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
Israel Aerospace Industries Shoots for the Moon
IAI and nonprofit SpaceIL plan to launch Moon mission from Cape Canaveral in December.
Maintenance and Modifications
Private Firms Conduct Independent Military Reviews
The process includes extensive documentary reviews.
Hensoldt Adds Customer for Missile Launch Detection System
The Germany company provides the system for a number of air forces in Europe.
IBM Wins Contract for RAF ACCS
The updated system will make use of new data sources.
Maintenance and Modifications
Russian Helicopters Overhauls Six Mi-17-1vs for India
Work performed under first contract with Border Security Forces, and now "further cooperation is being discussed."
Aircraft
BAE Systems Awaits UK Combat Air Strategy
There are moves afoot in the UK to ensure it at least retains the capability to build whole military aircraft in the future.
Aircraft
Saab Seeks European Customers for Aerospace Products
Underestimated by many, Sweden’s Saab punches above its weight and believes Farnborough is the perfect stage for it to pitch products.
Maintenance and Modifications
Airbus To Support RAF Pumas
The contract runs through 2022 but can be extended.
Horizon Tech Shows SIGINT System, ISR Pod
Both products can be applied to numerous platforms.
TMD Technologies Offers TWT Power Modules
The tubes address a need solid-state technology cannot.
UK Extends Training Contract with CAE and Serco
The companies' facility at RAF Benson will remain in operation until at least October 2025.
Cambridge Pixel Offers Display and Tracking Systems
The company recently secured a customer in the Middle East/
Aircraft
Airbus Tankers Mate Automatically In Flight
An A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) was auto-refueled by an A310 MRTT.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Leonardo Trials Solo and Hero, Awaits First Order
The Italian company is leading two unmanned aerial systems projects that could appeal to varous nations for maritime applications.
Aircraft
KAI Aiming for Spanish and Greek Trainer Deals
Korean manufacturer is looking west for opportunities to sell its KT-1 turboprop trainer and the T-50 Golden Eagle advanced jet trainer.
Aircraft
UK's New Aircraft Carriers Rekindle Some Naval Pride
When configured for carrier strike, the two new ships could take two F-35B squadrons, each with 24 jets.
AESA Radar and Technology Developments
The technology features prominently in fighter competitions.
Aircraft
New Air-ground Rocket For Russian Attack Aircraft
The S-8OFP is replacing the S-8 predecessor, but is still unguided.
Aircraft
Greek Air Force Chooses Tecnam Primary Trainer
Twelve P2002 JFs will be operated at the air academy.
Aircraft
Carrier Delivery Version of the Osprey Tiltrotor Is Launched
Bell Boeing gets production funding for CMV-22B, as part of a third multi-year buy.
Accidents
Crash Ends USAF Flying Evaluation of Light Attack Aircraft
An Embraer Super Tucano and one of two crew were lost.
Aircraft
Another Chinese UCAV Is Revealed
The YaoYing II is an armed version of a drone that first flew in 2016.
Aircraft
Russia Places Initial Production Order for Stealth Fighter
With new engines to come later, only 12 have been ordered for one squadron.
Aircraft
Singapore Discusses a Future Fighter
The Minister of Defence said that the F-35 would be evaluated with other types.
Aircraft
Korea Opts For Boeing P-8A Poseidon MPA
There was no open competition. New Zealand will likely follow.
Aircraft
Australia Confirms MQ-4C Triton Buy
The high-altitude maritime surveillance UAV will join Australia’s P-8s, while Germany mulls buying a SIGINT-dedicated version.
RAF Events Launch Summer Show Season
Big flypasts, a major air power conference, and the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) are scheduled in the UK.
Aircraft
Transatlantic First Planned for GA-ASI SkyGuardian
The RPA will fly to the UK for static display at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT).
