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October 6, 2025
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Airbus H160 Joins French Training Program

France’s Directorate General of Armament (DGA) has officially inducted the Airbus H160 helicopter into service at its military test pilot academy, EPNER, marking another milestone in the modernization of...

October 3, 2025
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Dassault Wins French Order for Falcon Jets

A European airframer has been tasked with delivering additional maritime patrol and surveillance aircraft for its navy, expanding a program launched several years ago. Based on a proven business...

September 30, 2025
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L&T, Bharat Join Hands on Indian Fighter Jet

Two domestic defense leaders have announced a collaboration to develop next-generation fighter jets under the advanced multirole combat aircraft program. The partnership will pool expertise in structural design, systems...

September 30, 2025
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Lockheed Secures F-35 Deal for 300 Jets

A major defense company has finalized a production contract for hundreds of next-generation stealth fighters, strengthening its role as a global supplier of advanced air combat platforms. The agreement...

September 28, 2025
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US Orders 92 Sikorsky CH-53K Helicopters

A significant procurement has been finalized for next-generation heavy-lift helicopters to strengthen the Marine Corps’ air mobility. The award represents a milestone toward full-scale production, reducing program risk while...

September 26, 2025
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Bombardier Delivers 9th BACN to USAF

Another high-altitude communications aircraft has joined the fleet of the national air service. Converted from a civilian jet, the platform acts as a node to bridge voice and data...

September 26, 2025
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RTAF Inducts More Airbus H225 Helicopters

A defense aviation force in Asia has reinforced its fleet with new medium-lift helicopters designed for multiple missions, particularly humanitarian assistance and emergency support. The platforms join a broader...

September 25, 2025
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97 Domestically Made Fighters: India Inks $7B Deal

The government has committed to one of the largest single orders of domestically designed fighters, signing up for 97 LCA Mk-1A aircraft in a roughly $7 billion deal that...

September 24, 2025
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US Foreign Sale Deal Signed for A-29 Aircraft

The Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) has agreed to buy an A-29 Super Tucano light assault aircraft from Brazilian aircraft maker Embraer. Prior to an expected US Foreign Military Sales...

September 23, 2025
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US, Allies Award Boeing $110M Aircraft Pact

Boeing has received $110.2 million in US Department of Defense contracts, supporting both American and allied military aviation programs and highlighting the company’s pivotal role in global defense. These...