STM unveils TUNGA-X interceptor drone designed to counter low-cost aerial threats at SAHA 2026
Turkish defence company STM unveiled its new TUNGA-X interceptor unmanned aerial vehicle for the first time during the SAHA 2026 exhibition in Istanbul.
Lockheed Martin names Orlando Sanchez President of Aeronautics following Greg Ulmer retirement
Lockheed Martin announced that Aeronautics President Greg Ulmer will retire after more than 30 years with the company.
Kratos selects Indiana site for new hypersonic aerothermal testing facility under Project Helios
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has selected Odon as the location for a new hypersonic testing facility designed to support advanced aerothermal material evaluation for U.S. defense programs.
Russia publicly unveils Geran-5 long-range combat drone during Victory Day commemorations
Russia has officially unveiled the Geran-5 long-range combat unmanned aerial vehicle during Victory Day commemorations, publicly confirming the existence of a new strike drone already used in the war in Ukraine.
Italian Air Force 6th Wing Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II fighters Reach 5,000 flight hours
The Italian Air Force’s 6th Wing has surpassed 5,000 flight hours with its Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II fighter aircraft, marking a significant milestone in the unit’s transition to fifth-generation air operations.
Northrop Grumman: B-21 Raider stealth bomber completes U.S. Air Force 180-day test plan in 73 days
The Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider has completed a planned 180-day U.S. Air Force testing cycle in just 73 days, according to Northrop Grumman.
Türkiye’s Baykar secures first export order for Bayraktar Kizilelma combat drones from Indonesia
Turkish defence company Baykar signed an agreement on 6 May during the SAHA 2026 exhibition in Istanbul to supply Indonesia with 12 Bayraktar Kizilelma unmanned combat aircraft.
U.S. Senate passes Maverick Act to transfer retired F-14 Tomcat fighters for preservation and possible restoration
The U.S. Senate passed the Maverick Act on May 1, 2026, authorizing the transfer of three retired F-14D Tomcat fighter aircraft from the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base storage facility in Arizona to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama.
Canada weighs Saab, Boeing and L3Harris early warning aircraft for future surveillance fleet
Canada is preparing to select a new fleet of airborne early warning and control aircraft as part of a military modernization effort focused on detecting threats such as hypersonic and cruise missiles.
Embraer reports record first-quarter 2026 revenue as defense aircraft deliveries and military programs expand
Embraer reported first-quarter 2026 revenue of US$1.4 billion, the highest first-quarter revenue in the company’s history.
U.S. Air Force launches study of future heavy bomber options beyond upgraded B-52 Stratofortress fleet
The U.S. Air Force is preparing to examine future options for long-range strike aircraft beyond the B-52 Stratofortress, according to fiscal 2027 budget documents.
Anduril secures Dutch contract to deliver integrated counter-drone air protection systems
The Dutch Ministry of Defence has awarded Anduril Industries a contract to provide counter-unmanned aircraft system (C-UAS) capabilities aimed at strengthening protection against drone threats.