Leonardo targets huge revenue boost by 2030
Italian aerospace and defence group Leonardo has outlined plans to significantly expand orders, revenue and profitability by the end of the decade as part of an updated industrial strategy covering the period from 2026 to 2030, according to the company.
American KC-135 tanker lost during operation over Iraq
A U.S. Air Force KC-135 aerial refuelling aircraft has been lost over Iraq during ongoing military operations in the region, according to U.S. Central Command.
New NATO air defence missile to follow spiral model
A new low-cost surface-to-air missile being developed with European allies will initially be fielded with a minimum deployable capability before being upgraded through successive improvements.
New British military helicopter to enter service in 2031
The first of the new medium-lift military helicopters for the UK is expected to enter service in January 2031.
UK confirms limits on US strikes launched from British bases
The UK government has confirmed that United States forces are authorised to use British military bases only for limited defensive strikes against Iranian missile facilities, according to a series of parliamentary answers from the Ministry of Defence.
Over 120 British Army units now training with drones
More than 120 British Army units are now training to operate uncrewed air systems as the Army expands its use of drones and autonomous technologies across the force.
Sustainable aviation fuel to cost over twice jet fuel
Forecasts produced by the Ministry of Defence indicate that sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will remain significantly more expensive than conventional jet fuel for the foreseeable future.
America unveils high-speed runway-independent X-76 aircraft
The United States has unveiled a new experimental aircraft designed to combine jet-like speed with the flexibility of helicopter operations.
British fighter jets shoot down drones in Middle East
Typhoon fighter jets have shot down an uncrewed aerial system and intercepted a drone during overnight defensive operations in the Middle East, according to the Ministry of Defence.
UK pursuing options for airborne electromagnetic attack
The Ministry of Defence is exploring options to develop an airborne electromagnetic attack capability as part of wider efforts to strengthen operations in the electromagnetic battlespace.
