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March 19, 2026
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NH90 Explained: Europe’s Multirole Helo

Designed as a next-generation multi-role helicopter, the NH90 fulfills a wide range of military requirements, from battlefield mobility to naval operations. Created through a joint European effort, it combines...

March 19, 2026
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Navy Overhauls Procurement Structure

To modernize its procurement process, the US Navy has implemented a portfolio acquisition executive model, dividing responsibilities among dedicated leadership teams. These offices will focus on balancing cost, performance,...

March 18, 2026
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Bell Completes H-1 SPINE Upgrades

Bell Textron has successfully completed the first round of Structural and Power Improvements for NextGen Effects (SPINE) upgrades on the US Marine Corps’ AH-1Z Viper and UH-1Y Venom helicopters,...

March 18, 2026
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Boeing to Upgrade Korea Poseidon Software

The US Department of Defense has awarded Boeing a $38.7-million contract to upgrade mission software for South Korea’s P-8A Poseidon fleet, enhancing the aircraft’s maritime surveillance and combat capabilities....

March 18, 2026
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IAF Plans IL-76 Sustainment to 2040s

India is undertaking a major effort to sustain and modernize its aging IL-76 strategic airlift fleet, which continues to play a crucial role in military logistics. With limited alternatives...

March 18, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

India Targets 2028 for New Loitering Munition

India is advancing its indigenous defense capabilities through the development of a 150-kg class loitering munition UAV by CSIR-NAL and Solar Defence & Aerospace. The system is designed for...

March 18, 2026
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BAE to Upgrade U-2 EW Systems

The US Air Force has awarded BAE Systems a contract to modernize the electronic warfare capabilities of the U-2 Dragon Lady reconnaissance aircraft. The program focuses on sustaining and...

March 17, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Taiwan Seeks Cheaper Air Defense

Taiwan is developing cost-effective air defense interceptors to address increasing threats from China, particularly the use of low-cost weapons in large-scale attacks. The initiative, led by the National Chung...

March 17, 2026
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Indonesia, Australia Eye Defense Pact

Indonesia and Australia are expanding their defense partnership by exploring trilateral cooperation with Japan and Papua New Guinea, alongside increased intelligence sharing. The move follows a recently signed security...

March 17, 2026
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Baykar Extends K2 Range to 2,000 km

Turkey has demonstrated a significant advancement in drone warfare with the introduction of an AI-enabled kamikaze drone capable of coordinated swarm operations. Developed by Baykar, the K2 UAV successfully...