Defense News Aerospace 2024
India cleared to buy 31 GA-ASI MQ-9B SkyGuardian RPAS and associated equipment
The U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency on February 1 announced that the State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreig...
Leonardo DRS delivers 1,000th Solaris laser system for rotor and fixed-wing aircraft protection
Leonardo DRS has announced a significant milestone with the delivery of its 1,000th Solaris ruggedized laser system, a critical component of Northr...
Turkish Air Force F-16 fleet to be upgraded and expanded in $23Bn deal
On January 26, 2024, the US State Department approved a potential massive Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to the Republic of Türkiye for F-16 aircraft ...
Russian Sukhoi S-70 Okhotnik unmanned strategic bomber ready for mass production as soon as 2025
According to information shared on Russian social media on January 29, 2024, Russia is set to commence serial production of the S-70 'Okhotnik' ('H...
Senegal to buy South Korean KAI FA-50 Light Combat Aircraft
Senegal is making strides in bolstering its air capabilities with the acquisition of FA-50 Fighting Eagle light combat aircraft from South Korea, a...
Northrop Grumman starts production of sixth-generation B-21 Raider stealth bomber
On January 22, 2024, the U.S. Department of Defense marked a significant milestone by commencing low-scale production of the Northrop Grumman B-21 ...
Croatia to acquire eight UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters in $500 Mn deal
On January 26, 2024, the US State Department approved a potential Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to the Government of Croatia, involving the acquisiti...
Lockheed Martin delivers 75th APY-9 radar for Northrop Grumman-built E-2D Advanced Hawkeye
Lockheed Martin has delivered the 75th APY-9 radar under its contract with Northrop Grumman for the U.S. Navy's E-2D Advanced Hawkeye program. This...
Czech Republic and US sign $6.6 Bn deal for 24 F-35 fighter jets
On 29 January 2024, the Czech Republic signed a monumental agreement with the United States for the acquisition of 24 F-35 fighter jets, marking th...
Etienne Lacroix acquires Milton drone manufacturer
As part of its equipment manufacturer strategy, the French Etienne Lacroix Group (€150M in sales) is boosting its position as a pyrotechnic systems...
Training of Ukrainian pilots on F-16s in United States
The Pentagon has disclosed new details on the training of Ukrainian pilots and maintenance personnel in the United States, as Ukraine prepares to r...
US State Department clears sale of 40 F-35A fighters to Hellenic Air Force
The U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency on January 26 announced that the State Department made a determination approving a possible Foreign Mi...
Brunei's Air Force welcomes new Airbus C295MW medium tactical transport aircraft
On January 25, 2024, the Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) welcomed the arrival of Airbus C295MW aircraft during an official ceremony at the Rimba Ai...
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems' Gray Eagle 25M UAS completes maiden flight
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) achieved a significant milestone on December 5, 2023, as they successfully conducted the inaugu...
HX-21 completes V-22 Osprey sea trials aboard HMS Prince of Wales
In November 2023, the V-22 Test Team at Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (HX) TWO ONE conducted an extensive series of Dynamic Interface (DI) Ship-...
Ukrainian Main Directorate of Intelligence receives Mi-2 AM1 helicopter from Polish benefactors
The Main Intelligence Directorate of Ukraine's Ministry of Defense recently received a Mi-2 AM1 medical helicopter as a generous donation from Poli...
Germany to deliver 6 Sea King Mk41 helicopters to Ukraine
Germany is set to significantly enhance Ukraine's military capabilities with the transfer of six Sea King Mk41 helicopters, marking the first time ...
French Ministry of Interior orders 42 Airbus H145 helicopters for law enforcement and rescue missions
In late 2023, the French Armament General Directorate (DGA) placed an order for 42 brand-new Airbus H145 helicopters on behalf of the Ministry of I...
US Central Command launches retaliatory airstrikes on Hezbollah military bases in Iraq
On January 24, 2024, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced that it had conducted airstrikes against facilities used by the Kataib Hezbollah (K...
UMEX 2024: US company Aerovel showcases Flexrotor UAS after successful US Navy evaluation
At the UMEX 2024 exhibition in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Aerovel, a US-based company recently acquired by Airbus Helicopters, showcases its ...