Turkey reveals strategic plans for F-16 fleet modernisation and expansion
On 26 November, the Turkish Ministry of Defence unveiled plans to maintain and modernise its fleet of Lockheed Martin F-16C/D Fighting Falcon multi-role fighter aircraft.
Dassault Aviation delivers seventh Rafale fighter jet to Croatian Air Force
On 21 November 2024, Croatia took delivery of its seventh Rafale fighter jet from Dassault Aviation, marking another milestone in the country’s ongoing defence modernisation programme.
B-2 Spirit stealth bomber in action: U.S. Air Force conducts precision strike against Houthi targets
The United States Air Force (USAF) carried out a precision strike against five underground weapons storage facilities in Houthi-controlled Yemen using B-2 Spirit stealth bombers.
Boeing awarded USD 2.38 billion contract for 15 Additional KC-46A Pegasus tankers
Boeing has been awarded a USD 2.38 billion Lot 11 contract by the U.S. Air Force to build 15 additional KC-46A Pegasus aerial refuelers.
Elbit Systems to provide modernised wide-angle head-up display for F-16 fleet
Elbit Systems of America has secured an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract from the United States Air Force (USAF).
U.S. Marine Corps conducts first combat airstrikes with F-35C Lightning II
The U.S. Marine Corps has carried out the first-ever combat airstrikes using the F-35C Lightning II aircraft, according to an official announcement.
Pratt & Whitney and WZL2 to expand F100 engine maintenance for Polish Air Force
Pratt & Whitney has signed a letter of intent with Wojskowe Zaklady Lotnicze Nr. 2 S.A. (WZL2) to explore expanded maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities.
Romania signs Letter of Acceptance for F-35 fighter jets to strengthen air force
Romania has officially joined the global F-35 fighter jet program, a significant move aimed at strengthening NATO’s collective defence capabilities.
EuroDASS consortium unveils next-generation electronic warfare system for Eurofighter Typhoon
The EuroDASS consortium has revealed advancements in electronic warfare capabilities for the Eurofighter Typhoon, ensuring its effectiveness against evolving threats through to 2060 and beyond.
![Gripen E fighter impresses during international exercise CRUZEX 2024 [VIDEO]](https://defence-industry.eu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Gripen-E-fighter-impresses-during-international-exercise-CRUZEX-2024-VIDEO-300x200.jpg)
Gripen E fighter impresses during international exercise CRUZEX 2024 [VIDEO]
The Gripen E fighter, developed by Swedish defence and aerospace company Saab, participated in the multinational air exercise CRUZEX 2024.
U.S. Air Force Bomber Task Force takes flight with NATO’s newest members
Finnish and Swedish Air Forces provided fighter escort to the U.S. Air Force Bomber Task Force, from November 5 to 7, 2024.
Swedish Air Force demonstrates readiness with Gripen fighters
The Swedish Air Force recently conducted a readiness exercise to evaluate its operational capabilities in response to an evolving global security environment.