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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...

November 11, 2024
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Textron to Build 9 More LCAC 100 Hovercraft for U.S. Navy

The U.S. Navy has awarded Textron Systems a $394.2 million contract to construct nine more Landing Craft Air Cushion 100-class (LCAC 100) vessels. This order follows an initial contract...

November 8, 2024
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Dutch Ministry Orders 12 Airbus H225M Helicopters

The Dutch Ministry of Defense has signed a contract with Airbus for the acquisition of 12 H225M Caracal helicopters, with the agreement finalized during the Euronaval trade show in...

November 6, 2024
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Airbus Wins Deal to Deliver 19 H135 Trainers to Canadian Air Force

Airbus is set to supply 19 H135 training helicopters to the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) for the first time. The agreement was signed with SkyAlyne, the provider of...

October 23, 2024
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F-35 Upgrade Costs and Contract Delays Put Financial Pressure on Lockheed

Company officials stated in an earnings call that Lockheed Martin expects to reach a deal with the U.S. government before the year ends for the 18th and 19th lots...

October 19, 2024
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Mitsubishi in Japan Unveils Combat Support Drone Concept Video Inspired by J-20 Stealth Jet Design

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI), a Japanese defense contractor, has showcased concept designs for Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) to support Japan’s future fighter jet. The AI-driven CCA concepts were unveiled...

October 18, 2024
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Satellite links boost Taiwan’s ability to neutralize hostile drones.

Amid growing Chinese reconnaissance, Taiwan’s military is testing a drone countermeasure system connected via satellite, as part of a broader push to secure critical infrastructure and communications.