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.
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.
NATO Airpower Steps Up Response to Ukraine Crisis
Since the beginning of Russia's attack on Ukraine NATO has taken measures to shield its member states along the eastern flank from potential aggression.
Aircraft
AESA Radar for ‘Classic’ Hornet Fighter Makes First Flight
The APG-79(V)4 radar is being procured in an upgrade effort to ensure that the U.S. Marine Corps Hornet fighters can meet the planned "sundown" date.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
General Atomics Unveils Carrier-capable MQ-9B UAV
Equipped with a STOL wing kit, the MQ-9B SkyGuardian/SeaGuardian will be capable of operating from assault carriers and regular aircraft carriers.
Rotorcraft
Army Selects Icarus For Black Hawk IFR Training
The U.S. Army will use Icarus's smart view limiting device for helicopter IFR training.
Aircraft
Marine Corps Plan Second Adversary Squadron
The Marines are planning to double the organic adversary force while extending Red Air training coverage to the East Coast.
Training and Workforce
Red 6 Augmented Reality Platform Picked by Saudi’s Advanced Electronics
Augmented-reality platform developer Red 6 has signed a strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia-based Advanced Electronics.
Aircraft
Airbus Adds Angola to C295 Customer List
The Republic of Angola has placed an order with Airbus for three C295s, two of which will be outfitted for maritime surveillance operations.
Aircraft
Romania Grounds MiG-21 LanceR Fighter Fleet
The upgraded MiGs were due to serve until 2024, but it is now considered unlikely that they will be returned to service.
Aircraft
Autonomous Aircraft Could Carry Vital Supplies to War and Disaster Zones
Autonomous Aircraft Could Carry Vital Supplies to War and Disaster Zones
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
First Surveillance Reapers Handed Over to the Netherlands
Following delivery, the unmanned aerial vehicles will be tested in the Netherlands Antilles in the Caribbean Sea.
