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July 15, 2025
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R&D

Russia Initiates Program to Replace Mi-8/17 Helicopters

Russia has initiated development of a new-generation multirole helicopter, intended to succeed its long-serving Mi-8/17 fleet, according to local media reports. Tentatively named the Mi-80, the upcoming aircraft draws...

July 13, 2025
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New Product Launches

First Modernized P-8A Poseidon Joins US Navy to Enhance Maritime Patrol Capabilities

L3Harris Technologies has delivered the first upgraded P-8A Poseidon to the U.S. Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), fulfilling a key milestone under a U.S. Navy contract awarded on September...

July 12, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Norway Cleared to Buy HH-60W Helicopters in $2.6 Billion U.S. Deal

The U.S. government announced the approval of a $2.6 billion sale of HH-60W combat rescue helicopters and related gear to Norway, a NATO member sharing a border with Russia....

July 10, 2025
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Mergers & JV

France Pursues Majority Control with 80% Share in FCAS Fighter Jet Program

According to Reuters, France has informed Germany that it seeks an 80% share in the Future Combat Air System (FCAS), a next-generation fighter jet program developed jointly with Spain....

July 10, 2025
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DARPA Selects Bell Textron Over Aurora for X-Plane Program

Bell Textron has emerged as the sole winner of DARPA’s high-speed SPRINT X-Plane initiative, edging out Boeing-owned Aurora Flight Sciences in the competitive selection process. Under Phase 2 of...

April 22, 2025
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Mergers & JV

UAE Partners With South Korea on KF-21 Boramae Fighter Jet Program

In a move to boost defense collaboration, the UAE and South Korea have agreed to cooperate on the KF-21 Boramae fighter program via a newly signed letter of intent....

April 16, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Ten Companies, Including Raytheon, Vie for $4.2 Billion Army Spy Balloon Program

Ten defense firms have been chosen to compete under the U.S. Army’s $4.2-billion Persistent Surveillance System – Tethered (PSS-T) program. Spanning ten years, the effort aims to deliver advanced...

April 7, 2025
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New Product Launches

L3Harris and Air Tractor Hand Over Inaugural Missionized OA-1K Skyraider II

The US Air Force Special Operations Command has received its first OA-1K Skyraider II aircraft from L3Harris and Air Tractor. Designed for multi-role operations including armed reconnaissance, close air...

April 4, 2025
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Slovak Air Force Takes Delivery of Two New F-16 Jets

Two new F-16 Viper combat jets have been delivered to Slovakia as part of its 2019 military procurement deal with the US. The latest arrivals, transported in coordination with...

April 4, 2025
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French Army’s Special Operations Helicopter Prototype Revealed by Airbus

At an international special ops event in France, Airbus unveiled the NH90 Caïman Standard 2 prototype, tailored for next-gen missions with the French Army. Built for high-risk tasks like...