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November 26, 2024
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Indian Air Force Reportedly Considering Acquisition of Russian Tu-160M Strategic Bombers

Russia has reportedly extended an offer to India to acquire its Tu-160M strategic bombers, also known as the “White Swan,” which could significantly enhance the Indian Air Force’s long-range...

November 26, 2024
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U.S. Air Force Awards Boeing $2.4 Billion Contract for Additional KC-46 Aerial Refueling Tankers

The U.S. Air Force has awarded Boeing a $2.4 billion contract to purchase 15 additional KC-46A Pegasus aerial refueling tankers. This latest order, covering the 11th production lot, brings...

November 26, 2024
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Pentagon and Lockheed Martin Reach Preliminary Agreement for Upcoming F-35 Production Lot

The Pentagon and Lockheed Martin have reached a preliminary agreement for the production of two additional batches of F-35 Joint Strike Fighters. According to a joint statement from Lockheed...

November 22, 2024
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Romania, a NATO Member, Signs Agreement with the U.S. to Procure F-35 Fighter Jets

Romania, a NATO member, has signed an agreement with the United States to purchase 32 F-35 fighter jets, marking the country’s largest military acquisition to date. The $6.5 billion...

November 21, 2024
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Latvia Places Order for 56 More Patria Armored Vehicles

Latvia has signed a contract with Finnish defense company Patria to supply an additional 56 armored personnel carriers (APCs) worth over 60 million euros ($63.3 million). These vehicles will...

November 21, 2024
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Poland Takes Delivery of Final Two S-70i Black Hawk Helicopters from Lockheed Martin

The Polish Armed Forces have received the last two S-70i medium-lift helicopters from Lockheed Martin, concluding a four-unit deal signed in 2021. The handover, carried out by Lockheed’s local...

November 21, 2024
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Pentagon Selects L3Harris to Develop Command and Control Prototype for Autonomous Swarm Operations

The Pentagon’s Defense Innovation Unit has selected L3Harris to develop a prototype command-and-control (C2) system capable of simultaneously managing multiple autonomous platforms. The company will deliver a user interface...

November 21, 2024
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Anduril Secures $200 Million Contract for Counter-UAS Integration into USMC’s MADIS Air Defense System

Anduril Industries has secured a $200-million contract to enhance the US Marine Corps’ Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS) by integrating its Anvil counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS). The Anvil...

U.S. Army Enhances Ground Combat Vehicle Protection with Advanced Electronic Warfare System from BAE Systems

BAE Systems has received a follow-on contract from the U.S. Army to continue developing its Multi-Class Soft Kill System (MCSKS). This advanced electronic warfare solution is intended to improve...

November 20, 2024
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New Zealand Enhances Airlift Capabilities with Arrival of Fourth C-130J-30 Super Hercules Aircraft

The Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) has received its fourth C-130J-30 Super Hercules, which landed at RNZAF Base Auckland, Whenuapai, in late October 2024. Designated NZ7014, the aircraft...