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August 26, 2026
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US Navy launches MH-60 Seahawk upgrade effort

The US Navy is moving ahead with a major modernization initiative for its MH-60 Seahawk helicopter fleet, with several companies selected to support an initial prototype effort designed to...

August 26, 2026
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Boeing lands huge F-15 sustainment contract

The US Department of Defense has awarded Boeing a potentially $131.23 billion agreement covering production, upgrades, integration, and long-term support for F-15 aircraft operated by the United States and...

August 24, 2026
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Saab Unveils Stealthy Supersonic Drone Concept

Saab has revealed its A3-001 autonomous fighter concept, providing an early glimpse of a potential next-generation unmanned combat aircraft. The supersonic platform combines stealth-oriented features with advanced autonomy and...

August 24, 2026
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AIM-424 Targets Long-Range Air Combat Missions

The US Navy has publicly introduced the AIM-424 Malice, a long-range air-to-air missile intended to strengthen carrier-based airpower against advanced threats. Developed by Raytheon, the missile is being designed...

August 23, 2026
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DRDO’s Netra Mk1 AEW&CS to Get Multispectral LOROP EO/IR System for 100+ km Imaging

India’s indigenous airborne early warning fleet is set for a major sensor upgrade. DRDO’s Netra Mkl Airborne Early Warning and Control System (AEW&CS) is reportedly being lined up to...

August 20, 2026
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USAF Taps StandardAero for C-130 Engines

The US Air Force has awarded StandardAero a $343 million contract to provide depot-level maintenance for Rolls-Royce T56 engines powering the Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules fleet. The agreement covers...

August 20, 2026
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Peru Picks Viper Shield for F-16 Block 70s

Peru has selected L3Harris Technologies’ Viper Shield electronic warfare suite for its F-16 Block 70 fighter aircraft, providing an additional layer of protection against radar and electronic threats. The...

August 19, 2026
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Bulgaria’s F-16 Block 70 Deliveries Delayed

Bulgaria’s second batch of eight F-16 Block 70 fighter aircraft could face a significant delivery delay, with the schedule potentially moving from late 2027 to the second quarter of...

August 17, 2026
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US Army Buys Up to 12 Airbus UH-72B Lakota Helicopters

Airbus Secures $115M US Army Lakota Helicopter DealThe US Army has placed a $115.4 million order with Airbus Helicopters for as many as 12 UH-72B Lakota light utility helicopters....

August 17, 2026
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M1 Secures $10B Next-Gen Army Helicopter Training Deal

M1 Team Secures $10B Deal for US Army Flight TrainingM1 Support Services has been selected to oversee the US Army’s Flight School Next program under a potential $10 billion,...