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July 4, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

India Eyes Global Sixth-Generation Fighter Collaboration to Accelerate Air Combat Modernization

India’s Ministry of Defence is exploring a strategic partnership with Europe’s leading sixth-generation fighter aircraft programmes, signaling its intent to remain at the forefront of future air combat technologies....

June 29, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Raytheon Lands $1.1B US Navy Order for More Than 1,900 AIM-9X Missiles

The US Navy has awarded Raytheon a $1.1 billion contract modification to manufacture more than 1,900 AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II missiles for the US military and international partners. The...

June 29, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

US Navy Awards Lockheed Martin $74M to Integrate UK and Italian Weapons on F-35s

The US Navy has awarded Lockheed Martin a $74.2 million contract modification to integrate UK- and Italy-specific weapon systems into the F-35A and F-35B as part of the Block...

June 28, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Su-57E Deal for India Includes Local Manufacturing and Advanced AI-Enabled Capabilities

Negotiations between India and Russia over the acquisition and local production of the Su-57E fifth-generation fighter have reportedly reached an advanced stage, with Moscow offering a package that combines...

June 27, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

India Seeks Up to 60% Localization for Rafale F4 Production Under MRFA Program

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has proposed that at least 40% indigenous content be incorporated into the planned procurement of 96 Rafale fighter aircraft, which are expected to be...

June 26, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

US Clears $250M F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler Training Deal for Australia

The US State Department has cleared a potential $250-million Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to Australia for training and support related to its F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft....

June 25, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Saab Delivers Last Gripen C Fighters to Hungary Under Expansion Program

Hungary has taken delivery of its final JAS 39 Gripen C fighter aircraft from Saab, completing the acquisition of four additional aircraft ordered under a 2024 agreement. The last...

June 25, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Airbus Delivers First H145M Multi-Role Helicopter to Belgium

Belgium has received its first H145M multi-role military helicopter from Airbus, marking a significant milestone in the country’s ongoing defense modernization program. The delivery is part of a 17-aircraft...

June 23, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

RCAF Receives First CT-153 Juno Helicopter for FAcT Program

Canada has received the first Airbus H135 helicopter designated for its Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program, a major initiative aimed at preparing the next generation of Royal Canadian Air...

June 22, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

UK Awards Leonardo Contract to Support Aircraft Readiness With Key Spare Supplies

The UK’s defense procurement organization has awarded Leonardo UK a contract worth 27 million pounds ($36 million) to provide essential aircraft consumable spares for the nation’s fixed-wing and rotary-wing...