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April 17, 2026
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Black Hawk Flies With Zero-Light AI

The UH-60 Black Hawk has been used to test Raytheon’s RAIVEN Staring surveillance system in a recent flight trial. Operating in total darkness, the sensor suite captured mapping data...

April 16, 2026
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Red Wolf Launched Effects Tested

L3Harris has tested the integration of its Red Wolf launched effects payload with the Skyraider II International during a recent compatibility demonstration. The exercise focused on confirming physical fit...

April 16, 2026
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Apache, Chinook Fleet Support Deal

Boeing Defence UK has secured a major 879-million-pound support contract covering Britain’s AH-64E Apache attack helicopters and Chinook transport aircraft. The agreement includes maintenance services, engineering support, logistics, and...

April 15, 2026
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Sikorsky secures $65M US Army Black Hawk order

The US Army’s continued investment in the UH-60M Black Hawk platform demonstrates a strategic focus on sustaining proven capabilities while planning for long-term modernization. Sikorsky’s $65-million contract for advanced...

April 15, 2026
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GE Aerospace to set up Tejas engine depot in India

The Indian Air Force’s collaboration with GE Aerospace to establish a domestic support facility for F404-IN20 engines marks a significant step toward self-reliance in aerospace sustainment. The facility will...

April 15, 2026
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HAL IMRH gets new 5-blade rotor design upgrade

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has opted for a five-bladed articulated rotor system for its upcoming Indian Multi-Role Helicopter (IMRH), moving away from the hingeless design used in earlier platforms...

April 14, 2026
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T-6 Fleet Support Deal for US Military

Textron Aviation Defense has been awarded a major contract to sustain and upgrade the T-6 Texan II fleet, reinforcing pilot training infrastructure across the US military. The deal includes...

April 14, 2026
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AR-Based Inspection for HTT-40 Planned

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited is advancing smart maintenance solutions through its DRISHTI challenge, targeting AI-driven inspection systems for the HTT-40 engine. The program seeks to enhance reliability, reduce human error,...

April 14, 2026
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Army, IAF Boost Attack Helicopters

India is scaling up its aerial strike capabilities as the Indian Army and Indian Air Force expand fleets of LCH Prachand and AH-64E Apache. The growing fleet enhances battlefield...

April 8, 2026
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South Korea to Share KF-21 Prototype With Indonesia

South Korea is preparing to transfer a KF-21 Boramae fighter prototype to Indonesia as part of a revised cost-sharing agreement in their joint development program. The deal, valued at...