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Hensoldt and TYTAN Technologies agree strategic counter-UAS partnership to protect critical infrastructure
Hensoldt and TYTAN Technologies signed a Memorandum of Understanding on 26 January to cooperate on Counter-UAS systems and the protection of critical infrastructure.
Airbus reports strong helicopter orders in 2025 with growth across civil, military and uncrewed systems
Airbus reported a strong performance for its helicopter business in 2025, with Airbus Helicopters logging 544 gross orders and 536 net orders during the year.
Ukraine’s foreign intelligence says Russia has only a few Oreshnik missiles and plans limited serial production
Ukraine’s Foreign Intelligence Service has assessed that Russia has no more than three to four Oreshnik medium-range ballistic missiles following its most recent attack.
Allied air forces demonstrate sustained NATO air policing across eastern flank and High North
In 2025, NATO air forces continued to reinforce the Alliance’s air policing posture along the eastern flank, demonstrating collective resolve to protect Allied airspace around the clock.
Italy begins delivery and acceptance of SAMP/T NG and GRIFO air defence systems for army modernisation
Italy’s Ministry of Defence has announced the start of the delivery and acceptance process for the SAMP/T NG and GRIFO air defence systems.
U.S. Army activates Foxtrot Company to expand unmanned aviation capabilities within 1st Infantry Division
U.S. Army activated Foxtrot Company, 1st Attack Battalion, 1st Combat Aviation Brigade, during a ceremony held January 23, 2026, attended by Soldiers and families from the 1st Infantry Division Combat Aviation Brigade.
U.S. Air Force to implement Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0 as new wing-level deployment construct by fiscal year 2027
U.S. Air Force announced it will begin introducing Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0 this year as an updated version of its legacy deployment construct.