February, 2026 - Weeklydefencenews

February 19, 2026
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Air Platforms
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Embraer Delivers A-29 to Uruguay

The Uruguayan Air Force has taken delivery of its first two A-29 Super Tucano aircraft from Embraer under a six-aircraft agreement signed in 2024. The contract includes mission equipment,...

February 19, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

RAAF Orders C-130J Training Devices

Lockheed Martin has secured a US government contract to deliver advanced training systems for the Royal Australian Air Force’s C-130J fleet. The package includes two weapon systems trainers, cockpit...

February 19, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

AI Boost Gives Ukraine Drones Fog Vision

French defense technology firm Harmattan AI is supplying Ukraine with a lightweight synthetic-aperture radar system designed to enhance drone operations in poor visibility. The “Sahara” radar weighs less than...

Q40 Turns Location Data Into Weapon

UK defense firm QinetiQ has unveiled the Q40 receiver, a system designed to provide resilient position, navigation, and timing data in contested environments. Engineered to function despite jamming or...

February 19, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

SeaGuardian Unit Boosts Arctic Watch

The Royal Danish Air Force has reactivated 729 Squadron to operate four MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones for Arctic surveillance. Procured through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency, deliveries are expected...

February 19, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

MK 54 Torpedo Debuts in Canada

The Royal Canadian Navy has tested the US-built MK 54 lightweight torpedo aboard HMCS Regina as part of its Halifax-class modernization. Developed by Raytheon, the torpedo enhances anti-submarine warfare...

February 19, 2026
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Air Platforms
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C-17 IR Countermeasures Set for Upgrade

Boeing has received a $13.1 million contract from the US Department of Defense to modernize infrared countermeasure systems on C-17 Globemaster III aircraft operated by Canada and Australia. The...

February 19, 2026
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Cybersecurity
Mergers & JV

Cyber Defense Tie-Up Targets Global Growth

Spain’s Indra Group and Italy’s Leonardo have signed a memorandum of understanding to expand cooperation in cyber defense. The agreement aims to strengthen protection for critical infrastructure and promote...

February 19, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

H125 Helicopters to Be Built in India

Airbus and Tata Advanced Systems Limited have inaugurated a final assembly line for the H125 helicopter in Karnataka, marking India’s first privately operated helicopter assembly facility. Located in Vemagal...

February 18, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Israel Unveils Arrow 4 Interceptor With Advanced Engagement Mode

Israel Aerospace Industries has begun live-fire trials of its next-generation Arrow 4 interceptor, marking a significant milestone in efforts to counter emerging hypersonic threats. Co-developed with the United States,...