Defense News Aerospace 2024
Chinese Flying Wing Drone Spotted Fueling Speculation Over Military Capabilities
A video recently circulated on the Chinese social media platform Weibo and later shared on X shows a mysterious flying-wing, unmanned drone, sparki...
Future Optical Equipment dedicated to NGAD Spotted on an F-22
It is well known that the famous American Raptor serves as a test platform for technologies that could later be incorporated into the innovative Ne...
Aero Vodochody Targets the African Market with the L-39NG at the Egyptian Air Show
AERO Vodochody AEROSPACE, a Czech aerospace manufacturer, reconnects with the African aerospace market by presenting its Aero L-39NG at the Egyptia...
Ukrainian troops down mysterious Russian jet-powered drone
Ukrainian troops successfully intercepted a mysterious new type of Russian jet-powered drone, marking the first appearance of this unmanned aerial ...
Argentina receives first P-3C Orion anti-submarine aircraft from Norway
On September 2, 2024, the first of four P-3 Orion aircraft acquired by the Argentine Navy from Norway arrived at the Almirante Zar Naval Air Base i...
HAL and Safran Collaborate on Nex-Gen Aravalli Engine to Propel India's IMRH Helicopter
On August 30, 2024, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and SAFHAL Helicopter Engines Pvt. Ltd. (SAFHAL) formalized their collaboration by signing ...
Canada to acquire MQ-9B SkyGuardian Drones to monitor Arctic Ocean
The Canadian government has confirmed its plans to enhance its technological presence in the Arctic by purchasing 11 high-tech drones from an Ameri...
After Success in Thailand, Saab Aims for New Order of 40 Gripen Fighters from Philippines
The Swedish company Saab, recently chosen by Thailand to modernize its air force with its Gripen fighters, is now turning its attention to the Phil...
US Air National Guard Trains in Austria with F-35 Lightning II Multirole Combat Aircraft
To strengthen international ties and enhance global security, the Vermont Air National Guard (VTANG) is preparing to deploy a contingent of Airmen ...
First flight of Model 437 Vanguard validates Northrop Grumman’s digital ecosystem
During a recent demonstration, Northrop Grumman integrated its digital ecosystem and advanced production capabilities to construct wings for the Mo...
Czech Republic Extends JAS 39 Gripen Fighter Jet Lease with Sweden Until F-35 Arrival in 2027
On August 31, 2024, the Czech Republic officially signed an agreement with Sweden to extend the lease of its fleet of JAS 39 Gripen fighters beyond...