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U.S. Air Force 52nd Fighter Wing upgrades F-16 Fighting Falcon communication systems to reduce pilot workload
The U.S. Air Force 52nd Fighter Wing is implementing a new communication suite upgrade for the F-16 Fighting Falcon.

BAE Systems tests low-cost APKWS weapon on Eurofighter Typhoon to enhance counter-UAS capability and operational flexibility
BAE Systems has successfully conducted a test firing of a low-cost precision weapon from a Eurofighter Typhoon.

Textron Aviation wins first military order for cessna SkyCourier as Belgium selects aircraft for special operations
Textron Aviation announced that Belgium has placed the first military order for the Cessna SkyCourier, selecting five aircraft to support its Special Operations Forces.

Hermeus raises $350 million, reaches $1 billion valuation to accelerate development of high-speed military aircraft
Hermeus announced it has secured $350 million in Series C financing, reaching a $1 billion valuation as it advances development of high-speed unmanned aircraft.
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B-2 Spirit stealth bombers fly 36-hour mission to strike underground IRGC command site in Iran [VIDEO]
B-2 Spirit stealth bombers conducted a 36-hour nonstop mission to strike an underground site in Iran, according to a U.S. official cited by Military Times.

Sensofusion acquires Atol Aviation to expand airborne counter-drone capabilities and launch Sensofusion Aviation division
Sensofusion has acquired Atol Aviation, expanding its capabilities in airborne counter-drone operations.

Canada seeks observer role in GCAP fighter program as Ottawa explores future air combat capabilities and partnerships
Canada is seeking observer status in the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), according to reports following a March 6 meeting in Tokyo between Shinjiro Koizumi and David McGuinty.



