Defense
Essential news and analysis on the defense aerospace business. Your trusted source for new and ongoing programs and requirements in military aircraft (manned and unmanned), engines, avionics, weapons and associated systems, including ground-based air defense.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Marines Bring Shadow Operations to an End
After a decade of often intensive operations with the Marines the RQ-7B Shadow has been retired in favor of the RQ-21A Blackjack
Thales Begins Laser-guided Munition Tests
Thales has adapted an older weapon with laser guidance to create a low-collateral damage munition ideal for the urban environment.
Aircraft
Rafale Encounters Political Headwinds in India
The contract to buy 36 Rafales has become an election issue in India, where its pricing and offset deal have come under scrutiny
Rotorcraft
Airbus Helicopters Preps for Naval Trainer RFP
Airbus Helicopters has outlined its plans to build the H135 in the U.S. if it is selected to answer the Navy's training helicopter requirement
Aircraft
L3 Shows Multi-mission Conversion of Bombardier Q400
The Texas-based systems integrator is promoting the twin-turboprop as a cost-effective solution.
Aircraft
Controversy Develops over RAF AEW&C Fleet
British air arm must choose between upgrading the E-3D Sentry or buying a new aircraft—possibly the Boeing Wedgetail.
Aircraft
Embraer KC-390 Military Transport Flying Display at Farnborough Airshow
Embraer KC-390 Military Transport Flying Display at Farnborough Airshow
Aircraft
Airbus A400M Atlas Flying Display at Farnborough Airshow
Airbus A400M Atlas Flying Display at Farnborough Airshow
Aircraft
Lockheed Martin LM-100J Does a Loop in its Flying Display at Farnborough Airshow
Lockheed Martin LM-100J Does a Loop in its Flying Display at Farnborough Airshow
Saab Promotes New-generation Anti-ship Missile
Saab's RBS15 anti-ship missile has been in service for nearly three decades. A fourth generation is currently in development.
Security
EuroDIRQM Promises Protection Against Manpad Missile Threat
Italy's Elettronica is jointly showcasing its electronic warfare expertise with Spanish partner Indra.
Rotorcraft
Production Skeldar Aimed at Navies
UMS Skeldar has lifted the veil on a new version of its V-200 UAV and is pursuing opportunities with the world's navies, with one order already.
Aircraft
Plenty of Life Left in the F-16
With its latest AESA radar-equipped F-16, Lockheed Martin has reminded the fighter world that the "Viper" remains a highly competitive fighter.
Aircraft
Osprey to Begin Refueling Tests Next Year
Marine Corps Ospreys are scheduled to gain an inflight refueling capability by the end of 2019, increasing their ability to support F-35 ops.
Security
L3 Guards Against Multiple Drone Threats
L3 Communications is ready to help businesses to protect themselves from drone security threats.
Leonardo Launches New ASW Capabilities
Leonardo has drawn on its experience of developing the NFH90's ASW system to create a new lightweight processor at the heart of a new ASW suite.
Aircraft
Aero Vodochody Sees Resurgence
New developments such as the L-39NG and F/A-259 Striker are leading a reinvigorated effort by Aero in the marketplace.
Aircraft
L3 Longsword Sports New Sensors at Farnborough 2018
The converted ag-plane is evolving from a light-attack role to multi-mission capability
Israeli Smart Bomb Closes In on Service Debut
Rafael's Spice 250 continues to offer pinpoint standoff precision in an era when air arms increasingly operate in GPS-denied environments.
Aircraft
Empire Test Pilots' School Overhauls Fleet
The Empire Test Pilots' School is acquiring three new trainer types to provide the backbone of its fleet.
Aircraft
U.K. Unveils Tempest Fighter Concept as Trailblazer for New Combat Air Strategy
U.K. Unveils Tempest Fighter Concept as Trailblazer for New Combat Air Strategy
Aircraft
Raytheon's StormBreaker Bomb Being Integrated into F/A-18
Integration of the Stormbreaker has started on the F-35, F/A-18E/F and F-15E.
Aircraft
Aerospace Revenues Climb On Higher Defense Spending
While aerospace and defense growth is lagging world economic growth, U.S. defense industry revenue has increased to 2.5 times that of Europe.
Avionics
Middle Eastern Customer Selects Miysis DIRCM System
Leonardo says that its Miysis directed infrared countermeasure system provides full protection against the latest heat-seeking missile threats.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
European Partners Line Up with GA-ASI
U.S. company is looking for more international customers for its successful UAS. The MQ-9 reaper leads the pack.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
IAI Develops sUAS with Sierra Nevada
IAI has teamed with Sierra Nevada Corporation to develop a new small UAS aimed at the U.S. market
Engines
Rolls-Royce Selects Circor for New TP400 Engine Valve
Circor will provide a new vent ejector valve for the TP400 engines that power the A400M military transport.
Aircraft
New Look for an Old Warrior
UTC Aerospace Systems has begun installing modern eight-bladed propellers on the Air National Guard's "legacy" Hercules fleet
Aircraft
An ATR On a Mission
A Leonardo heavily modified ATR72 airliner outfitted for maritime patrol duties with the Italian air force designation P-72A at Farnborough.
