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.
Rotorcraft
Airbus Unveils H175M Industrial Team for UK's New Medium Helicopter Program
Having said that it would build the H175M in the UK if the type is selected for the NMH requirement, Airbus has now announced four industrial partners.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Israel's Blaze Unveils Spider VTOL UAV
The Blaze UAV's small size and adaptability allow individuals to deploy it for tactical, covert, or extended-range real-time intelligence.
Rafael Unveils Ice Breaker Standoff Missile
The Ice Breaker is an air-launched adaptation of the naval/land-based anti-ship Sea Breaker, which Rafael unveiled a year ago.
Rotorcraft
Schweizer Finds Market with Foreign Militaries
New production Schweizer 300C piston engine training helicopters are being sold to militaries in Senegal and El Salvador.
Aircraft
Typhoon’s Electronic Attack Radar On Course for Flight in 2023
The UK-led ECRS Mk2 radar undergoes development for the Typhoon on a separate track from that of the German-Spanish ECRS.Mk 1.
Aircraft
War Makes for Grim Prospects for Ukraine's Aviation Industry
Ukraine's aviation industry was faltering before the war with Russia and is now almost completely destroyed.
Aircraft
TAI To Roll Out Turkish Fighter in 2023
The conglomerate’s CEO lays claim as one of the world’s top 100 defense companies
Aircraft
Defense Industry Focus Shifts from Farnborough
Preceding the famous trade show, a major defense conference and corporate hospitality at RIAT provide alternative marketing opportunities.
Aircraft
Partnerships Key as Tempest Begins To Take Shape
The UK is forging ties with Sweden, Italy and, increasingly, Japan as development of the Tempest and Future Combat Air System progresses.
Aircraft
Aeralis’s Modular Aircraft Advances Toward the Hardware Stage
Aeralis has seen considerable progress in the development of its modular aircraft concept through a series of high-level agreements.
Engines
Safran, India's HAL Launch New Helicopter Engine JV
Safran and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited have created a new joint venture in India to develop, produce, sell, and support helicopter engines.
Rotorcraft
Poland Places Order for 32 Leonardo AW149s
Polish Ministry of Defense will operate new AW149 helicopters in a variety or roles.
Aircraft
Sweden Orders Two S 106 GlobalEyes from Saab
The two Global 6000-based multi-sensor surveillance platforms will replace the Swedish air force’s two Saab S 100D airborne early warning aircraft.
Rotorcraft
U.S. Orders More Sikorsky Black Hawks
The U.S. Army currently operates a fleet of 2,100 Black Hawks and intends to continue flying them for another 30 years.
Rotorcraft
Sikorsky Raider X Now 90 Percent Complete
Sikorsky's entry in the Army's Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft program moves closer to first flight.
Rotorcraft
Cyprus Takes Six Airbus H145 Helicopters
The Cypriot National Guard has ordered six militarized H145s from Airbus Helicopters.
Aircraft
ILA Berlin Show Highlights German Shift on Defense Buys
The pending F-35 contract is only one of several new procurements in progress in Germany as a result of increased tension in Europe.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
UK Cancels Mosquito Loyal Wingman Demonstrator Program
The Mosquito uncrewed technology demonstrator will not be built as the money can be better spent elsewhere, says the UK defense ministry.
Aircraft
Spain Buys More Typhoons to Begin Hornet Replacement
The new fighter aircraft for Spain will be fitted with ECRS Mk1 E-Scan radar, and will be based in the Canary Islands.
Aircraft
Jordan Buys AESA-equipped F-16 Fighters
The delivery of F-16 Block 70s will significantly improve the RJAF’s capability, although the numbers are half of what was originally expected.
Aircraft
C-390M Chosen for Netherlands Airlifter Replacement
The Dutch choice of the C-390M over the C-130J Super Hercules is a significant boost for Embraer’s military transport program.
Rotorcraft
GAO: Key Defense Rotorcraft Programs Delayed
Pentagon rotorcraft programs beset by technical, supply chain problems, GAO finds.
U.S. Air Force Stands Up F-35 Aggressor Squadron
The U.S. Air Force is harnessing the capabilities of the F-35A to help train combat units that may encounter fifth-gen opponents in future air wars.
Rotorcraft
Norway Cancels NH90 Helicopter Orders, Seeks Refund
Norway cancels orders, cites 20 years of frustration with NH90 helicopter program.
Aircraft
GAO: Delay Risks Remain for New Air Force Ones
Converting a pair of existing 747-8 airliners to presidential duty presents a host of expensive problems.
Aircraft
More F-35 Fighters on Dutch Defense Shopping List
Like many European countries, the Netherlands is increasing its defense spending as a result of increased tensions caused by Russian aggression.
Rotorcraft
Germany Chooses Chinook for Heavylifter Requirement
After many years of deliberation, Germany has selected the CH-47 over the CH-53K, citing greater interoperability with NATO allies.
Aircraft
Romanian LanceR Fighters Handed a Year's Reprieve
Delays in acquiring Norwegian F-16 fighters have led to Romania rescinding its decision to ground the MiG-21 LanceR fleet.
Avionics
Extant Buys Astronautics Electromechanical Line
Astronautics is selling its legacy electromechanical instrument product line to support specialist Extant Aerospace.
Rotorcraft
South Korean Forces Place Order for 40 Bell 505s
The Bell 505 will be the new military training helicopter for the South Korean Army and Navy.
