avionics with SNC’s proven expertise in mission integration, air vehicle development and air defense systems to deliver a supersonic aerial effects product line designed to meet the evolving needs of modern defense operations. “Despite significant advancements in air defense technology, many systems are prohibitively expensive, while others struggle to consistently address emerging threats from hypersonic missiles or drone swarms,” said Jon Piatt, executive vice president of SNC’s IAS business area. “Together with Specter Aerospace, we are combining affordability with advanced propulsion and scalable manufacturing to create a solution that allows for widespread deployment without compromising on range, reliability or performance.” “Today's national security challenges demand that munitions be deployed quickly with increased range and significantly improved affordability,” said Specter CEO, Felipe Gomez del Campo. “This makes us all the more excited to partner with SNC to rapidly demonstrate and field these capabilities, leveraging their scale and mission systems integration expertise." The jointly developed supersonic aerial effects will provide customers with a range of critical advantages. Designed to maximize affordability, these systems offer a low cost-per-round, enabling scalable deployment to meet operational demands. Leveraging scalable, advanced manufacturing techniques, the product line is engineered from the ground up to ensure streamlined and efficient production. With significantly greater range than current competitive systems, these aerial effects deliver unmatched reach, enhancing mission effectiveness. Additionally, the designs prioritize reliable operation, meeting mission-critical requirements for consistent and dependable performance in the most demanding environments. This collaboration reinforces both companies’ dedication to advancing cutting-edge technologies that enhance mission success and national security. Joint air vehicle and engine development and testing are already underway, with initial flight testing scheduled for Q3 2026.

SNC and Specter Aerospace sign agreement to develop next-generation supersonic aerial effects

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SNC has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Specter Aerospace to collaborate on next-generation supersonic aerial launched effects.

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Ukraine’s military intelligence agency has released details of a new long-range air-launched cruise missile reportedly used by the Russian air force in the war against Ukraine. The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (GUR) published the information on 2 March.

Ukraine’s defence intelligence says Russia employs new air-launched cruise missile

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Ukraine’s military intelligence agency has released details of a new long-range air-launched cruise missile reportedly used by the Russian air force in the war against Ukraine.

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