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March 20, 2026
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US Army conducts 1,300-mile brigade-level aviation exercise in South Korea

During the Talon Reach exercise, US Army aviation units in South Korea showcased their ability to execute long-range missions by flying more than 1,300 miles prior to a simulated...

March 20, 2026
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Exploring the M1151 Humvee: the armored evolution of a combat icon

The Humvee stands as one of the most recognizable military vehicles, evolving from a basic troop and cargo carrier into a rugged, combat-ready platform. The M1151 variant represents a...

March 20, 2026
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US Navy grants $71M contract to Gecko Robotics for AI-based fleet maintenance

Gecko Robotics has secured a five-year US Navy contract worth up to $71 million to strengthen fleet sustainment through advanced inspection technologies. The agreement will see the company deploy...

March 19, 2026
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NH90 explained: Europe’s next-generation multirole helicopter platform

From turbulent seas to remote forward bases, European military planners required a modern helicopter capable of transporting troops, carrying cargo, deploying special forces, conducting anti-submarine warfare, and supporting disaster...

March 19, 2026
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US Navy overhauls procurement framework, establishing five portfolio offices

The US Navy has established five new portfolio acquisition executive (PAE) offices to streamline procurement processes, reduce bureaucracy, and accelerate the delivery of capabilities to operational forces. The newly...

March 18, 2026
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Bell finalizes first phase of SPINE enhancements for US Marines’ H-1 fleet

Bell Textron has completed the initial rollout of the Structural and Power Improvements for NextGen Effects (SPINE) upgrades on the United States Marine Corps AH-1Z Viper and UH-1Y Venom...

March 18, 2026
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Boeing plans mission system software upgrades for South Korea’s Poseidon fleet

The US Department of Defense has awarded Boeing a $38.7 million contract to upgrade mission software for the South Korea’s P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft fleet. The contract includes...

March 18, 2026
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IAF prepares long-term maintenance program to keep IL-76 aircraft operational through the 2040s

Indian Air Force is entering a critical transition phase in its strategic airlift capability, increasingly relying on its aging fleet of Ilyushin Il-76 to bridge a capability gap until...

March 18, 2026
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India’s advanced loitering munition by NAL and Solar Defence set for 2028 testing goal

India’s efforts to develop advanced autonomous strike capabilities are accelerating as National Aerospace Laboratories and Solar Defence & Aerospace Limited collaborate on a 150-kg class loitering munition UAV designed...

March 18, 2026
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BAE set to enhance EW capabilities of USAF’s U-2 Dragon Lady reconnaissance aircraft

The US Air Force, through Robins Air Force Base, has awarded BAE Systems a contract to upgrade the electronic warfare suite of the U-2 “Dragon Lady” aircraft. Under the...