Italy to acquire Leonardo Astore armed drones
The Italian government has sought parliamentary approval to purchase four Leonardo Astore armed unmanned aerial systems and two ground stations for its air force.
Lockheed Martin to integrate AARGM-ER missile into F-35 aircraft
On January 12, NAVAIR signed a USD 97.3 million contract for the integration of Northrop Grumman AGM-88G AARGM-ER missiles with the F-35A/B/C Lightning II multi-role fighter family.
Georgia signs contract for Piorun man-portable air defence systems
On January 12, the Georgian Ministry of Defence has inked a contract for Piorun air defence systems.
US Marine Corps advances in C-UAS capabilities with successful MADIS test
The US Marine Corps has taken a step forward in countering unmanned aircraft system (UAS) threats with the successful testing of the Marine Air Defence Integrated System (MADIS).
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Norway begins 2024 with F-35 deployment to Iceland [VIDEO]
Norway is deploying four of is F-35 fighter jets to Iceland providing an interceptor capability for NATO’s air surveillance mission in Iceland.
Lockheed Martin: Skunk Works rolls out X-59, NASA’s newest X-plane
Lockheed Martin Skunk Works rolled out the X-59, a unique experimental aircraft designed to quiet the sonic boom, at a ceremony in Palmdale, California.
Dassault Aviation receives an order for 42 Rafales for the French Air and Space Force
The French Defence Procurement Agency (DGA) awarded Dassault Aviation an order for 42 Rafale combat aircraft, known as “tranche 5”, for the French Air Force (AAE).
Patria signs deal to upgrade Finnish Aviation Academy’s Embraer jets
Patria has signed an agreement for the modification design and certification of a flight inspection system with Fintraffic Air Navigation Services Ltd.
DGA successfully tests new Mirage 2000D RMV configuration with Talios pod
The French Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) has recently completed a test flight showcasing the new capabilities of the Mirage 2000D RMV aircraft.
Germany approves sale of IRIS-T air-to-air missiles to Saudi Arabia
In a notable policy shift, Germany has approved the export of 150 Diehl Defence IRIS-T air-to-air missiles to Saudi Arabia.
Raytheon’s GhostEye MR radar system proves operational readiness
GhostEye MR expands NASAMS' combat-proven capabilities against enemy aircraft, unmanned aircraft systems, and cruise missile threats.
Lockheed Martin delivers first two F-16 Block 70 aircraft for Slovakia
Lockheed Martin announced the successful delivery of the first two Slovakian F-16 Block 70 jets.