Israel takes delivery of first Boeing KC-46 Gideon aerial refuelling aircraft to modernise tanker fleet
Israel received its first Boeing KC-46 Gideon aerial refuelling aircraft from the United States on 27 May 2026.
Kathy Warden: faster B-21 Raider production could support larger future U.S. Air Force bomber fleet
Northrop Grumman hopes its efforts to accelerate B-21 Raider production will encourage the U.S. Air Force to consider a larger fleet of the advanced stealth bomber.
UK Ministry of Defence says Swedish Gripen deal for Ukraine will strengthen air power and support British defence jobs
The UK Ministry of Defence has welcomed Sweden’s role in brokering a new fighter jet deal to supply Ukraine with Gripen aircraft.
Assured Space introduces Penoptix transportable X-Band radar for missile defence missions
Assured Space has introduced Penoptix, a next-generation transportable X-band radar system designed for missile defence missions.
UK completes initial F-35B Lightning II procurement phase as final two jets arrive at RAF Marham
The final two aircraft from the United Kingdom’s initial procurement phase of F-35B Lightning II jets have arrived at RAF Marham.
Lockheed Martin begins major assembly of first Swiss F-35A as programme moves toward 2027 deliveries
The first Swiss F-35A aircraft has begun major assembly at Lockheed Martin’s F-35 Center Wing Assembly line in Marietta, Georgia.
Romania selects Quantum Systems Vector reconnaissance systems under EU SAFE procurement instrument
The Romanian Ministry of National Defence has selected Quantum Systems to supply additional Vector reconnaissance systems.
Saab says it will support Ukraine’s planned procurement of Gripen fighter jets
Saab said Sweden and Ukraine have taken further steps towards a possible Ukrainian acquisition of Gripen fighter aircraft.
Sweden opens negotiations to sell Gripen E/F fighter jets to Ukraine under defence support package
Sweden and Ukraine have launched a major defence package centred on Ukraine’s planned acquisition of Swedish Gripen fighter aircraft.
CSIS report says rebuilding U.S. advanced weapons stockpiles after Iran war could take years
The United States could need several years to replenish advanced weapons used during the Iran war, according to an analysis by the Center for Strategic and International Studies.
General Atomics and U.S. Air Force demonstrate F-35 Lightning II control of MQ-20 Avenger in CCA autonomy test
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems said it recently demonstrated advanced manned-unmanned teaming by pairing an F-35 Lightning II with an MQ-20 Avenger drone.
Saab and CAE expand industry partnership to support Canada’s future GlobalEye AEW&C programme
Saab has signed a teaming agreement with CAE to jointly pursue Canada’s future Airborne Early Warning and Control programme.