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August 26, 2025
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Training and Simulation

Red 6 AR Chosen to Train F-16 Pilots in Sim Combat

The USAF is introducing augmented reality combat training with Red 6’s ATARS system, designed to let pilots fly against virtual adversaries in real-time airspace. Integrated into the F-16 Fighting...

August 26, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Taiwan to Mass-Produce 1,300 Kuai Chi USVs

Taipei has announced a bold plan to deploy over 1,300 Kuai Chi unmanned surface vessels within five years, reflecting its strategy to bolster asymmetric maritime capabilities. The USVs will...

August 26, 2025
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Air Platforms

F-35 Program Secures $2.8B Engines From Pratt & Whitney

RTX-owned Pratt & Whitney has finalized a multi-year engine deal valued at $2.8 billion to deliver F135 engines for the global F-35 program. The contract spans 141 propulsion units...

August 25, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

Britain Expands Air Defense with Land Ceptor Buy

The UK has confirmed a $160 million procurement deal with MBDA for six Land Ceptor missile launchers, alongside a package of supporting vehicles and battlefield systems. Delivered under a...

August 25, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Xtend Supplying 5,000 Kamikaze Drones to Israel

Israel has awarded Xtend a procurement deal for 5,000 FPV attack drones, marking a significant step in expanding unmanned strike capabilities at the tactical level. Valued at approximately 20...

August 25, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

New Iowa Ammo Factory to Be Built by MSM

MSM North America has been selected to build a state-of-the-art Future Artillery Complex (FAC) at the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant under a $632 million US Army contract. Designed to...

August 24, 2025
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Land Platforms

South Korea Eyes Poland Tank Plant for EU Market

South Korea’s Hyundai Rotem has signed a major follow-up contract with Poland to deliver 180 K2 Black Panther tanks worth $6.5 billion. The deal cements Poland as the regional...

August 24, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

Ukraine to Get 3,350 US ERAM Missiles, 450km Range

Washington has authorized the supply of 3,350 ERAM long-range guided missiles to Ukraine in a package valued at $850 million, with European partners providing most of the financing. Initial...

August 23, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

UK Adds MBDA Land Ceptors in £118M Defence Boost

Britain has awarded MBDA a £118 million contract to supply six Land Ceptor launchers, bolstering the Sky Sabre air defense system amid growing security concerns. The deal, which sustains...

August 23, 2025
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Air Platforms

Lithuanian Air Force Picks Embraer C-390 Fleet

Lithuania will modernize its airlift capability with the purchase of three Embraer C-390 Millennium jets, marking a generational upgrade over its C-27J Spartans. Deliveries are slated before the decade...