Spain advances SIRTAP programme: development of first fully indigenous tactical military drone
Spain’s Ministry of Defence has announced significant progress in the SIRTAP Programme, marking a milestone for Spanish aerospace innovation.
Babcock enhances fighter pilot training in France with L-39 aircraft acquisition
British defence and aerospace company Babcock has bolstered its international fighter pilot training academy in France with the acquisition of 11 L-39 Albatros aircraft.
Kalashnikov Group introduces new KUB-10E loitering munition system
The Russian defence company Kalashnikov Group has announced the successful first flight of its latest loitering munition system, the KUB-10E.
U.S. Marine Corps orders more VXE30 Stalker drones from Edge Autonomy
Edge Autonomy has secured a follow-on contract with the United States Navy Marine Corps for its VXE30 Stalker Small Uncrewed Aircraft System (sUAS).
Northrop Grumman secures USD 481.3 million contract for Polish IBCS software updates
Northrop Grumman has been awarded a USD 481.3 million contract by the United States Army to provide software updates for the Integrated Air and Missile Defense Battle Command System (IBCS).
MQ-9A Reaper demonstrates dirt airstrip capabilities in operational testing
The U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command have successfully completed Exercise Reaper Castillo, a comprehensive evaluation of MQ-9 Reaper drone operations on unpaved airstrips.
Raytheon awarded USD 946 million contract to provide additional Patriot systems to Romania
Raytheon, an RTX business, was awarded a USD 946 million contract to supply Romania with additional Patriot air and missile defence systems.
International Drone Summit to take place in Riga, Spring 2025
Riga, Latvia, is set to host an international drone summit in May 2025, as confirmed by the Latvian Cabinet of Ministers on 17 December.
J-6 rocket motor test cell completes 150th test at Arnold Air Force Base
The J-6 facility, operational since August 1994, is a premier altitude test site for medium to large rocket propulsion systems.
Serbia strengthens air defence with Chinese FK-3 missile system deployment
The Serbian Ministry of Defence has deployed the FK-3 air defence missile system, a Chinese-developed platform, to enhance the nation’s airspace protection capabilities.
Estonia enhances air surveillance with new radar facility in Kõpu
The Estonian Centre for Defence Investments (ECDI) has signed a contract with Mapri Ehitus OÜ for the design and construction of the Kõpu radar post on the island of Hiiumaa.
Czech Air Force advances defence capabilities with F-35 integration plans
The Czech Air Force marked 2024 as a year of significant advancement in its modernization efforts, with particular emphasis on the F-35A Lightning II program.