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May 17, 2026
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Tejas Mk1A deliveries may speed up

The induction timeline for the Tejas Mk1A fighter aircraft may be pushed beyond June due to ongoing discussions regarding the operational readiness of the aircraft, according to defence sources...

May 17, 2026
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Indigenous display unit planned for Hawk jet

India has taken another important step toward strengthening self-reliance in military aviation technology with CSIR-CSIO and Bharat Electronics Limited joining hands to develop a homegrown Pilot Display Unit for...

May 17, 2026
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Tejas Mk1A engine deliveries expected soon

HAL has expressed confidence that the supply of GE F404-IN20 engines required for the Tejas Mk1A fighter aircraft program will improve significantly in the coming months. According to HAL...

May 15, 2026
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Israel Extends F-35I Range With Tanks

Israel has awarded a $34-million contract to Elbit Systems subsidiary Cyclone to develop and integrate external fuel tanks for the Israeli Air Force’s F-35I “Adir” fighter fleet, aiming to...

May 15, 2026
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Germany Integrates NH90 on F124 Ships

Germany’s arms procurement agency has contracted Turbo-Technik to integrate the newly introduced NH90 Sea Tiger maritime helicopter onto the German Navy’s F124-class frigates. The work includes structural modifications to...

May 15, 2026
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Peru Orders Fifth C-27J Spartan

Peru has ordered another Leonardo C-27J Spartan tactical transport aircraft, expanding its fleet to five aircraft as the country strengthens disaster response, medical evacuation, and logistics capabilities in remote...

May 14, 2026
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Indigenous C-295 Set for Rollout

The Tata-Airbus military aircraft facility in Gujarat is reportedly preparing for the rollout of India’s first locally assembled C-295 tactical transport aircraft, marking a historic moment for the nation’s...

May 12, 2026
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Initial KAAN Stealth Jet Order Placed

Turkish Aerospace Industries has received an order for the Turkish Air Force’s first batch of 20 KAAN stealth fighters, with deliveries scheduled from 2028 to 2030. The twin-engine fifth-generation...

May 9, 2026
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Godrej Leads AMCA Engine Push

Godrej Aerospace has emerged as a leading contender for India’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) engine initiative as Gas Turbine Research Establishment expands its search for industrial partners under...

May 7, 2026
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US Clears $540M C-17 Support for Canada

The US State Department has approved a potential $540-million package to support sustainment and operational readiness for Canada’s fleet of C-17 Globemaster III strategic airlifters. The proposed deal includes...