French Rafales deploy to lead Baltic air policing
French Air and Space Force Rafale fighter jets have deployed to Lithuania to lead NATO’s Baltic Air Policing mission, replacing a Spanish detachment.
NATO seeks industry input for air defence sensing trials
NATO Allied Air Command has launched an industry engagement effort to identify new sensing technologies for future air and missile defence, ahead of planned experimentation in Europe.
Portuguese F-16s take over Baltic air policing mission
Portuguese Air Force F-16 fighter jets have deployed to Estonia to take over the NATO Baltic Air Policing mission, replacing an Italian detachment, according to NATO Allied Air Command.
Boeing to expand PAC-3 seeker production under US deal
Boeing has agreed a seven-year framework to significantly expand production of PAC-3 missile seekers.
UK tests airborne defences with new EREBUS system
A new UK flight test capability designed to trial aircraft defensive systems in real-world conditions has been developed by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, working with industry partners.
BAE wins contract for mobile air defence system
BAE Systems has secured a contract worth USD 180 million from Sweden for its TRIDON Mk2 air defence system, the company said.
Northrop tests autonomous strike drone with US Army
Northrop Grumman has demonstrated a new autonomous uncrewed aircraft system capable of targeting, strike and surveillance missions during a US Army exercise.
AI drones trialled to spot mines for British troops
AI-enabled drones have been successfully tested to help British soldiers detect landmines and explosive ordnance more quickly.
British Typhoon jets bomb Islamic State in Syria
RAF Typhoon jets carried out a joint air strike with French aircraft against a suspected Daesh facility in Syria, according to the Ministry of Defence.
UK considering land-based missile defence options
The UK government has confirmed it is considering air and missile defence capabilities for the homeland, including potential protection of major population centres and critical infrastructure.
