RAF introduces StormShroud: a strategic leap in air combat and electronic warfare
At the heart of the StormShroud capability is the Tekever AR3, a proven tactical uncrewed aerial system (UAS) that supports advanced electronic warfare missions.
Italian Eurofighters scramble from Romania on NATO Air Policing Mission
On 29 April 2025, Italian Eurofighter Typhoons were scrambled from Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base in Romania for the first time since their deployment began.
MQ-1C Gray Eagle Extender Range drone showcases advanced capabilities at U.S. Army’s PC-C5 exercise
General Atomics has successfully supported the U.S. Army’s Project Convergence Capstone 5 (PC-C5) by showcasing its MQ-1C Gray Eagle ER Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS).
Inside the NGAD breakthrough: Boeing’s F-47 chosen to lead U.S. Air Force into sixth-generation air superiority
The F-47’s projected capabilities position it as a platform not only for air dominance but also as a central node in a wider combat network integrating unmanned systems, electronic warfare assets, and space-based sensors.
Airbus delivers first H225M Caracal helicopters to Iraq
On 30 April, Airbus announced the delivery of the first two H225M Caracal multi-role transport helicopters to the Iraqi Ministry of Defence.
Anduril Industries begins large-scale production of reusable Roadrunner interceptor drone
U.S. defence technology firm Anduril Industries has announced the large-scale production of its Roadrunner loitering interceptor, marking a key transition from development to manufacturing.
U.S. Air Force begins ground testing of uncrewed platforms for Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) programme
This phase of testing includes detailed assessments of the YFQ-42A and YFQ-44A test vehicles, developed by General Atomics and Anduril respectively.
Boeing secures USD 101.6 million contract to support U.S. Army Apache helicopters
Boeing’s Global Services division has been awarded a $101.6 million contract to provide maintenance, spare parts, and technical support for the AH-64 Apache attack helicopter fleet.
Bulgaria grounds first F-16 Block 70 jet due to system deviation during acceptance testing
Bulgaria’s first F-16 Block 70 fighter jet has been grounded due to a system deviation identified during the acceptance process, Air Force Commander Major General Nikolay Rusev confirmed this week.
U.S. Congress proposes increased funding for F-15EX production and maintenance of existing fleet
On 28 April, the United States Congress released a draft of its planned defence budget, which indicates a possible increase in funding for the Department of Defense.
Airbus U.S. and Shield AI to integrate Hivemind autonomy on MQ-72C for U.S. Marine Corps logistics operations
Airbus U.S. Space & Defense and Shield AI have announced a teaming agreement to integrate Shield AI’s Hivemind autonomy software into the Airbus MQ-72C Logistics Connector.
Northrop Grumman: Integrated Viper Electronic Warfare Suite achieves key milestone in F-16 flight testing
Northrop Grumman’s Integrated Viper Electronic Warfare Suite (IVEWS) has successfully completed Operational Assessment flight testing on U.S. Air Force F-16 aircraft.