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March 10, 2026
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GE Aerospace Invests $1B in US Manufacturing

GE Aerospace has announced plans to invest $1 billion across its US manufacturing facilities and supplier network to strengthen defense production capabilities, boost aircraft engine output, and accelerate delivery...

March 9, 2026
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NATO AWACS Flies First Mission Over Finland

A NATO Airborne Early Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft has completed its first operational mission in Finnish airspace, marking a significant step in strengthening surveillance and command-and-control capabilities...

March 9, 2026
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Merlin Advances C-130J Autonomy Program

Merlin Labs has completed a preliminary design review (PDR) for an autonomous flight system being developed for the Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules transport aircraft used by US Special...

March 9, 2026
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Saab Eyes Gripen Production in Portugal

Saab is seeking to deepen industrial cooperation with Portugal by exploring the possibility of producing components for its Gripen fighter aircraft locally if Lisbon proceeds with plans to replace...

March 8, 2026
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Turkey May Deploy F-16s to N. Cyprus

Turkey is considering deploying F-16 fighter jets to Northern Cyprus as part of potential security measures following a recent drone attack on the island. A Turkish defense ministry source...

March 7, 2026
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Switzerland May Cut F-35 Purchase

Switzerland has announced plans to reduce its purchase of F-35A fighter jets from 36 to about 30 aircraft after the United States raised the projected cost of the program....

March 6, 2026
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Super Tucano Upgraded for Counter-Drone

Embraer and Valkyrie Aero are working together to enhance the A-29 Super Tucano aircraft with advanced technology designed to improve its ability to counter hostile drones. The upgrade centers...

March 6, 2026
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India Clears Deal for 60 Military Airlifters

India has taken a major step toward modernizing its tactical airlift capabilities after the Defence Procurement Board approved a proposal to acquire 60 transport aircraft for the Indian Air...

March 5, 2026
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USAF Plans Radio Upgrade for HH-60W

The US Air Force is planning a communications upgrade for its HH-60W Jolly Green II combat rescue helicopters, replacing the existing Link-16 TacNet Tactical Radio with a multi-channel radio...

March 5, 2026
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R4-Integration Wins $74M USAF Deal

The US Air Force has awarded R4-Integration a contract worth $74 million to equip 39 HC-130J aircraft with KuKa beyond line-of-sight satellite communication systems. The upgrade aims to enhance...