Denmark plans to purchase Boeing P-8A Poseidon aircraft to strengthen NATO in Atlantic Ocean
On 17 September, Denmark’s defence minister announced that the government planned to purchase Boeing P-8A Poseidon land-based patrol aircraft.
Tekever launches AR3 EVO unmanned aerial system with shipborne and modular capabilities
Tekever, Europe’s leading provider of AI-driven autonomous systems, unveiled its most advanced unmanned aerial system (UAS) to date at DSEI 2025 on 9 September.
Raytheon’s PhantomStrike radar brings compact AESA power to small aircraft and UAVs
Raytheon has successfully tested its new PhantomStrike radar, marking a significant step in bringing advanced sensing to a wider range of aircraft, including smaller platforms.
Portugal expands KC-390 fleet with sixth aircraft and ten additional purchase options signed
Embraer and the Portuguese State have signed an amendment to the existing contract for the acquisition of a sixth KC-390 Millennium aircraft and the inclusion of ten new purchase options.
General Atomics to host second Blue Magic Netherlands event on 18 November 2025
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) will host the second Blue Magic Netherlands (BMNL) event on 18 November 2025 in collaboration with the Dutch Ministry of Defence and the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs.
Department of the Air Force marks 78 years since 1947 funding and mission of global air superiority
The Department of the Air Force is commemorating 78 years since its establishment on 18 September 1947, when it became the third military department alongside the Army and Navy.
Rheinmetall showcased UAV portfolio, AI integration and partnerships at DSEI 2025 London
Rheinmetall’s medium-range solution, the LUNA NG, was in the final stages of certification and prepared for delivery to the German Ministry of Defence.
United States approves possible $3.4 billion sale of F-16 fighter jets to Peru amid tender process
On 15 September, the US Department of State announced the approval of a request from the Peruvian authorities regarding a potential purchase of Lockheed Martin F-16C/D Fighting Falcon Block 70 multirole fighter aircraft.
Finnish Air Force begins F-35 maintenance training in United States as rollout nears
The first group of Finnish Air Force personnel has begun its initial training on the F-35 multi-role fighter at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida.
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Polish Armed Forces conduct first firing with Patriot/IBCS air and missile defence system [VIDEO]
On 16 September, the Polish Armed Forces carried out the first live-fire exercise of the Patriot air and missile defence system acquired under the Wisła programme.
Ukraine’s Swarmer raises $15 million Series A, largest defence tech funding since start of the war
Swarmer, Ukraine’s leading drone autonomy and swarming company, has announced a $15m Series A round led by US-based Broadband Capital Investments.
THAAD system’s combat record and evolving role in global missile defence highlighted by Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin has outlined the operational use and future development of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defence (THAAD) Weapon System against evolving missile threats.