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February 11, 2026
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Boeing Secures USAF Contract to Modernize C-17A Globemaster Cockpit

Boeing has secured a US Air Force contract to overhaul the C-17A Globemaster III cockpit, reinforcing the aircraft’s role as a cornerstone of America’s strategic airlift capability for decades...

February 10, 2026
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Upgraded Su-57 Fighters with New Weapon Systems Delivered to Russia

The Russian Ministry of Defense has confirmed the receipt of a substantial delivery of upgraded Su-57 fifth-generation fighter aircraft manufactured by United Aircraft Corporation, part of the state-owned Rostec...

February 10, 2026
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Saab Targets APKWS Arming for Gripen Jets to Counter UAV Threats

Here are two professionally rephrased variants of the article-style content: Variant 1 Saab is assessing the integration of the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) onto the JAS 39...

February 10, 2026
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US Air Force Awards C-17 Mission Computer Supply Contract to Curtiss-Wright

Here are two professionally rephrased variants of the article-style content: Variant 1 Boeing has entered into a partnership with Curtiss-Wright Corporation to supply next-generation mission computers for the US...

February 10, 2026
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Aerodynamic Enhancement Package Planned for Eurofighter Typhoon Upgrade

Eurofighter and NATO’s Eurofighter and Tornado Management Agency (NETMA) have formalized a contract to develop, test, and certify an Aerodynamic Modification Kit (AMK) for the Eurofighter Typhoon, marking a...

February 9, 2026
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OCCAR signs co-funding agreement for Indra-led airborne electronic attack programme

OCCAR has signed a multinational co-funding and governance agreement to move the Indra-coordinated REACT II program into its next phase, consolidating financial commitments and centralized management for Europe’s next-generation...

February 7, 2026
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RAF Electronic Warfare Training System Under Review by Babcock and Aselsan

Babcock International of the UK and Turkish defense firm Aselsan are exploring a partnership to address the Royal Air Force’s evolving electronic warfare training needs. The agreement centers on...

February 6, 2026
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Patria Starts F135 Engine Assembly for Finland’s F-35 Fighters

Finnish defence company Patria has formalized an agreement with Pratt & Whitney to undertake the final assembly of F135 engines in Finland for the country’s future F-35 fighter fleet....

February 6, 2026
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Hanwha and KAI Partner on Next-Generation Aircraft and UAS Programs

Hanwha Aerospace and Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly pursue future defence and aerospace initiatives, marking a new step in strengthening South Korea’s...

February 6, 2026
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US Coast Guard Takes Delivery of 18th Operational HC-130J Aircraft

The US Coast Guard (USCG) has received its 18th HC-130J aircraft following missionization by L3Harris Integrated Mission Systems in Waco, Texas. Identified as CGNR 2018, the aircraft was converted...