U.S. Air Force rapidly launches multiple B-2 Spirit stealth bombers in Spirit Vigilance 2026 global strike readiness drill
The U.S. Air Force tested the 509th Bomb Wing’s ability to generate B-2 Spirit stealth bombers rapidly during Spirit Vigilance 2026 in August.
Israel expands F-35I modernization agenda with SPICE 1000B, extended-range fuel tanks and electronic-warfare pod integration
Israel is advancing three country-specific upgrades for its F-35I fleet, including integration of the SPICE 1000B precision-guided weapon, extended-range fuel tanks and an electronic-warfare pod.
U.S. Air Force plans new radar, mission computer, electronic warfare suite and engines for future F-15EX Eagle II production lots
The U.S. Air Force’s plan to expand the F-15EX Eagle II fleet from 98 to 268 aircraft will require a major redesign of fighters built later in the production run.
GKN Aerospace selected for Sweden’s future combat air technology programme covering propulsion, onboard power and thermal management
Sweden’s FMV has awarded GKN Aerospace a contract worth about SEK 390 million to work on technologies for the country’s future combat air capability.
U.S. Air Force F-22 pilot saves $156 million stealth fighter with belly landing after right main wheel assembly detaches on takeoff
A U.S. Air Force F-22 pilot has received the service’s highest flight-safety award after landing a fully armed fighter without its right main wheel.
Australia fields LRASM and JASSM-ER on F/A-18F Super Hornets, adding maritime strikes beyond 370 km and land attacks up to 900 km
Australia has declared initial operational capability for two long-range missiles carried by its F/A-18F Super Hornet fleet.
Hermeus targets lower-cost high-Mach testing with reusable Quarterhorse launch aircraft and expendable Ramjet-X test vehicle
Hermeus is developing an expendable ramjet-powered vehicle designed to lower the cost of sustained high-Mach flight testing.
U.S., Belgian F-35 pilots use linked simulators for eight-jet missions to strengthen combat readiness in first FENIX program
Nineteen Belgian and U.S. Air Force pilots have completed the first FENIX training program at RAF Lakenheath.
U.S. Air Force activates dedicated B-21 integration unit to prepare Ellsworth for 2027 Raider delivery and future nuclear operations
The U.S. Air Force has activated a dedicated unit to oversee the arrival and operational integration of the B-21 Raider at Ellsworth Air Force Base.
GCAP Electronics Evolution wins 18-month contract to develop integrated systems for sixth-generation fighter aircraft
The work is intended to give the future aircraft an information advantage in congested and contested airspace.
The Netherlands moves towards Saab GlobalEye acquisition to strengthen airborne surveillance and NATO early warning capabilities
The Netherlands has signed a letter of intent with Sweden to acquire a Saab GlobalEye airborne early warning and control aircraft.
HENSOLDT gets €15 million Bundeswehr deal to connect military helicopters to digital battle network without airframe changes
HENSOLDT has signed a €15 million contract to continue developing its Optarion mission support system for the Bundeswehr.