February, 2026 - Weeklydefencenews

February 7, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

US Marine Corps 3D-Printed FPV Drone (HANX)

The Marine Corps’ approval of the 3D-printed HANX FPV drone marks a significant step toward secure, in-house unmanned system development. Designed by a Marine and built to meet NDAA...

February 7, 2026
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Air Platforms
Mergers & JV

UK–Turkey EW Training Cooperation

Babcock International and Aselsan are evaluating a joint approach to meeting the RAF’s future electronic warfare training needs, reflecting the UK’s shift toward preparing aircrews for high-threat, contested environments....

February 6, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

Columbia Sub: Backbone of US Nuclear Deterrent

America’s next-generation Columbia-class SSBN will sustain the sea-based leg of the nuclear triad as older Ohio-class boats retire. Equipped with advanced acoustic quieting, secure communications, and a reactor that...

February 6, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

CH-53K Helicopters Get Elbit Systems Boost

Elbit Systems will equip Israel’s future CH-53K heavy-lift helicopters with advanced command-and-control, avionics, and directional infrared countermeasure systems under a $130-million agreement. The upgrades aim to enhance survivability and...

February 6, 2026
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Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Prague Moves to Replace Pandur II Fleet

Prague is advancing plans for a large-scale armored vehicle renewal program aimed at replacing 127 aging Pandur II vehicles. The study under military review highlights domestic and European options,...

February 6, 2026
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Air Platforms
Mergers & JV

RAF EW Training System Proposed by Partners

The UK’s Babcock and Aselsan are assessing a joint solution to modernize RAF electronic warfare training. Their focus is a scalable system capable of simulating integrated air defense networks,...

February 6, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Coast Guard Expands HC-130J Fleet

L3Harris has delivered the US Coast Guard’s 18th HC-130J, missionized with the advanced Minotaur MSS+ system and tailored surveillance equipment. Assigned to Air Station Sacramento, the aircraft supports the...

February 6, 2026
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Communication and Electronics
R&D

New Ranger Radar Line Unveiled by FLIR

FLIR’s enhanced Ranger radar variants now provide higher scan rates and reduced blind spots, boosting response time and tracking accuracy for critical security and counter-UAS operations.

February 6, 2026
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Naval Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

MK 38 Weapon System Receives Major Upgrade

The Navy’s MK 38 weapon system has entered its fourth iteration, featuring a 30mm main gun and improved sensor suite, delivering greater lethality and precision against emerging maritime and...

February 6, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

Startup Boosts US Defense Drone Production

Ohio-based Agilis Air is accelerating production of its modular Remora drone with grant-backed pre-manufacturing of 55 systems. Designed for affordability and fast deployment, the platform aligns with expected DoD...