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U.S. services prepare to receive F-35 jets without radars as AN/APG-85 development delays persist, report says
The U.S. military is preparing to accept F-35 fighter jets without onboard radars due to delays in the development of the next-generation AN/APG-85 system.
U.S. and Japan complete first SPY-7 radar tracking test for Aegis System Equipped Vessel programme
The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force have completed a key integration test for Japan’s Aegis System Equipped Vessel programme.
U.S. Army receives first autonomous-ready H-60Mx Black Hawk helicopter for testing under future aviation program
The U.S. Army has taken delivery of its first H-60Mx Black Hawk helicopter configured for autonomous operations, marking a significant step in future aviation capabilities.
Palladyne AI wins U.S. Navy contract to develop low-cost near-hypersonic air-launched missile system
Palladyne AI, through its subsidiary GuideTech, has been awarded a U.S. Navy contract to develop a low-cost, near-hypersonic air-launched missile.
Netherlands to join U.S. Collaborative Combat Aircraft programme to enhance future unmanned air capabilities and integration
The Dutch Ministry of Defence has announced plans to take the next step in joining a U.S.-led Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) programme focused on developing unmanned aerial systems.
Northrop Grumman Talon IQ demonstrates integration of Shield AI Hivemind in autonomous flight test mission
Northrop Grumman’s Talon IQ autonomous testbed has successfully completed its first partner mission using Shield AI’s Hivemind software, demonstrating rapid integration of third-party autonomy systems.
U.S. approves potential $8 billion sale of LTAMDS air defense radars to Kuwait to strengthen Patriot capabilities
The U.S. State Department has approved a potential foreign military sale to Kuwait involving LTAMDS air defense radar systems, with an estimated value of up to $8 billion.