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The current configuration of the HH-60W lacks an active infrared countermeasure capability and relies solely on missile warning systems without a means to defeat incoming threats, exposing the helicopter to infrared-guided missiles such as MANPADS. (Picture source: US Air Force) The current configuration of the HH-60W lacks an active infrared countermeasure capability and relies solely on missile warning systems without a means to defeat incoming threats, exposing the helicopter to infrared-guided missiles such as MANPADS. (Picture source: US Air Force)

US Air Force to protect HH-60W rescue helicopters from missile attacks with new laser defense

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
The HH-60W Jolly Green II fleet of the U.S. Air Force is set to gain enhanced survivability against infrared-guided missile threats as the service ...
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BAE Systems’ Typhoon APKWS trial signals a shift toward low-cost, scalable aerial interception as air forces adapt to the growing threat of mass uncrewed systems (Picture Source: BAE Systems) BAE Systems’ Typhoon APKWS trial signals a shift toward low-cost, scalable aerial interception as air forces adapt to the growing threat of mass uncrewed systems (Picture Source: BAE Systems)

UK Trials BAE Systems APKWS-Guided Rockets on Typhoon Fighter Jet to Counter Rising Drone Threat at Lower Cost

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
On April 8, 2026, BAE Systems announced that a Royal Air Force Typhoon test and evaluation aircraft had successfully fired an APKWS-guided weapon d...
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The AGM-86B is a nuclear-armed, air-launched, subsonic cruise missile developed by Boeing for the U.S. Air Force, which entered service in December 1982 and remains operational as of 2026 as part of the U.S. nuclear triad missile inventory. (Picture source: U.S. Air Force) The AGM-86B is a nuclear-armed, air-launched, subsonic cruise missile developed by Boeing for the U.S. Air Force, which entered service in December 1982 and remains operational as of 2026 as part of the U.S. nuclear triad missile inventory. (Picture source: U.S. Air Force)

Boeing to keep AGM-86B nuclear cruise missiles combat-ready for US Air Force bombers until 2033

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
The nuclear AGM-86B Air-Launched Cruise Missile (ALCM) will remain combat-capable as Boeing secures a sustainment role to extend its operational li...
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The U.S. Army has demonstrated an AH-64E Apache launching an Altius-700 autonomous system, marking a shift toward networked, standoff attack aviation that extends reach while reducing risk to crews (Picture Source: Anduril) The U.S. Army has demonstrated an AH-64E Apache launching an Altius-700 autonomous system, marking a shift toward networked, standoff attack aviation that extends reach while reducing risk to crews (Picture Source: Anduril)

U.S. Army Apache Evolves from Cold War Tank Killer to Networked Combat Node Enabled by Anduril Altius-700

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
On April 6, 2026, Anduril released footage and details showing a US Army AH-64E Apache executing, for the first time, a rocket-powered launch of an...
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One of the most important advantages of the Cessna Skycourier is its ability to operate from short and unimproved runways, a critical aspect for special forces, which often deploy to remote or denied areas without established air infrastructure. (Picture source: Textron Aviation) One of the most important advantages of the Cessna Skycourier is its ability to operate from short and unimproved runways, a critical aspect for special forces, which often deploy to remote or denied areas without established air infrastructure. (Picture source: Textron Aviation)

Belgium becomes first military operator of US Cessna SkyCourier aircraft for Special Forces operations

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
Belgium has become the first military operator of the US Cessna 408 SkyCourier, following the acquisition of five aircraft from Textron Aviation to...
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South Korea unveils its indigenous KUS-FS MALE drone, a long-endurance surveillance platform designed to strengthen real-time monitoring of North Korean command and missile targets (Picture source: South Korea MoD). South Korea unveils its indigenous KUS-FS MALE drone, a long-endurance surveillance platform designed to strengthen real-time monitoring of North Korean command and missile targets (Picture source: South Korea MoD).

