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March 15, 2026
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Meet MQ-25A: Navy’s Carrier-Based Refueling Drone

The MQ-25A Stingray is a revolutionary unmanned aircraft designed to transform the way naval aviation operates. As the first carrier-based drone built specifically for aerial refueling, it plays a...

March 15, 2026
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Tejas Mk2 Airframe Designed for Extended Missions

The Tejas Mk2 fighter is being developed as a next-generation medium-weight aircraft intended to strengthen India’s air combat capability. Designed with greater endurance and improved performance, the aircraft incorporates...

March 13, 2026
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Boeing Secures Major Wedgetail Contract

The United States Air Force has renewed development work on the E-7A Wedgetail early warning aircraft by awarding contracts totaling 2.43 billion dollars to Boeing. A major component of...

March 11, 2026
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P-3C Modernization Planned for Portugal

Canada and Portugal have entered into a modernization agreement for five P-3C Orion maritime patrol aircraft used by the Portuguese Air Force. The 39-million-dollar project will be overseen by...

March 11, 2026
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Sikorsky, Robinson Reveal Remote Cargo Helo

A new autonomous helicopter concept called the R66 TURBINETRUCK is being developed by Sikorsky in collaboration with Robinson Helicopter Company. The design removes the cockpit and crew stations, creating...

March 11, 2026
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First Turkish Stand-Off Electronic Warfare Jet

The HAVA SOJ electronic warfare aircraft has completed its first flight, representing an important milestone in Turkey’s defense modernization efforts. Based on the Bombardier Global 6000 airframe, the stand-off...

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...