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August 26, 2026
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Industry tapped for next-gen Seahawk modernization

The US Navy has identified four industry partners for an effort aimed at extending the operational usefulness of its MH-60 Seahawk helicopters well into the next several decades.Sierra Nevada...

August 26, 2026
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Pentagon awards Boeing major global F-15 support deal

Boeing is set to play a central role in the future of the F-15 fleet after receiving a US Department of Defense contract with a maximum value of $131.23...

August 24, 2026
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Saab Reveals New Supersonic Stealth Drone

Saab has unveiled a full-scale model of A3-001, a concept for a stealthy autonomous supersonic fighter designed for future air combat. The aircraft is envisioned as a potential loyal-wingman...

August 24, 2026
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US Navy Unveils New AIM-424 Air-to-Air Missile

The US Navy has disclosed the AIM-424 “Malice,” a new long-range air-to-air missile being developed by Raytheon for fourth-, fifth-, and sixth-generation aircraft. The weapon is intended for platforms...

August 23, 2026
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DRDO’s Netra Mk1 AEW&CS to Get Multispectral LOROP EO/IR System for 100+ km Imaging

India’s indigenous airborne early warning fleet is set for a major sensor upgrade. DRDO’s Netra Mkl Airborne Early Warning and Control System (AEW&CS) is reportedly being lined up to...

August 20, 2026
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USAF Taps StandardAero for C-130 Engines

The US Air Force has awarded StandardAero a $343 million contract to provide depot-level maintenance for Rolls-Royce T56 engines powering the Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules fleet. The agreement covers...

August 20, 2026
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Peru Picks Viper Shield for F-16 Block 70s

Peru has selected L3Harris Technologies’ Viper Shield electronic warfare suite for its F-16 Block 70 fighter aircraft, providing an additional layer of protection against radar and electronic threats. The...

August 19, 2026
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Bulgaria’s Second F-16 Batch Faces Delays

Bulgaria may experience a major delay in receiving its second batch of eight F-16 Block 70 fighters, potentially pushing deliveries from the end of 2027 to the second quarter...

August 17, 2026
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US Army Orders Up to 12 UH-72B Lakota Helicopters

The US Army has awarded Airbus Helicopters a $115.4 million contract covering the procurement of up to 12 UH-72B Lakota light utility helicopters. The agreement also includes jettisonable cockpit...

August 17, 2026
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M1 Wins $10B US Army Helicopter Training Deal

M1 Support Services has won a potential $10 billion contract to lead the US Army’s Flight School Next program, marking a major change in how initial rotary-wing pilot training...