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November 27, 2024
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Air Platforms

Canadian Air Force Taps L3Harris to Help Build F-35 Maintenance Hub

Canada has collaborated with L3Harris’ Quebec-based segment to assess the requirements for establishing an F-35 sustainment facility for its air force. This proposed depot is integral to Ottawa’s ongoing...

November 26, 2024
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Naval Platforms

German Navy Reconnaissance Ship Enters Construction Phase at NVL Group

NVL Group has commenced the official construction of the German Navy’s new Type 424 intelligence-gathering vessels (AGIs) by cutting the steel for the first reconnaissance ship. This action follows...

November 26, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

BAE Systems Debuts the UK’s First Extra-Large Autonomous Military Submarine

BAE Systems has successfully demonstrated “Herne,” an extra-large autonomous underwater vehicle (XLAUV) designed for military applications. This vessel is engineered to monitor and protect underwater infrastructure, support anti-submarine warfare...

November 20, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

Airbus Plans to Reveal Initial Two SIRTAP Drone Prototypes by 2025

Airbus has reported substantial progress in the development of the initial high-performance SIRTAP drones intended for the Spanish Armed Forces. Two SIRTAP prototypes are currently in the final assembly...

November 20, 2024
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Air Platforms

Russia Introduces NV.17 Hybrid Helicopter Designed to Fill Light-Heavy Gap

The development of Russia’s new NV.17 hybrid helicopter has progressed to the technical design phase, having successfully completed its preliminary and draft design stages. This medium-class helicopter, developed by...

November 19, 2024
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Missile and Missile Defense

UK Conducts Flight Test of SPEAR-3 Standoff Missile for F-35B

The UK recently conducted the inaugural flight test of its in-development SPEAR-3 air-to-ground guided cruise missile. A Eurofighter Typhoon jet, operated by BAE Systems, launched the MBDA UK missile...

November 13, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

Euroatlas Launches New AUV Named ‘Greyshark’

German defense firm Euroatlas has introduced its latest autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV), dubbed Greyshark, at the Euronaval 2024 exhibition in Paris. Designed for underwater reconnaissance and surveillance missions, Greyshark...

November 8, 2024
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Missile and Missile Defense

Pakistan Conducts Test Launch of New ‘SMASH’ Ship-Based Ballistic Missile

The Pakistan Navy has successfully carried out the test launch of an indigenously developed ship-launched ballistic missile. According to the military’s official media outlet, the missile boasts a range...

October 28, 2024
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Land Platforms

Polish Company Presents VSHORAD Air Defense System with Programmable Ammunition

Pit-Radwar, a state-owned Polish defense company, has presented the SA-35MM, a very short-range air defense system utilizing a 35mm cannon and programmable airburst ammunition. The system’s projectiles are programmed...

October 25, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

AeroVironment Rolls Out New Drone for Evolving Combat Scenarios

The P550, AeroVironment’s latest unmanned electric VTOL aircraft, is being pitched for the US Army’s long-range reconnaissance program. Its modular architecture allows for rapid, tool-free adaptation in the field,...