Swiss Air Force completes modernisation of radar systems under Air2030 programme
Switzerland has completed the modernisation of its four radar stations used for permanent air surveillance.
Iron Beam air defence laser weapon system to become operational in 2025, says Rafael CEO
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has announced record financial results for 2024, with CEO Yoav Turgeman confirming that the company’s Iron Beam high energy laser weapon system will become operational this year.
Lockheed Martin officially delivers first F-16 Block 70 to Taiwan in major defence upgrade
On 28 March, Lockheed Martin held a formal ceremony at its Greenville facility in South Carolina to mark the presentation of the first serial production F-16D Fighting Falcon Block 70 aircraft for Taiwan.
Indra leads groundbreaking European avionics project to boost defence sovereignty
Spanish defence technology leader Indra is heading the NG MIMA (Next Generation Military Integrated Modular Avionics) project, one of Europe’s most significant R&D efforts to transform military avionics.
Sweden deploys Gripen fighter jets to Poland in first NATO Air Policing mission abroad
Sweden has officially begun its first overseas contribution to NATO’s Air Policing mission, following the arrival of six JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets at Malbork Air Base in Poland.
Baykar’s AI-powered mini cruise missile KEMANKEŞ 1 successfully completes major flight test
Baykar Technologies has announced the successful completion of a significant milestone in the development of its AI-powered mini cruise missile, KEMANKEŞ 1.
Authentic F-16C jet sounds coming to Microsoft Flight Simulator through 177th Fighter Wing collaboration
With this collaboration, users of Microsoft Flight Simulator can expect an unprecedented level of audio realism when flying the F-16C.
Kongsberg signs long-term agreement for Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II maintenance in Norway
Kongsberg Aviation Maintenance Services has entered into a long-term contract with the Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency to maintain and upgrade the F-35 fighter aircraft in Norway.
U.S. Army selects AEVEX, Anduril and Raytheon for launched effects-short range demonstration
The U.S. Army has chosen AEVEX Aerospace, Anduril Industries, and Raytheon to participate in a special user demonstration of the Launched Effects-Short Range (LE-SR) system.
Luke Air Force Base marks final U.S. F-16 flight as transition to F-35 begins
The 56th Fighter Wing at Luke Air Force Base flew its final F-16 Fighting Falcon sortie on 24 March, officially concluding the U.S. Air Force's use of the aircraft at the Arizona base.
ASELSAN awarded USD 616 million super incentive to boost Steel Dome air defence production
ASELSAN has been awarded a Project-Based Investment Incentive worth USD 616 million to support its work on radar, sensor, smart munitions, and air defence technologies.
Airbus unveils concept for low-cost counter-drone system based on Do-DT25 platform
Airbus has introduced a new concept for a counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) called LOw-cost Air Defence (LOAD), designed to engage loitering munitions and drone swarms using up to three guided missiles.