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.
Aircraft
U.S. Navy Receives First Osprey Tiltorotor
The carrier onboard delivery version of the tiltrotor has greater internal fuel capacity than the Marine and Air Force versions.
Aircraft
Singapore F-35 Buy Moves Closer
The island state is buying four F-35B STOVL versions, with an option for eight more.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
EOS Remote Weapon Can Counter Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
The EOS R400S-Mk2 remote weapon system with a 30 mm ATK M230 LF cannon will be mounted on a THeMis unmanned ground vehicle.
Maintenance and Modifications
Thailand Shows Off Tiger Fighter Upgrade
Thailand remains committed to the venerable Northrop F-5 and has undertaken a far-reaching modernization effort to keep a squadron flying into the 2030s.
Aircraft
Major Aircraft Acquisitions in U.S. DoD Proposed FY21 Budget
U.S. FY2021 defense budget funds 247 new aircraft from major programs worth a collective $23.8 billion.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Ascent Vision Showcases Counter-UAS Imaging System
Ascent Vision Technologies has launched a new multi-mission imaging system for maritime counter-UAS and ISR missions.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Rafael To Unveil Compact Electro-optical Infrared System
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems says MicroLite is capable of providing around-the-clock wide-area persistent surveillance.
Aircraft
IAI To Continue Supplying T-38 Wings
IAI's contract to supply wing sets for the T-38 helps keep the U.S. Air Force’s trainer fleet flying until the T-7A Red Hawk enters service.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Boeing Completes Loyal Wingman Fuselage
Finishing the fuselage structure is a major milestone on the path to the Loyal Wingman’s first flight, which is expected later this year.
Aircraft
Britain’s Poseidon Adventure Begins
With the delivery of the first Boeing P-8 to its base in Scotland the RAF has a maritime patrol aircraft on its books for the first time in over a decade.
Malaysia’s ‘Flanker’ Flaunts Missile Capability
When it entered service in the late 1980s the high-speed Kh-31 caused a stir in the West, and it remains a powerful anti-ship/anti-radar weapon today.
Rotorcraft
Bell 412EPX Makes Asia Debut
Subaru and Bell continue to develop the Bell 412, in part driven by a Japanese military requirement for a new utility helicopter.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
U.S. Navy Deploys Unmanned Patrol Planes
The Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Triton UAV is finally entering service
Rotorcraft
Airbus Protests Leonardo's U.S. Navy Training Helo Deal
Airbus claims Navy had "technical misunderstandings" in awarding Leonardo $680 million training helicopter deal.
China Building a Carrier Force
China’s second aircraft carrier has officially entered naval service, and at least one more is already in build.
Security
Israel's Controp Seeks Fresh Markets
Coastal surveillance systems provide 'virtual fence' over the water
Diehl Unveils Adaptive Missile Innovations At Singapore
Diehl Defence is highlighting its adaptive missile solutions at the 2020 Singapore Airshow.
Security
GAMI to Spur Tenfold Increase in Localization of Saudi Defense Spending
Goal is dramatic expansion from current manufacturing in ammunition, light weapons and armored vehicles
Avionics
L3Harris Struts Post-merger Profile in Singapore
L3Harris Technologies, offspring of recent L3 Technologies-Harris Corporation merger, showcases expanded portfolio at the Singapore Airshow.
Rotorcraft
Airbus Ups Ante in Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter Competition
Airbus has suggested Australia could still opt for a Tiger upgrade to cover its requirement.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Cutting Edge Counter-Drone Technology Offered by Controp
The Israeli company says that its sensors and software classify drone threats with pinpoint accuracy
Aircraft
Terma To Provide U.S. ANG F-16s With Flare-capable Pylons
A NATO contract could lead to more F-16 countries selecting Terma's pylon upgrades.
Aircraft
PLAAF Senior Pilot Reveals Poor Performance in Joint Exercise With RTAF
A report details the performance of PLAAF aircraft in Falcon Strike 2015.
Aircraft
India Prepares For New Fighter Tender
Rafales are now being delivered but there are still holes and problems with the procurement cycle.
Safety
Malaysia’s Defence White Paper–All Talk, No Action?
Malaysia has been deferring much-needed procurements for years, but a new Defence White Paper addresses upcoming needs.
Aircraft
Ukraine Defense Aims To Thrive Against Odds
Ukraine has been hitting the headlines again recently but it still remains vulnerable to Russia, so is trying to bolster its defenses.
Maintenance and Modifications
BARP Offers Services for New and Older Russian Fighters
Belarus Aircraft Repair Plant No. 558 enjoys a competitive advantage in the servicing of Russia-built aircraft.
Safety
UAV Manufacturer and Training School Work Together on Operating Standards
Rotary UAV maker UMS Skeldar is working with the Swedish Aviation Technical Training School to develop standards needed to meet anticipated new EASA rules.
Aircraft
Tupolev Flies Modernized ‘Blackjack’
The nature of the upgrade to the Tu-160M has not been detailed, but the type is once again making its presence felt in the ongoing Russia-U.S. standoff.
Aircraft
Navy Flies Unmanned Growlers
Boeing and the U.S. Navy successfully flew two autonomously controlled EA-18G Growlers at Naval Air Station Patuxent River.
