Military aircraft, defense contracts, and aerospace defense
The U.S. Navy has selected the Gentex Pursuit helmet as the Next Generation Fixed Wing Helmet (NGFWH) to equip flight crews of E-2D, F/A-18, E/A-18G, T-45, T-6 and UJTS. Gentex Corporation has announced that the U.S. Navy’s Naval Aircrew Systems program office (PMA-202) selected its Pursuit helmet as the Next Generation Fixed Wing Helmet (NGFWH). […]
Embraer announced that it has entered into a strategic partnership with Adani Defence & Aerospace, which is an… The post Embraer partners with Adani to build regional aircraft in India appeared first on AeroTime.
A report by The Telegraph claims that France has opposed an EU plan that would allow Ukraine to… The post Did France oppose an EU plan to buy British Storm Shadow missiles for Ukraine? appeared first on AeroTime.
The service plans to select satellite manufacturers as soon as March for the Geosynchronous Reconnaissance & Surveillance (RG-XX) program, The post Space Force set to choose contractors for next-gen GEO spy satellites appeared first on SpaceNews.
Lithuania has postponed its planned procurement of new military transport aircraft and will instead modernize its existing C-27J… The post Lithuania delays Embraer C-390 airlifter order, extends Spartan fleet to 2036 appeared first on AeroTime.
The company makes phased-array ground stations that connect with satellites across multiple orbits The post Northwood Space raises $100 million Series B, lands $49 million Space Force deal appeared first on SpaceNews.
Israel’s Ministry of Defense has signed a multi-year contract worth approximately $183 million to procure air munitions from Elbit Systems, the ministry announced this week. The order was issued by the Defense Procurement Directorate (DPD) and formally signed by Ministry Director General Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amir Baram. The agreement covers the supply of air-delivered munitions […]
The United States Air Force has moved at least 42 heavy transport aircraft into the Middle East between January 18 and January 26, 2026, according to open-source flight tracking data and analyst reports monitoring U.S. military air movements. Data compiled from publicly available flight trackers shows that 41 C-17A Globemaster III aircraft and one C-5M […]
The United States Air Force’s 92nd Air Refueling Wing announced that Fairchild Air Force Base in Washington will conduct an active threat response exercise on January 29, 2026, as part of routine emergency readiness training for personnel across the installation. According to the 92nd Air Refueling Wing, the exercise will involve base-wide participation and is […]
A record-breaking year for F-35 deliveries, but the truth behind the numbers may surprise you.
The first of four aircraft arrived at RAAF Base Edinburgh, South Australia late last week and is expected to act as an airborne intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and electronic warfare aircraft. Operated by Number 10 Squadron, the MC-55A Peregrine will be based at RAAF Edinburgh.
Around 45 B-1B bombers remain in service, giving the USAF 45% of its peak strength, while another 27 are in varying condition in storage.
South Korean conglomerate Hanwha Systems is partnering with Canada’s MDA Space to explore collaboration on the development of a defense satellite constellation for the Asian nation. The post Hanwha exploring South Korean defense constellation with MDA Space and Telesat appeared first on SpaceNews.
The Southern United States is rich in aviation history—from the Navy’s earliest air stations in…
By Sam Oleson John Duffy, who flew the Sikorsky HH-3E helicopter during the Vietnam War, will present about his experiences in the Jolly Green Giant as part of the EAA Aviation Museum Speaker Series on Thursday, February 19, at 7 p.m. John’s military service began in February 1954, when he enlisted in the U.S. Air […] The post Jolly Green Giant Pilot to Present at Museum Speaker Series first appeared on Hangar Flying.
Government-owned Athena system aggregates data from an array of sensors to create a full picture of UAS activity.
Italy’s Army has taken delivery of its first SAMP/T New Generation (NG) and GRIFO surface-to-air missile systems. The… The post Italian Army receives first SAMP/T NG and GRIFO air defense systems appeared first on AeroTime.
The UK’s MoD has invited seven firms to propose their designs for Project NYX, which will give the AH-64 Apache an unmanned loyal wingman. The U.K. Ministry of Defence (MoD) took a new step towards Project NYX on Jan. 24, 2026, by inviting seven European and U.S. companies to present their designs. The new development […]
Indonesia has received its first three Dassault Rafale fighter jets from France, marking the start of deliveries under… The post Indonesia’s first Rafale jets arrive, starting deliveries for 42-aircraft order appeared first on AeroTime.
On Jan. 26, 2026, Embraer announced its presence at the 10th edition of the Singapore Airshow, taking place from Feb. 3 to 8. Embraer will display what it calls “the world’s quietest, most fuel-efficient aircraft,” the E195-E2, and the “versatile multi-mission” KC-390 Millennium tactical transport aircraft. Eve Air Mobility, part of the Embraer group, will […] The post Embraer brings E195-E2 and KC-390 aircraft to the Singapore Airshow appeared first on Travel Radar - Aviation News.