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June 29, 2026
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Lockheed Wins F-35 Block 4 Integration Deal

Lockheed Martin has received a $74.2-million US Navy contract modification to integrate United Kingdom- and Italy-specific weapons into the F-35 Lightning II under the Block 4 modernization program. The...

June 28, 2026
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India offered advanced Su-57E production package

Negotiations between India and Russia over the Su-57E stealth fighter are progressing toward a comprehensive agreement that combines aircraft deliveries with local production in India. The proposal supports India’s...

June 27, 2026
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India seeks indigenous Rafale F4 production

India is pushing for a high level of indigenous manufacturing in its proposed Rafale fighter acquisition, targeting 40 percent local content initially and increasing to 60 percent as domestic...

June 26, 2026
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Australia approved for F/A-18 training package

The United States has approved a $250 million training and support package for Australia’s F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft, strengthening one of Washington’s closest defense partnerships in...

June 25, 2026
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Hungary finalizes Gripen C fighter acquisition

Hungary has completed an important milestone in its air force modernization with the arrival of its final Gripen fighters. The expanded fleet increases combat readiness, strengthens NATO air-defense operations,...

June 25, 2026
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Airbus delivers Belgium’s first H145M helicopter

Belgium has taken an important step toward modernizing its rotary-wing fleet with the introduction of the Airbus H145M. The highly versatile helicopter combines advanced avionics, digital mission systems, and...

June 23, 2026
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First Airbus H135 Joins Canada’s Future Aircrew Training Fleet

Canada has received the first Airbus H135 helicopter for its Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program, marking an important milestone in the modernization of Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) pilot...

June 22, 2026
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UK Awards Military Spares Deal to Leonardo

The UK’s defense procurement agency has awarded Leonardo UK a long-term contract to manage and supply critical aircraft consumables across the nation’s fixed-wing and rotary-wing fleets. Valued at £27...

June 21, 2026
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US Tests Japan’s Advanced Amphibious Aircraft

The ShinMaywa US-2 amphibious aircraft is gaining attention as one of the most advanced seaplanes in operation, with the United States incorporating the platform into joint exercises to improve...

June 20, 2026
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Tejas Re-Engine Plan Needs Major Redesign

Aerospace experts have highlighted the complexity of replacing the General Electric F404-IN20 engine powering India’s Tejas Mk1A fighter aircraft. According to former HAL engineers, integrating an alternative engine such...