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July 23, 2026
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UK industry joins forces on pilot training

BAE Systems, Boeing, and Saab have joined forces to propose a new advanced pilot training system for the Royal Air Force based on Boeing’s T-7 trainer aircraft. The partnership...

July 23, 2026
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Training & Simulation

M-346 training upgraded for future pilots

CAE and Leonardo have expanded their cooperation to enhance training capabilities for the M-346 Master advanced jet trainer through the introduction of modern digital learning environments and synthetic training...

July 23, 2026
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Weapon & Munition

Washington expands sanctions against Sudan

The United States has introduced a new round of sanctions targeting Sudan’s military leadership after determining that chemical weapons were used during the country’s internal conflict. The action follows...

July 23, 2026
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Air Platforms

Gripen engine sustainment expands in Canada

GE Aerospace and Magellan Aerospace have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish maintenance, repair, and overhaul capabilities in Canada for the F414-GE-39E engine that powers the Saab JAS...

CACI to modernize Navy sealift operations

CACI International has secured a contract valued at up to $113 million to modernize enterprise software applications supporting the US Navy’s Military Sealift Command, the organization responsible for providing...

July 22, 2026
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New Product Launches
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H125: Airbus’ versatile mountain helicopter

The Airbus H125 has established itself as one of the world’s most capable light utility helicopters for operations in extreme high-altitude environments where reduced air density significantly limits conventional...

July 22, 2026
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Communication & Electronic

Explainable AI enhances Taiwan’s air defense

Canadian artificial intelligence company Caseway has partnered with Taiwan-based MiTAC Advance Technology to develop AI-driven decision intelligence solutions for Taiwan and allied defense markets. The collaboration combines Caseway’s expertise...

July 22, 2026
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AI assistant boosts aircraft readiness at Travis

The US Air Force has selected MetroStar Systems’ Iris artificial intelligence maintenance platform for deployment at Travis Air Force Base, introducing advanced digital technologies to improve aircraft sustainment, maintenance...

July 22, 2026
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AI-powered recruiter joins US Army outreach

The US Army has introduced an artificial intelligence-powered chatbot called Staff Sgt. Star to modernize recruiting operations and reduce the administrative workload placed on recruiters. Integrated into the Army’s...

July 21, 2026
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Black Hawk autopilot upgrade gains FAA approval

Moog has received a Supplemental Type Certificate from the US Federal Aviation Administration for its GRC 4000 four-axis autopilot developed for UH-60A and UH-60A+ Black Hawk helicopters. The approval...