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April 21, 2026
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Talon IQ Switches AI Mid-Flight

Northrop Grumman recently completed a flight test in which the Talon IQ aircraft transferred control between multiple AI “brains” mid-mission. The aircraft moved from Prism autonomy software to separate...

US Clears $11.9B Aegis Sale to Germany

Germany has moved closer to fielding advanced missile-defense frigates after Washington cleared an $11.9 billion Aegis combat system package. The proposed deal includes eight shipsets featuring SPY-6 radars, Mk...

April 21, 2026
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Bell Opens Ukraine Unit for H-1 Sales

Bell Textron has created a Ukrainian subsidiary to advance potential rotorcraft sales and local aerospace cooperation. The initiative centers on possible AH-1Z Viper and UH-1Y Venom deliveries for Ukraine,...

Echodyne Supplies Radar for C-UAS

Echodyne has been selected to supply EchoShield radar systems for Trust Automation’s SUADS counter-UAS program under a US Air Force framework valued at up to $490 million. The radar...

Slovakia Receives First Barak Air Defense

Slovakia has taken delivery of its first Israeli-made Barak MX defense system as part of a wider modernization agreement signed in 2024. The initial battery is now positioned near...

April 19, 2026
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TF KAAN: Turkey Fighter Guide

Turkey’s KAAN fighter project is advancing as one of the world’s few indigenous fifth-generation combat aircraft programs. Built by Turkish Aerospace Industries, the twin-engine stealth jet was formerly known...

MKU Launches AK-47 Upgrade Kits

MKU has launched the NMK-3000 rifle enhancement package aimed at transforming existing AK-47 inventories into modernized combat systems. Developed in Kanpur, the kit supports India’s drive for indigenous defence...

April 19, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
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Rudram-2 Nears Final Validation

DRDO’s Rudram-2 missile program is approaching a key milestone, with final validation trials underway and production approval expected soon. The anti-radiation missile is designed to give the Indian Air...

April 19, 2026
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DRDO Preps 100kW Naval Laser Test

DRDO is preparing a major step in naval air defense with planned testing of a 100 kW directed energy laser weapon for Indian warships under the DURGA II program....

April 19, 2026
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Pinaka Gains Edge Over Grad Replacement

India’s artillery modernization drive is set to accelerate as the Army prepares to phase out legacy Grad rocket launchers and significantly increase induction of the indigenous Pinaka MBRL system....