Saab’s Gripen F completes first flight, opening test phase for Brazil’s two-seat fighter and joint technology-transfer programme
Saab has completed the first flight of Gripen F, moving the two-seat version of Gripen E into airborne testing after its joint development with Brazilian industry.
BAE Systems says Brontanax uncrewed aircraft will add electronic warfare, precision strike and combat mass to UK Typhoon operations
BAE Systems said its Brontanax uncrewed Collaborative Combat Aircraft will operate alongside the Eurofighter Typhoon to extend the reach of British combat air operations.
Raytheon, Boeing receive up to $766 million for B-52 radar and weapon systems upgrades to keep bomber flying into the 2050s
The U.S. Air Force awarded Raytheon and Boeing contracts worth up to $765.97 million for B-52 radar and weapon systems upgrades.
U.S. Air Force adds third T-7A Red Hawk to Texas base, expanding next-generation pilot training ahead of T-38C replacement
The U.S. Air Force received a third T-7A Red Hawk at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, on Aug. 25, expanding the fleet supporting integration of its next-generation jet trainer.
Lockheed Martin says Peru F-16 Block 70 proposal includes $1.8 billion industrial package, local drone assembly and training
Lockheed Martin is offering Peru an industrial and social collaboration package valued at $1.8 billion alongside its F-16 Block 70 proposal.
ITPS Canada receives NATO Flight Training Europe accreditation for flight-test and advanced tactical aviation training in Canada
ITPS Canada has secured NATO Flight Training Europe accreditation after a review of its training operations, facilities and operating environment.
Britain authorises MBDA to share classified Storm Shadow data, opening path to Ukrainian missile production during war with Russia
Britain has authorised MBDA to release classified information on British components of the Storm Shadow cruise missile.
U.S. special operations wing tests powered-glider resupply in Iceland to extend NATO’s logistical reach across the High North
The U.S. Air Force’s 352d Special Operations Wing is testing powered-glider resupply in Iceland to sustain troops operating far beyond friendly supply lines.
U.S. signs agreement worth more than $131 billion with Boeing for F-15 production, upgrades and global fleet support services
The U.S. Department of War has signed a multiyear framework agreement with Boeing valued at up to $131.2 billion for F-15 production and fleet support.
Britain plans to bring F-35A Lightning II fighters into RAF service in the early 2030s for NATO’s aircraft-based nuclear mission
Britain expects its first F-35A fighters to enter service in the early 2030s, bringing the Royal Air Force into NATO’s Dual Capable Aircraft mission and expanding the strategic role of the country’s Lightning Force.
Collins Aerospace completes EPACS altitude tests for future F-35 upgrades, validating higher cooling capacity and emergency power
Collins Aerospace has completed altitude testing of EPACS, its next-generation power and thermal management system.
Kratos to provide Spartan J85 engines for Boeing’s JDAM LR, a precision-guided munition with a range of more than 300 nautical miles
Production will take place at Kratos’ 22,500-square-foot propulsion manufacturing facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan.