UK to build huge new £20m anti-jamming test facility
The facility, known as the "silent hangar," will be capable of housing large military assets such as Protector drones, Chinook helicopters, and F-35 fighter jets for testing against electronic warfare threats.
General Atomics show off enhanced MQ-9B SeaGuardian
The MQ-9B SeaGuardian introduced new features including 'Long Range Anti-Ship Missile' targeting and a prototype 'Sonobuoy Dispensing System' that enhances the Anti-Submarine Warfare capabilities of the drone.
RAF using sustainable aviation fuel on operations
Aircraft, including Typhoon fighters and Poseidon submarine hunters based at RAF Lossiemouth in Scotland, are now operating using a blend of conventional and sustainable aviation fuels.
Italy to purchase six MQ-9 drones in $738m deal
Italy's request includes six MQ-9 Block 5 aircraft, three ground stations, twelve multi-spectral target systems, and nine synthetic aperture radars with maritime surveillance capabilities.
Canada to buy 216 AIM-9X Sidewinder missiles in £208m deal
The package also includes additional equipment such as Active Optical Target Detectors, COMSEC chips, missile containers, training aids, and missile software.
British firm hits key milestone in hypersonic engine test
The test progressed to Mach 3.5, matching the airspeed record of the SR-71, the fastest air-breathing aircraft ever built.
British stealth fighters given NATO accreditation
The Royal Air Force's Lightning force has successfully passed its NATO accreditation, enabling it to hold Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) duties in Iceland for the first time.
Japan purchases two SeaGuardian drones from General Atomics
The SeaGuardian is a medium-altitude, long-endurance drone capable of flying for 24 hours or more.
UK, US and Australia trial AI-enabled killer drones
Australia, the UK, and the US recently conducted trials using AI-enabled uncrewed aerial vehicles designed to enhance military operations by allowing human operators to locate, disable, and destroy ground targets.
Poland to buy 96 Boeing AH-64E Apache helicopters
This acquisition positions Poland as the largest operator of the Apache helicopter outside of the United States, making it the 19th nation to add the AH-64E to its arsenal.