Aselsan launches advanced electronic warfare and counter-drone systems to reinforce Türkiye’s Steel Dome defence network
Aselsan has introduced a new range of electronic warfare and counter-unmanned aerial vehicle systems during SAHA 2026 in Istanbul.
U.S. approves potential $373.6 million sale of JDAM-ER precision-guided munition kits to Ukraine
he U.S. Department of State has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to Ukraine involving Joint Direct Attack Munition-Extended Range kits and related equipment valued at an estimated $373.6 million.
U.S. Air Force deploys F-22 Raptor fighters to Kadena Air Base to reinforce Indo-Pacific airpower presence
U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptors assigned to the 90th Fighter Squadron at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska and the 27th Fighter Squadron at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Virginia have arrived at Kadena Air Base in Japan.
Turkey unveils Yıldırımhan long-range ballistic missile model at SAHA 2026 defence exhibition
A model of the Yıldırımhan ballistic missile was presented during the SAHA 2026 defence industry exhibition held in Istanbul from May 5 to 9.
U.S. Air Force F-47 budget signals peak R&D spending by 2028 as program moves toward next development phase
The U.S. Air Force is expected to increase research and development spending on its sixth-generation F-47 fighter through 2028 before reducing funding in subsequent years.
U.S. Air Force approves T-7A Red Hawk for production, awards $219 million contract for first 14 aircraft
The U.S. Air Force has approved the T-7A Red Hawk for production following a Milestone C decision on April 23.
UAE: air defence systems intercept 12 ballistic missiles, 3 cruise missiles and 4 drones launched from Iran
The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence reported that its air defence systems intercepted multiple aerial threats launched from Iran on May 4, 2026.
Northrop Grumman wins U.S. Army contract to advance ITDS threat detection system with ATHENA sensor capability
Northrop Grumman has secured a U.S. Army contract for the second phase of development of its Improved Threat Detection System (ITDS).
U.S. Air Force advances B-52J upgrade as engine replacement program completes Critical Design Review milestone
The U.S. Air Force has completed the Critical Design Review for the B-52 Commercial Engine Replacement Program, marking a key step toward the B-52J upgrade.
U.S. approves potential $2.5 billion sale of IBCS air and missile defense command system to Kuwait
The U.S. Department of State has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale request from Kuwait for the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS).
CH-53K King Stallion successfully lifts another helicopter in test to advance recovery and heavy lift capabilities
The Naval Air Systems Command has reported a major milestone in the CH-53K King Stallion program, with one aircraft successfully lifting another during testing.
Do228 NXT demonstrator completes first flight, marking new phase for German multi-role aircraft programme
General Atomics AeroTec Systems has completed the first flight of its Do228 NXT demonstrator aircraft, marking a key milestone in the programme.