U.S. Army’s HADES prototype completes first flight in aerial intelligence modernization program
The U.S. Army’s HADES Prototype 1 aircraft completed its first flight on September 11, moving the program toward mission system integration and developmental flight testing.
Boeing signs contract worth up to $32 million to support Heavy Airlift Wing’s C-17 Globemaster III fleet
Boeing has signed a contract worth up to US$32 million to support the Heavy Airlift Wing’s three C-17 Globemaster III transport aircraft and maintain its training simulators.
Germany weighs GCAP entry after FCAS collapse as Airbus and BAE Systems prepare for talks
Airbus is to open talks with BAE Systems on joining the Global Combat Air Programme after the collapse of FCAS, while Poland has reportedly received informal approval to join GCAP as an observer.
Boeing signs framework agreement worth up to $500 million for Apache attack helicopter support
Boeing has signed a multiyear framework agreement with the U.S. Department of War for AH-64 Apache technical and engineering support, with a ceiling of $500 million.
Boeing CEO says F-47 and F/A-XX awards lift defense growth and investment outlook
Boeing expects stronger growth in its defense business following its selection for the U.S. Air Force’s F-47 and the U.S. Navy’s F/A-XX fighter programs, Chief Executive Kelly Ortberg said.
Rolls-Royce says £2.5 billion technology programme would advance next-generation aircraft engines
Rolls-Royce and the UK government have announced plans for a £2.5 billion technology programme to help secure a UK engine position on the next generation of narrowbody aircraft.
BAE Systems and Bombardier agree to explore next-generation combat air development in Canada
BAE Systems and Bombardier have signed an agreement to explore developing next-generation combat air capabilities in Canada.
U.S. Air Force plans $1 billion campus at Nellis to test F-47 sixth-generation fighter
The U.S. Air Force plans a $1.057 billion campus at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada to test the Boeing F-47 fighter, Air & Space Forces Magazine reported.
Poland’s F-35A fleet at home reaches 10, with more deliveries expected by year-end
Poland has received another Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II, bringing the number of its fighters stationed in the country to 10.
Lockheed Martin CEO says F-22 upgrades will deliver ‘fifth generation plus’ capability
Lockheed Martin is working with the U.S. military to upgrade the F-22’s sensors and communications, Chief Executive Jim Taiclet said.
Saab says Gripen E offer would give Canada domestic fighter production and long-term support
The Swedish company has named IMP, CAE and Magellan Aerospace as its principal partners for manufacturing, training and long-term support.
U.S. Air Force says AGM-183A ARRW standoff hypersonic missile moves into production
The U.S. Air Force has awarded Lockheed Martin $694 million to produce and field the AGM-183A Air-Launched Rapid Response Weapon, formally moving the hypersonic missile beyond prototyping and flight testing.