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The Global Combat Air Program (GCAP) unites Italy, the UK, and Japan in the joint development of a sixth-generation stealth fighter to replace the Eurofighter Typhoon in Italian and British service and the Mitsubishi F-2 in Japan by 2035. (Picture source: Edgewing)

Germany considers joining Edgewing's GCAP fighter jet program as FCAS tensions grow

| Defense News Aerospace 2025
As reported by Reuters on December 4, 2025, Germany may consider joining Edgewing's Global Combat Air Program (GCAP) in the coming years, Italian Def…
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A Royal Canadian Air Force CF-18 releases a GBU-12 over Eglin Air Force Base during a US-run Weapons System Evaluation Program, which tests live precision-guided munitions in realistic conditions. This type of training underpins Canada’s move to expand its precision strike capabilities through the newly approved 2.68 billion dollar US air strike weapons package (Picture Source: U.S. Air Force)

U.S. Greenlights $2.68B Air-Strike Weapons Package Aimed at Reinforcing Canada’s Deterrence

| Defense News Aerospace 2025
On December 4, 2025, the United States signaled a further deepening of North American defense integration by clearing a possible 2.68 billion dollar…
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At EDEX 2025, the Arab Organization for Industrialization showcased newly manufactured Rafale wing components, marking Egypt’s first confirmed production of parts for the French multirole fighter under its expanding industrial partnership with Dassault Aviation (Picture source: Army Recognition Group).

EDEX 2025: Egypt Begins Certified Rafale Component Production in Local Aerospace Factories

| Defense News Aerospace 2025
Egypt has confirmed that its industry is now manufacturing certified Rafale fighter components, a move showcased at EDEX 2025. The shift gives Cairo…
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U.S. Marine AH-1Z Viper crews at Camp Pendleton practiced fast, precise close air support during Steel Knight 25, a timely readiness push as U.S. forces track rising tensions around Venezuela (Picture Source: DVIDS)

U.S. Marines AH-1Z Attack Helicopter Crews Sharpen Strike Skills Amid Rising Caribbean Demands

| Defense News Aerospace 2025
On 2 December 2025, AH-1Z Viper crews from Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 267 (HMLA-267) at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton executed…
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South Korea has kicked off a domestic short-range air-to-air missile program for the KF-21 fighter jet, a move aimed at boosting the aircraft's autonomy and long-term export appeal (Picture Source: Korean Aerospace Industries)

South Korea Starts Domestic Short-Range Air-to-Air Missile Program for the KF-21 Fighter Jet

| Defense News Aerospace 2025
On 2nd December 2025, South Korea’s arms procurement authorities confirmed the launch of a 435.9 billion won (about $296 million) program to develop…
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The Tiger ARH, based on the French Tiger HAP, can fire AGM-114 Hellfire II and Mistral missiles, as well as 70 mm rockets developed by Belgian manufacturer Thales FZ, and use a nose-mounted 30 mm cannon. (Picture source: Australian MoD)

Australia in talks to donate retired Tiger ARH attack helicopters to Ukraine

| Defense News Aerospace 2025
As reported by ABC News on December 3, 2025, Australia is reviewing the potential transfer of its retiring Tiger Armed Reconnaissance Helicopters (AR…
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Turkish Aerospace showcases its full airpower portfolio at EDEX 2025, highlighting the KAAN fifth-generation fighter, HÜRJET trainer, ANKA and ANKA III unmanned systems, T129 ATAK helicopter, and Şimşek target drone as the company strengthens its export presence across the Middle East and Africa (Picture source: Army Recognition Group).

Turkish Aerospace Targets Middle Eastern and African Markets With Full Portfolio at EDEX 2025

| Defense News Aerospace 2025
Turkish Aerospace opened EDEX 2025 with a full lineup of fighters, trainers, helicopters, and unmanned systems as Türkiye leads the largest national…
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A previous Russian proposal foresaw an initial delivery of about 20 to 30 Su-57Es to India within three to four years, followed by the local production of a further 70 to 100 units by the early 2030s. (Picture source: Yaplakal/Gurzho)

Analysis: Could the Su-57E become India’s next fighter jet as Putin arrives in New Delhi?

| Defense News Aerospace 2025
As reported by Bloomberg on November 30, 2025, India and Russia are preparing for an unusually wide-ranging defence discussion during President Vladi…
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Twin tube Bolas GAM 102LR launcher shown at EDEX 2025, featuring a fifth-generation long-range ATGM with fire and forget and man in the loop guidance, dual band IR and TV seeker, top attack capability, and a range advertised between 6 and 10 km, designed for both dismounted teams and vehicle integration (Picture source: Army Recognition Group).

EDEX 2025: Chinese Bolas GAM 102LR Unveiled in New Twin Tube Launcher for Long Range Strikes

| Defense News Aerospace 2025
The Bolas GAM 102LR missile appeared at EDEX 2025 in Cairo with a new twin-tube pedestal launcher, highlighting a shift toward vehicle-ready precisio…
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A Hellfire armed AC-130J Ghostrider gunship operating alongside Marine AV-8B Harrier II jets from the reactivated Roosevelt Roads base in Puerto Rico highlights a sustained, forward-positioned U.S. airpower presence within rapid reach of Venezuelan airspace and nearby sea lanes (Picture Source: U.S. Air Force/Lockheed Martin/RicardoArduengo)

AC-130J Gunship with Hellfire Missiles in Puerto Rico Signals U.S. Readiness Near Venezuela

| Defense News Aerospace 2025
On 1 December 2025, a photograph from the former Roosevelt Roads naval base in Ceiba, Puerto Rico, shows a U.S. Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier II taxiing…
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The Loong M9 possesses a wingspan of 2.5 m, a length of 3.5 m, an empty weight of 62.5 kg, and a maximum takeoff weight of 200 kg, for a maximum endurance comprised between eight and nine hours. (Picture source: Loong)

China tests a new Loong M9 attack drone modeled on Iran's Shahed-136

| Defense News Aerospace 2025
As reported by OSINTWarfare on December 2, 2025, China is testing the Loong M9, a new loitering munition that resembles the Iranian Shahed-136 in bot…
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Embraer KC-390 Millennium is a next-generation multi-mission military transport aircraft capable of carrying 26 tons of cargo, performing aerial refueling, medical evacuation, and operating from unprepared runways. Designed for high reliability and versatility, it supports a wide range of tactical and strategic missions for modern armed forces.

Brazil and Polish defense industry Sign Agreement to produce KC-390 Military Transport Aircraft in Poland

| Defense News Aerospace 2025
On December 2, 2025, Brazilian Company Embraer confirmed that it has entered into five strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with Poland’s state…
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