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Shield AI and Airbus demonstrate autonomous flight with Hivemind software on DT25 drone [VIDEO]
Shield AI has announced the successful completion of an autonomous flight demonstration in collaboration with Airbus Defence and Space.
Pratt & Whitney advances XA103 engine for NGAP with accelerated digital development
Pratt & Whitney is accelerating development of its XA103 engine for the U.S. Air Force’s Next Generation Adaptive Propulsion (NGAP) programme through the use of advanced digital data packages.
RTX introduces APG-82(V)X radar with gallium nitride for longer range and faster performance
The new system integrates gallium nitride (GaN) technology to extend range and strengthen air-to-air, air-to-ground and electronic warfare functions.
Redwire subsidiary Edge Autonomy delivers more Penguin drones to Armed Forces of Ukraine
Redwire Corporation has announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Edge Autonomy, has delivered additional aircraft from its Penguin uncrewed aerial system (UAS) series to the Ukraine Armed Forces.
Dassault Aviation opens Cergy site for Falcon and Rafale production, replacing Argenteuil plant
Dassault Aviation has inaugurated its new production facility in Cergy, northwest of Paris, at a ceremony led by Chairman and CEO Eric Trappier alongside employees.
ST Engineering Antycip signs RAF enterprise agreement to deliver scalable synthetic training
ST Engineering Antycip has signed a landmark multi-year enterprise agreement with the Royal Air Force to expand access to advanced simulation technologies.
Honeywell launches HON1600 small-thrust-class engine for next-generation uncrewed aircraft
Honeywell has unveiled its HON1600 engine for the collaborative combat aircraft (CCA) and unmanned aircraft system (UAS) market at the Air, Space & Cyber Conference in Washington, D.C.
Honeywell demonstrates counter swarm drone technology with SAMURAI system for U.S. military
Honeywell has successfully demonstrated its Stationary and Mobile UAS Reveal and Intercept system (SAMURAI) to local military operators in the United States.
Secure data sharing with allies critical for future air power dominance, says Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin officials emphasised the importance of secure data streams and information sharing with allies and partners in establishing air power during modern threats.
U.S. Department of War outlines nuclear triad modernisation plans and continued reliance on legacy systems
The U.S. Department of War is examining how to adapt nuclear deterrence to a changing security environment, Air Force Maj. Gen. Brandon D. Parker said at the Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space and Cyber Conference.
United States and Japan launch SAMURAI initiative to advance AI safety in unmanned aerial vehicles
The U.S. Department of War and Japan’s Ministry of Defense have formalised a project arrangement establishing the Strategic Advancement of Mutual Runtime Assurance Artificial Intelligence (SAMURAI) initiative.
Bombardier Defense delivers ninth Global aircraft to U.S. Air Force for BACN communications role
Bombardier Defense has delivered a ninth Bombardier Global aircraft to the United States Air Force for its Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN) programme.