Defense News Aerospace 2024
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 ...
Lockheed Martin delivers first C-130J-30 Super Hercules to Georgia Air National Guard
Lockheed Martin delivered the first of eight C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifters to the Georgia Air National Guard during a ceremony today...
Saab receives order from Boeing to produce T-7A aft fuselages
Saab has received an award from Boeing to produce T-7A aft fuselage systems. The order value for Saab is USD 101.7 million (approximately SEK 1 bil...
South Korean F/A-50 soon to be fitted with compact version of Taurus cruise missile
The South Korean fighter aircraft F/A-50 is set to be equipped with a compact version of the Taurus cruise missile. Currently, the South Korean Air...
Saab signs GlobalEye AEW&C aircraft support contract with UAE
Saab and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Defence have signed a contract and Saab has received an order regarding in-service support for ...
All variants of US F-35s to be armed with AGM-88G anti-radiation missiles to blind air defense radars
In a report by Johnny Franks for Warrior Maven, it has been revealed that the U.S. is in the process of integrating Northrop Grumman's AGM-88G Adva...
Australian Defence confirms disposal of decommissioned MRH90 Taipans
In response to the recent article in Asia-Pacific Defence Reporter regarding the future of Australia's MRH 90 Taipan helicopters, the Australian De...
Royal Thai Air Force’s future vision includes purchase of 12 new fighter jets
As reported by Pattaya Mail, the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) is gearing up to unveil its development blueprint, which includes the acquisition of 1...
Ethiopia receives two ex-Indian Su-30K fighter jets from Russia
As reported on Russian social media on January 17, 2024, the Ethiopian Air Force has received two Su-30K fighter jets, raising questions and intere...
B-21 Raider stealth strategic bomber completes its second confirmed flight
The B-21 Raider, the United States' latest bomber aircraft, completed its second confirmed flight on January 17, 2024, at Edwards Air Force Base in...