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February 14, 2025
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Training and Simulation

CAE to Create Next-Gen Fighter Training for Canada

The Royal Canadian Air Force has selected CAE to develop its Future Fighter Lead-in Training (FFLIT) program, aimed at readying pilots for the F-35 Lightning II fighter fleet. The...

February 14, 2025
G.Krish
Defence news online - Air Platforms

STOL Patrol Aircraft Delivered to Danish Home Guard

To strengthen its domestic mission capabilities, Denmark’s Home Guard has taken delivery of two De Havilland Twin Otter short takeoff and landing aircraft under an eight-year lease agreement. The...

February 14, 2025
G.Krish
Combat Service and Support Equipment

Leonardo DRS BMS Selected for Thai Stryker Fleet

Under a contract valued at more than $7 million, Leonardo DRS will supply and install advanced battle management systems on the Royal Thai Army’s Stryker 8×8 armored vehicles. The...

February 13, 2025
G.Krish
Unmanned Systems

Elistair to Provide Tethered Drone to Defense Partner

French drone developer Elistair has signed a €3 million ($3.1 million) agreement to deliver its Kronos “drone-in-a-box” tethered aerial system to a partner military force. The deal covers system...

February 13, 2025
G.Krish
Naval Platforms

Sweden Buys Gavia Underwater Drones from Teledyne

To bolster its mine countermeasure capabilities, Sweden has signed a 190 million SEK ($17 million) deal with Teledyne Marine for the supply of “Gavia” autonomous underwater vehicles. The agreement,...

February 13, 2025
G.Krish
Land Platforms

Milrem to Debut New 8×8 Robotic Combat Vehicle

Milrem Robotics of Estonia is set to debut its advanced HAVOC 8×8 Robotic Combat Vehicle at IDEX 2025 in the UAE. Described by the company as the “pinnacle of...

February 13, 2025
G.Krish
Combat Service and Support Equipment

Royal Navy EW System Reaches Final Testing Stage

The first production unit of the Royal Navy’s advanced MEWSIC (Maritime Electronic Warfare System Integrated Capability) has exited the assembly line and entered its final phase of testing and...

February 12, 2025
G.Krish
Naval Platforms

Rauma Delivers First Pohjanmaa Corvette Hull to Finland

The hull of Finland’s first Pohjanmaa-class multi-role corvette has been completed by Rauma Marine Constructions, marking a key milestone in the vessel’s production. Final outfitting is now underway in...

February 12, 2025
G.Krish
Land Platforms

Iran Displays Upgraded Bavar-373 During Drills

During the “Eqtedar” military drills held in Iran’s central Isfahan province, an improved version of the domestically produced Bavar-373 air defense system was unveiled. The updated system now features...

February 12, 2025
G.Krish
Training and Simulation

Netherlands First to Purchase Pilatus PC-7 MKX Trainer

Pilatus has secured its first customer for the new PC-7 MKX flight training system, with the Netherlands signing a contract for its acquisition. The deal covers eight aircraft, four...