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July 7, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

US Air National Guard Evaluates Virtuix AI-Enabled Virtual Reality Training System

The Air National Guard is assessing immersive simulation technology to create more realistic and effective defense training experiences. A Pennsylvania-based Air National Guard unit will evaluate Virtuix’s AI-powered Omni...

May 8, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Lockheed Martin’s F-35 Program Receives 140 Training Systems From Cubic Defense

Cubic Defense has been selected to provide air combat training subsystems for Lockheed Martin’s Lot 21 production of Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II fighter jets. The follow-on agreement expands...

April 15, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Seoul Targets 11,000 Drone Procurement to Strengthen Training Programs

South Korea’s military is planning to procure approximately 11,000 commercial drones for training purposes by the end of the year, according to Yonhap News Agency. The acquisition process is...

April 7, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Australian Army Scales Up First-Person Drone Training Programs

The Australian Army is expanding its training framework to accelerate the integration of first-person view (FPV) attack drones across its operational units. Personnel from both combat and support formations...

March 26, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

US Plans Drone Training Program as Part of African Lion 2026

The US Army is set to roll out unmanned aerial system (UAS) training as part of the African Lion 2026 exercise, aiming to enhance regional security capabilities while integrating...

March 26, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Britain to Offer Comprehensive Training and Support for Turkey’s Typhoon Jets

The UK has finalized an agreement with Turkey to supply training, support equipment, and associated services for Ankara’s planned fleet of Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft. As part of the deal,...

March 3, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

BAE Subsidiary Awarded Contract to Upgrade Italy’s Military Simulation Platforms

BAE Systems has revealed that its subsidiary OneArc has secured a five-year contract to modernize the Italian Army’s virtual training infrastructure. As part of the agreement, the army will...

March 3, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Finland Introduces Advanced XR Platform for High-Speed Tactical Simulation

Varjo is transforming immersive training for Finland’s armed forces with its Integrated XR Systems, a comprehensive extended reality solution designed for use in secure and isolated environments. The turnkey...

January 27, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Leonardo Unveils Advanced Simulator Bridging Real Flights and Virtual Combat Zones

Leonardo is aiming to reshape military pilot training with FITS4TOP (Future Integrated Training System for TOP Pilots), a next-generation simulation environment that merges live flight operations with virtual training....

January 20, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Top German Aces Chosen for Air Combat Program

Germany’s selection of Top Aces for long-term aggressor and operational training services highlights the growing reliance on contractor-provided adversary air solutions. Valued at up to €420 million over 10...