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March 31, 2026
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AIM-260 JATM Boosts US Air Superiority

The AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile (JATM), developed by Lockheed Martin, represents the next evolution in beyond-visual-range air combat for the US Air Force and Navy. Designed to complement...

March 31, 2026
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Indonesia Buys PC-24 Jets From Pilatus

Pilatus Aircraft has signed a contract to deliver 12 PC-24 aircraft to the Indonesian Air Force, strengthening pilot training and transport capabilities. The agreement includes ground support equipment, spare...

March 31, 2026
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L3Harris, Airbus Win $1B Canada Deal

L3Harris Technologies and Airbus have secured contracts worth 1.5 billion Canadian dollars to support the Royal Canadian Air Force’s CC-330 Husky fleet. The agreements cover long-term sustainment, engineering, and...

March 25, 2026
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South Korea Rolls Out KF-21 Fighter

Korea Aerospace Industries has unveiled the first mass-produced KF-21 Boramae fighter, marking a major milestone in South Korea’s long-term effort to develop an indigenous combat aircraft. The program, initiated...

March 24, 2026
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Optionally Piloted Black Hawk Delivered

Sikorsky, in partnership with DARPA, has transferred its UH-60Mx Black Hawk to the US Army for advanced testing. The aircraft, developed through the ALIAS initiative, features the Matrix autonomy...

March 24, 2026
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DRDO LRASSCM Boosts Strike Capability

DRDO is advancing a supersonic cruise missile program aimed at boosting India’s stand-off strike capabilities. Designed for integration with the Su-30MKI, the LRASSCM offers high-speed precision targeting with extended...

March 24, 2026
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New Aerial C-UAS System Planned

Defence India Startup Challenge 14 is encouraging development of airborne counter-drone solutions for helicopters. The Indian Army aims to deploy systems that detect and disrupt UAV threats using advanced...

March 24, 2026
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Bhaumi Stand-Off Weapon Enters Testing

DRDO is advancing the Bhaumi air-to-surface weapon, a long-range system designed for high-impact strikes. Integrated with the Su-30MKI, it targets strategic infrastructure from safe distances. The weapon strengthens India’s...

March 22, 2026
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E-2D Hawkeye: Eye in the Sky

The E-2D Advanced Hawkeye serves as a critical airborne command-and-control platform for modern naval operations, extending situational awareness far beyond the fleet. Developed as an evolution of earlier Hawkeye...

March 20, 2026
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US Clears Aircraft Support for Jordan

The United States has approved a potential $70.5 million foreign military sale to Jordan, aimed at enhancing the operational readiness of its air fleet. The package includes maintenance support,...