Romania adds new F-16 squadron to NATO air policing
Romania has begun flying a second F-16 squadron in NATO’s air policing mission, expanding its role in securing the Alliance’s eastern flank, according to Allied Air Command.
Airbus, Leonardo and Thales plan joint European space firm
Airbus, Leonardo and Thales have signed a memorandum of understanding to combine their space activities into a single European company, the three firms announced.
US soldier commands autonomous Black Hawk drone
A US Army National Guard soldier has become the first person without formal pilot training to plan and execute autonomous helicopter missions using Lockheed Martin Sikorsky’s MATRIX technology, the company stated.
RAAF upgrades Poseidon fleet with new sensors and systems
Boeing has begun the Increment 3 Block 2 modification programme for the Royal Australian Air Force’s P-8A Poseidon fleet and Australia has taken delivery of its 13th aircraft, according to the company.
UK, Qatar deepen defence ties with new agreement
Britain and Qatar have signed a new defence agreement aimed at strengthening military cooperation and improving interoperability between their armed forces.
Russia violated European airspace 20 times last month
Russia violated European airspace 20 times in October, according to a report by Ukraine’s Center for Countering Disinformation.
New American fighter drone begins flight testing
Anduril has begun flight testing of its YFQ-44A prototype for the U.S. Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft programme.
MPs warn F-35 jet faces critical gaps and rising costs
MPs warn that despite its cutting-edge technology, Britain’s F-35 fighter programme is being undermined by delays, staffing shortfalls, and spiralling costs that threaten its long-term effectiveness.
F-18 scores ‘gun kill’ against F-35 jet from British carrier
A photograph shows a US Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet appearing to score a 'simulated gun kill' on a British F-35B Lightning operating from HMS Prince of Wales during training over the Pacific.
NATO downs unidentified drone over Estonia
NATO personnel stationed in southern Estonia have shot down an unidentified drone near Camp Reedo, a military base hosting US forces less than 30 miles from the Russian border.
