Connecting Skies • Bridging Continents
Boeing and the U.S. Navy complete the first MQ-25A Stingray test flight, advancing autonomous aerial refuelling capability for carrier air wing operations. Milestone advances carrier-based unmanned refuelling capability Boeing and the United States Navy have completed the first test flight of an operational MQ-25A Stingray unmanned aircraft, marking a significant step towards carrier-based integration and […]
Embraer has completed upgrades to SABER M60 radars for the Brazilian Army, enhancing air defence capability and system performance. UPGRADE PROGRAMME PROGRESSES Embraer has completed the upgrade of two SABER M60 radars to version 2.0 for the Brazilian Army, as part of an ongoing programme to modernise in-service equipment. The work forms part of
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The U.S. Army has officially named its Future Long Range Assault Aircraft the MV-75 Cheyenne II, marking a key step in next-generation vertical lift development. OFFICIAL DESIGNATION CONFIRMED The U.S. Army has officially designated its Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) as the MV-75 Cheyenne II, marking a key milestone in the programme’s development.
Textron Aviation Defense has been awarded a five-year U.S. government contract valued at more than $150 million to provide sustaining engineering and programme management support for the Beechcraft T-6 Texan II training fleet. CONTRACT EXTENDS LONG-TERM SUPPORT PROGRAMME The contract, awarded by the U.S. government, extends ongoing Sustaining Engineering and Program Management (SEPM) services first
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Boeing and the U.S. Department of Defense have signed a seven-year framework agreement to significantly increase production of PAC-3 missile seekers, supporting expanded air and missile defence capabilities. LONG-TERM FRAMEWORK TO SCALE PRODUCTION Boeing and the U.S. Department of Defense have agreed to a seven-year framework aimed at tripling production of PAC-3 seekers to meet
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Major General M.C. Moatshe is indicated for appointment and promotion to the rank of Lieutenant General as Chief of the South African Air Force (SAAF), effective 01 April 2026, according to an official appointment notice. He is set to succeed Lieutenant General W.S. Mbambo, who is scheduled to retire on 31 March 2026. LEADERSHIP
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Colombian aviation and technology company AVIATEK Group is expanding its special mission fleet with the acquisition of two Tecnam P2006T NG Special Mission Platform (SMP) aircraft, including the first of the type to be introduced in Colombia. FLEET EXPANSION ACROSS TWO REGIONS According to Tecnam, one of the newly acquired aircraft will support the launch
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Embraer, Saab and the Brazilian Air Force have presented the first Gripen E fighter aircraft produced in Brazil during a ceremony at Embraer’s facility in Gavião Peixoto. Production milestone The aircraft is part of Brazil’s Gripen programme under a 2014 contract covering 36 aircraft, including 28 Gripen E and 8 Gripen F variants. The
EMBRAER, SAAB AND BRAZILIAN AIR FORCE PRESENT FIRST GRIPEN E PRODUCED IN BRAZILRead More »
Leonardo has completed its 100% acquisition of GEM Elettronica, consolidating its portfolio of naval radar, navigation, and coastal situational awareness systems. ROME, ITALY — Leonardo has announced the completion of its acquisition of GEM Elettronica, successfully increasing its shareholding from 65% to 100%. The finalisation of this transaction marks the total integration of GEM Elettronica
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Bombardier Defense will showcase its special-mission aircraft platforms at DEFSEC West 2026, taking place in Calgary, Canada. Industry engagement at DEFSEC West The DEFSEC West exhibition will be held from 24 to 26 March at the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre, bringing together defence and security stakeholders. Bombardier Defense is set to participate in the
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