Czech industry to support ELM-2084 MMR air defence radars
The Czech Republic signed an intergovernmental CZK 3.5 billion contract with Israel for the purchase of eight ELM-2084 MMR radars in December 2019.
Rafael and RTX joint venture to produce Tamir interceptors in the U.S.
A joint venture between Rafael and RTX will manufacture the Tamir interceptors of the Israeli Iron Dome air defence system for foreign clients and will also serve as a backup for local production in Israel.
UK allocates GBP 4.5 billion to equip armed forces with encrewed systems
UK Defence Drone Strategy launched to deliver unified approach to uncrewed systems across all three military services, supported by GBP 4.5 billion of investment.
Germany to boost air defence with Skyranger 30 mobile systems
The German Bundestag's Budget Committee has authorized the purchase of 19 Skyranger mobile air defence systems, marking a significant upgrade to the Bundeswehr's capabilities against aerial threats.
French scramble for visual identification of Russian aircraft off Estonian coast
The French fighter pilots approached the Russian aircraft under standard procedures, conducted a routine identification and escorted it before returning to the NATO Air Policing base at Šiauliai.
Scientific Systems develops non-GPS navigation for GPS-denied environments
Scientific Systems is continuing development of ImageNav, the company’s non-GPS, image-based, precision navigation software.
OCCAR: final Airbus A400M transport aicraft delivered to Belgium
The A400M is the most advanced, proven and certified airlifter available, combining 21st century state-of-the-art technologies to fulfil the current and upcoming armed forces’ needs.
Norway receives first C-130J-30 Super Hercules airlifter with Block 8.1 upgrade
Lockheed Martin delivered the first of four C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifters with the Block 8.1 upgrade to the Royal Norwegian Air Force (RNoAF).
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Turkey: maiden flight of Kaan fifth-generation fighter [VIDEO]
The first fifth-generation fighter jet developed by Turkey, named Kaan, successfully completed its maiden flight on February 21, 2024.
QinetiQ GmbH delivers new Air Combat Training module to Slovenia
QinetiQ GmbH has successfully delivered a new form of Air Combat Training for the Slovenian Armed Forces, using live ammunition against physical targets.
Hermes 650 Spark: new tactical UAS from Elbit Systems
Israeli company Elbit Systems has unveiled the Hermes 650 Spark, a new tactical UAS. According to Elbit, it is designed to meet the evolving challenges of the aerospace and defence industries.
Schiebel wins Camcopter S-300 contract for South Korean Navy
Schiebel’s Camcopter S-300 Unmanned Air System (UAS) is designed to meet the requirements of customers seeking extended range, long endurance, and enhanced payload-carrying capabilities.