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June 3, 2026
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US Clears C-130 Sustainment Package, Hinting at Future Vietnamese Hercules Acquisition

Vietnam could be moving closer to acquiring the C-130 Hercules after the US State Department cleared a $100 million military sales package focused on sustainment services and support systems...

June 3, 2026
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Leonardo to Deliver Two Additional C-27J Spartan Aircraft to Romania

Romania has signed a deal with Leonardo for the procurement of two new C-27J Spartan transport aircraft, increasing its fleet of the versatile airlifter to nine units. The acquisition...

June 3, 2026
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Saab Unveils First Twin-Seat Gripen F Fighter Developed With Brazil

The Gripen F, Saab’s new twin-seat fighter aircraft, has made its public debut, expanding the Gripen family with a platform optimized for both combat operations and pilot training. Jointly...

June 2, 2026
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Britain Expands Martlet Missile Stockpiles With New Order to Boost Counter-Drone Capability

Britain has signed a £36 million ($48 million) contract with Thales for the procurement of hundreds of additional Martlet missiles, expanding stockpiles to support ongoing air-defense operations and counter-drone...

June 1, 2026
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F-22 Raptor: The Stealth Fighter That Defines US Air Superiority

Before an enemy can react, the battle may already be lost. A fleeting radar contact appears, disappears, and moments later the threat has been neutralized. This ability to operate...

June 1, 2026
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Data Patterns Developing AMCA Glass Cockpit and Tejas Mk2-Based Mission Systems

Data Patterns (India) Limited has disclosed that it is developing the glass cockpit system for India’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) and supplying the mission management system for the...

May 31, 2026
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MiG-29UPG Fleet Receives Indigenous Upgrades and New Weapons Ahead of Tejas Mk2 Era

India’s MiG-29UPG fleet is undergoing a comprehensive modernization effort designed to ensure the aircraft remains a viable frontline asset well into the next decade. As the Indian Air Force...

May 31, 2026
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Dassault Pitches Falcon 10X as Alternative Platform for India’s ISTAR Aircraft Program

India’s ISTAR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance) aircraft project has moved into a decisive acquisition phase after the Defence Acquisition Council cleared the purchase of three dedicated platforms...

May 31, 2026
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Russia Offers Deeper Technology Access as India Assesses Su-57 Production Options

Russia’s successful first flight of the twin-seat Su-57D stealth fighter has sparked fresh speculation about India’s potential role in the aircraft’s export and development roadmap. Designed as the first...

May 30, 2026
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AMCA Designed for Future Variable-Cycle Engine Upgrades in Push Toward Sixth-Gen Capability

India is reportedly future-proofing its Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program through a propulsion architecture designed to support next-generation engine technologies well beyond the aircraft’s initial operational life. Sources...