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March 18, 2026
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R&D

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...

March 17, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Pilatus selects Thales’ radio management system for its European PC-7 fleet

Pilatus Aircraft has selected Thales Group to supply an advanced radio management system for its PC-7 training aircraft operating in Europe. The system was jointly developed by teams from...

March 17, 2026
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Indonesia and Australia consider strengthening defense cooperation with Japan and Papua New Guinea

Indonesia and Australia are looking to strengthen defense ties by establishing new trilateral frameworks with Japan and Papua New Guinea, while also increasing intelligence-sharing cooperation. The plan was disclosed...

March 15, 2026
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Introducing the MQ-25A Stingray and Its Role in Shaping Future Carrier Air Power

The MQ-25A Stingray isn’t designed for aerial displays or dogfights — it exists to extend the reach and endurance of other aircraft. Built to support carrier-based operations, this unmanned...

March 15, 2026
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Tejas Mk2 Engineered for Long-Term Operations With Enhanced Airframe Durability

India’s upcoming HAL Tejas Mk2—officially categorized as a Medium Weight Fighter (MWF)—represents more than a simple upgrade within the Tejas family. Instead, it reflects a comprehensive structural and operational...

March 13, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

US Air Force Restarts E-7A Wedgetail Program With $2.4B Boeing Awards

Boeing has received $2.43 billion in contracts from the US Air Force to continue development of the E-7A Wedgetail airborne early warning and control aircraft, indicating renewed support for...

March 11, 2026
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Canada to Modernize Portugal’s P-3C Orion Maritime Patrol Fleet

Canada has finalized a government-to-government contract to upgrade five Portuguese Air Force P-3C Orion maritime patrol aircraft, strengthening defense cooperation between the two NATO partners. The 39-million Canadian dollar...

March 11, 2026
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New Product Launches

Sikorsky and Robinson Reveal Tablet-Operated Cargo Helicopter

Sikorsky Aircraft and Robinson Helicopter Company have unveiled the Robinson R66 TURBINETRUCK, an autonomous helicopter designed to reshape military and commercial cargo resupply operations. Built with a flexible modular...

March 11, 2026
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New Product Launches

Turkey Introduces Its First Stand-Off Electronic Warfare Aircraft

Turkey has achieved a key milestone in its electronic warfare program with the maiden flight of its first stand-off jammer (SOJ) aircraft, created by converting a business jet into...

March 10, 2026
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Financial and Investment Updates

GE Aerospace Announces $1B US Manufacturing Expansion With 5,000 New Jobs

GE Aerospace has announced a $1-billion investment to expand its US manufacturing footprint, strengthen defense engine production, and improve delivery timelines across its facilities and supplier network. The funding...