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March 24, 2026
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Indian Army Eyes Helicopter-Based Anti-Drone System to Tackle Aerial Threats

Under Defence India Startup Challenge 14 (DISC 14), India has identified a critical weakness in Army Aviation and is seeking industry solutions for a helicopter-integrated anti-drone system. The initiative...

March 24, 2026
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DRDO Initiates Ground Trials of ‘Bhaumi’ Stand-Off Weapon for Su-30MKI

India is moving forward in boosting its long-range strike capabilities with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) initiating groundwork for trials of the “Bhaumi” (BHM) stand-off weapon, which...

March 22, 2026
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E-2D Hawkeye: the US Navy’s airborne surveillance powerhouse

As carrier-based fighters launch into the horizon, a silent coordinator is already at work above them—the E-2D Hawkeye. Positioned high over the fleet, it detects, tracks, and manages threats,...

March 20, 2026
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Northrop’s Talon IQ testbed conducts first flight with Shield AI’s Hivemind

Northrop Grumman has successfully flown its Talon IQ testbed with Shield AI’s Hivemind autonomy system during a mission autonomy demonstration in Mojave, California. Following a rapid hardware-in-the-loop test cycle,...

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...