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November 22, 2024
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Romania Inks Deal with U.S. to Buy F-35 Jets

NATO member Romania has signed an agreement with the United States to purchase 32 F-35 fighter jets, marking the country’s most significant military investment to date. The estimated $6.5...

November 21, 2024
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Poland Receives Last Two S-70i Helicopters from Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin has delivered the final two S-70i medium transport/utility helicopters to the Polish Armed Forces, fulfilling a contract signed in 2021. The delivery, managed by Lockheed’s Polish subsidiary...

November 20, 2024
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Russia Unveils NV.17 Hybrid Helicopter to Bridge Light-Heavy Gap

The development of Russia’s new NV.17 hybrid helicopter has progressed to the technical design phase, following the successful completion of its preliminary and draft design stages. Developed by Heliburo,...

November 20, 2024
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New Zealand Receives 4th C-130J-30, Boosting Air Transport Fleet

The Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) has received its fourth C-130J-30 Super Hercules, which arrived at RNZAF Base Auckland, Whenuapai, in late October 2024. Designated NZ7014, the aircraft...

November 19, 2024
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Pentagon, UK, Australia Forge Hypersonic Testing Alliance

The Pentagon has announced a new partnership with Australia and the United Kingdom to advance hypersonic testing, aiming to enhance testing facilities and boost information sharing among the three...

November 19, 2024
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U.S. Clears $160M F-16 Engine Support Deal for Greece

The US State Department has approved a $160 million foreign military sale to Greece for F-16 engine support services. The package includes engine maintenance, spare parts, ground handling equipment,...

November 19, 2024
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Airbus Delivers First H145M Helicopter to Germany Under 82-Aircraft Deal

Less than a year after the contract was signed, Airbus Helicopters has delivered the first of up to 82 H145M helicopters ordered by Germany, with the handover taking place...

November 18, 2024
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Textron Secures $277M Deal for T-54A Trainers With U.S. Military

Textron Aviation has secured a $277 million contract to manufacture next-generation T-54A trainer aircraft for the U.S. military. Under procurement lots 2 and 3, a total of 26 aircraft...

November 18, 2024
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China’s New PL-15E Missile and J-35A Stealth Jet Seen as Major Threat to India

The Zhuhai Air Show in Guangdong province, southern China, showcases an impressive lineup including the J-20, Russia’s fifth-generation Su-57 fighter, and the newly unveiled J-35A. Also featured are a...

November 15, 2024
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Leonardo to Supply ATR 42 Patrol Aircraft to Italian Coast Guard

Leonardo has secured a contract to supply a Multirole Maritime Patrol Aircraft based on the ATR 42-600 commercial platform for the Italian Coast Guard. The acquisition supports the service’s...