12 February 2026
The Bell 505: Introducing the Height of Military VTOL Pilot Training
The Bell 505 is being used by multiple air forces as a military VTOL training platform,…
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12 February 2026
Indra Enhances the Performance of the Meteor Missile, One of the Most Advanced in the World and Operated by the Eurofighter, Rafale and Gripen
Indra upgrades the Meteor missile datalink, extending range, resilience and effectiveness across Eurofighter, Rafale and Gripen…
12 February 2026
GA-ASI Makes Another Autonomous Aerial Intercept in Company-Funded Demo with MQ-20 Avenger
GA-ASI demonstrates MQ-20 Avenger autonomous intercept, showcasing advanced mission autonomy and sensor-driven aerial engagement.
12 February 2026
The French Navy to Become First Operator of Airbus’ Aliaca Vertical Uncrewed Aerial System
French Navy becomes first operator of Airbus’ Aliaca VTOL drone, enhancing naval surveillance, flexibility, and rapid…
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Honeywell LED Landing Search Light Selected by Bell for the MV-75 Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft
Honeywell’s LED landing search light selected for Bell’s MV 75 FLRAA, enhancing mission performance, efficiency…
Embraer Appoints Leandro Marc Pienaar as Business Development Director in Southern Africa Region
Embraer strengthens its Defence & Security presence in Southern Africa with the appointment of Leandro…
The Eagle Turns 106 as the South African Air Force Marks Another Year of Service
The South African Air Force marks 106 years of service with a Prestige Parade at…
L-39 Skyfox Aircraft Showcased at Air Force Base Accra
The Ghana Air Force showcased the Aero L-39 Skyfox at Air Force Base Accra, highlighting…
F-35 Breaks Delivery Record
Lockheed Martin set a new F-35 delivery record in 2025 as the fighter jet continued…
Ghana Places First Order for Multi-Mission Airbus Helicopters
Ghana’s Ministry of Defence orders Airbus H175M, ACH175 and ACH160 helicopters to support multi-mission defence,…
SUBARU Bell 412EPX Embarks on its First Demo Tour in the Middle East
Bell has launched the first Middle East demonstration tour of the SUBARU Bell 412EPX, showcasing…
Daher Flies Its EyePulse MALE Drone
Daher has completed the first flight of its EyePulse MALE drone in Tarbes, meeting a…
Belgian Defense Selects PC-7 MKX for Its Basic Flight Training
Belgium has selected the Pilatus PC-7 MKX Training System for its new basic flight training…
Morocco Orders Ten Airbus H225M Helicopters
Morocco has ordered ten Airbus H225M helicopters to replace its ageing Puma fleet and enhance…
KC-390 Millennium and Gripen E Successfully Complete Refuelling Certification Flights
Embraer and Saab, together with the Brazilian Air Force, have completed in-flight refuelling certification flights…
Sikorsky Converts BLACK HAWK® into U-Hawk™, A Battle-Ready Autonomous UAS
Sikorsky transforms the UH-60L Black Hawk into the autonomous S-70UAS™ U-Hawk™, a next-generation uncrewed helicopter…
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Airbus Streamlines Its Tactical Uncrewed Aerial System Offering
Airbus consolidates its tactical uncrewed aerial systems, creating a unified portfolio under Airbus Helicopters to…
Lockheed Martin and Belgium Celebrate Arrival of First Belgian F-35 Aircraft
Belgium’s first F-35A Lightning II has arrived at Florennes Air Base. Lockheed Martin and the…
Safran Aero Boosters and BMT Aerospace to Manufacture Key Components for Pratt & Whitney’s F135 Engine Powering the F-35 Lightning II Aircraft
Safran Aero Boosters and BMT Aerospace to produce key F135 engine components for Pratt &…
Skunk Works and FalconWorks Announce Strategic Collaboration
Lockheed Martin Skunk Works and BAE Systems FalconWorks partner at DSEI to develop modular uncrewed…
SANDF Clarifies Status Of Oryx Helicopters
SANDF confirms its Oryx helicopters in the DRC are operational and maintained, dismissing claims of…
Embraer Defense Europe Signs Strategic MoUs with Lithuanian Partners, Strengthening Aerospace Cooperation and Innovation
Embraer Defense Europe has signed strategic MoUs with leading Lithuanian partners to strengthen aerospace cooperation,…
Colonel Mamah Agnidoufey Promoted to the Rank of Air Brigadier General
On 8 August 2025, Colonel Mamah Agnidoufey, Chief of Staff of the Air Force, was…
Embraer Offers New Scholarships to Train Master’s Students in Aeronautical Engineering
Embraer and ITA launch 2025 MSc in Aeronautical Engineering with monthly scholarships for 45 new…
First Airbus SIRTAP Prototype Ready to Start Ground Tests
Airbus has completed assembly of the first SIRTAP tactical uncrewed aerial system, now entering ground…
Hanwha Systems and Milkor Aerospace and Defence Sign Strategic MoU to Integrate AESA SAR Radar on Milkor 380 UAV for Global Export
Hanwha Systems and Milkor Aerospace and Defence signed an MoU at the Paris Air Show…
Embraer Celebrates A-29 Super Tucano 600,000 Flight Hours
Embraer celebrates 600,000 flight hours for the A-29 Super Tucano, a globally proven light attack…
Bell signs first SUBARU Bell 412EPX order in Africa
Bell Textron has signed a fleet purchase agreement for 12 SUBARU Bell 412EPX helicopters with…
Vrgineers Strengthens Business Relationship with Lockheed Martin
Vrgineers joins Lockheed Martin in a Czech industrial cooperation project supporting F-35 fighter integration with…
KC-390 Millennium: Embraer’s Multi-Mission Tanker Gains Ground Globally
Embraer’s KC-390 Millennium is gaining traction globally as a modern, multi-mission tanker and airlifter. With…
Armscor Tables Strategic Defence Path in Corporate Plan 2025
Armscor’s 2025 Corporate Plan outlines a strategic defence vision with a strong aviation focus, including…
