Swedish Armed Forces enhance Black Hawk capabilities with extended range upgrade
The Swedish Armed Forces are currently undertaking a significant upgrade to their entire fleet of Helikopter 16 (UH-60M Black Hawk) helicopters.
Luftwaffe carries out exercises in India for the first time
The German Air Force (Luftwaffe) is conducting a joint exercise with Indian colleagues for the first time.
Lithuanian combat drones pass second successful test in Ukraine
The Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence has announced the successful completion of a second round of testing for Lithuanian-made combat drones in Ukraine.
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Northrop Grumman develops Cannon-Based Air Defence (CBAD) system [VIDEO]
Northrop Grumman has recently announced the start of development on a new Cannon-Based Air Defence (CBAD) system, aimed at addressing the growing threat posed by large-scale aerial attacks.
Boeing secures contract for two rapid prototype E-7A Wedgetail AEW&C aircraft
Boeing has been awarded a $2.56 billion contract from the U.S. Air Force for two rapid prototype E-7A AEW&C Wedgetail aircraft.
Poland acquires a large number of AMRAAM missiles from the United States
On August 9, the Polish defence procurement agency signed a contract with the United States for the delivery of several hundred AIM-120C AMRAAM air-to-air missiles.
Global Super Hercules fleet grows with delivery of first C-130J to New Zealand
New Zealand officials announced the intent to modernize its existing fleet of five C-130Hs with five C-130J-30 variants in 2020 via a Foreign Military Sale with the U.S. Air Force.
Korea Aerospace Industries offers FA-50 fighter jets to Bulgaria as replacement for aging fleet
Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) is offering its FA-50 light combat aircraft to Bulgaria as an optimal solution for the country’s aging air fleet.
L3Harris prototype demonstrates cutting-edge capabilities for autonomous air defence
L3Harris’ Agile Development Group has been iteratively developing a robotic based, highly mobile, short range air defence capability.
Royal Air Force jets to conduct first NATO Air Policing mission with F-35s in Iceland
Royal Air Force (RAF) F-35B jets from 617 Squadron, Marham, United Kingdom, have deployed to Iceland to commence NATO's Air Policing mission.
UK: cutting-edge Stalker mini drone undertakes rigorous trials
Portable mini drones being delivered to the Armed Forces to provide cutting-edge capability have been put through rigorous trials at RNAS Predannack in Cornwall.
Air defence: Bulgaria approves purchase of combat-proven IRIS-T SLM system
On August 6, the Bulgarian parliament approved funding for the purchase of the IRIS-T SLM (Surface-Launched Medium-Range) air defence system.