UK completes initial F-35B Lightning II procurement phase as final two jets arrive at RAF Marham
The final two aircraft from the United Kingdom’s initial procurement phase of F-35B Lightning II jets have arrived at RAF Marham.
Lockheed Martin begins major assembly of first Swiss F-35A as programme moves toward 2027 deliveries
The first Swiss F-35A aircraft has begun major assembly at Lockheed Martin’s F-35 Center Wing Assembly line in Marietta, Georgia.
Romania selects Quantum Systems Vector reconnaissance systems under EU SAFE procurement instrument
The Romanian Ministry of National Defence has selected Quantum Systems to supply additional Vector reconnaissance systems.
Saab says it will support Ukraine’s planned procurement of Gripen fighter jets
Saab said Sweden and Ukraine have taken further steps towards a possible Ukrainian acquisition of Gripen fighter aircraft.
Sweden opens negotiations to sell Gripen E/F fighter jets to Ukraine under defence support package
Sweden and Ukraine have launched a major defence package centred on Ukraine’s planned acquisition of Swedish Gripen fighter aircraft.
CSIS report says rebuilding U.S. advanced weapons stockpiles after Iran war could take years
The United States could need several years to replenish advanced weapons used during the Iran war, according to an analysis by the Center for Strategic and International Studies.
General Atomics and U.S. Air Force demonstrate F-35 Lightning II control of MQ-20 Avenger in CCA autonomy test
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems said it recently demonstrated advanced manned-unmanned teaming by pairing an F-35 Lightning II with an MQ-20 Avenger drone.
Saab and CAE expand industry partnership to support Canada’s future GlobalEye AEW&C programme
Saab has signed a teaming agreement with CAE to jointly pursue Canada’s future Airborne Early Warning and Control programme.
Canada opens negotiations with Saab for future GlobalEye airborne early warning and control capability
Canada has said it will enter detailed discussions and formal negotiations with Saab as the preferred supplier for its future airborne early warning and control capability.
Royal Thai Navy orders two more Airbus C295 aircraft for transport, surveillance, and search and rescue missions
The Royal Thai Navy has ordered two Airbus C295 aircraft in an enhanced transport configuration.
U.S. Air Force establishes EPAWSS speedline to accelerate electronic warfare upgrades for F-15E fleet
The U.S. Air Force has established a dedicated Eagle Passive Active Warning Survivability System Speedline at the Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex.
Hermeus Quarterhorse Mk 2.1 reaches mach 1.21 in company’s first unmanned supersonic flight
Hermeus said its Quarterhorse Mk 2.1 aircraft has completed its first supersonic flight, reaching a top speed of Mach 1.21.