South Korea Introduces First KUS-FS MALE Drone to Build Sovereign ISR Network Against North Korea

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
South Korea has unveiled its first KUS-FS MALE drone in Busan, marking entry into operational fielding of a sovereign ISR platform. The April 8 rol...
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Morocco’s second batch of AH-64E Apache helicopters strengthens the Royal Moroccan Air Force’s precision strike, reconnaissance, and close air support capabilities, marking a major step in Rabat’s shift toward a modern, networked attack aviation force (Picture source: Moroccan MoD). Morocco’s second batch of AH-64E Apache helicopters strengthens the Royal Moroccan Air Force’s precision strike, reconnaissance, and close air support capabilities, marking a major step in Rabat’s shift toward a modern, networked attack aviation force (Picture source: Moroccan MoD).

Morocco Receives Second Batch of U.S. AH-64E Apache Helicopters Expanding Combat Strike Capability

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
Morocco has received a second batch of Boeing AH-64E Apache attack helicopters, expanding its fleet to 12 aircraft. The new tranche, reported April...
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Chile’s KC-135E tanker refueled U.S. F-35A fighters en route to FIDAE 2026, signaling deeper operational interoperability and regional airpower cooperation in the Western Hemisphere (Picture Source: U.S. SOUTHCOM) Chile’s KC-135E tanker refueled U.S. F-35A fighters en route to FIDAE 2026, signaling deeper operational interoperability and regional airpower cooperation in the Western Hemisphere (Picture Source: U.S. SOUTHCOM)

Chile’s KC-135E First Refueling of U.S. F-35A Demonstrates Fifth Generation Airpower Reach Across Latin America

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
On April 5, 2026, the Chilean Air Force announced that one of its KC-135 Stratotankers had refueled two U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II fighters ...
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New footage from Larissa in Greece appears to show the elusive RQ-180 stealth drone with a visible underside sensor, offering rare evidence of its likely deep-penetration ISR role (Pictures Source: Efthymios Siakaras / TF23 Photo) New footage from Larissa in Greece appears to show the elusive RQ-180 stealth drone with a visible underside sensor, offering rare evidence of its likely deep-penetration ISR role (Pictures Source: Efthymios Siakaras / TF23 Photo)

U.S. RQ-180 Stealth Drone Seen in Greece Offers Rare Insight into Sensors and Mission Role

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
On April 6, 2026, newly released footage from Larissa in Greece provided one of the clearest public views yet of the aircraft widely believed in op...
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South Korea’s transfer of a KF-21 prototype to Indonesia supports talks on a 16-aircraft deal, boosts Jakarta’s airpower modernization, and strengthens the fighter’s export prospects (Picture source: Army Recognition Group). South Korea’s transfer of a KF-21 prototype to Indonesia supports talks on a 16-aircraft deal, boosts Jakarta’s airpower modernization, and strengthens the fighter’s export prospects (Picture source: Army Recognition Group).

South Korea Transfers KF-21 Prototype to Indonesia to Secure First 16-Fighter Export Deal

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
South Korea is transferring a KF-21 Boramae prototype to Indonesia, accelerating negotiations for a 16-aircraft deal. The February 2026 agreement c...
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U.S. B-2 Spirit bombers reportedly struck a hardened Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps bunker near Tehran with GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator during Operation Epic Fury, highlighting Washington’s ability to rapidly target deeply buried leadership sites during an active rescue mission (Picture Source: U.S. Air Force / Britannica) U.S. B-2 Spirit bombers reportedly struck a hardened Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps bunker near Tehran with GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator during Operation Epic Fury, highlighting Washington’s ability to rapidly target deeply buried leadership sites during an active rescue mission (Picture Source: U.S. Air Force / Britannica)

U.S. B-2 Bombers Hit Underground IRGC Command Bunker in Tehran With 30,000-lb GBU-57 Bunker Buster Bombs

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
On April 7, 2026, The Wall Street Journal reported that U.S. B-2 Spirit stealth bombers struck an underground Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps com...
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The FY2027 U.S. defense budget request funds 38 F-35A fighters for the Air Force within a broader 85-aircraft joint buy, reinforcing fifth-generation airpower as a core element of American combat readiness and multi-service operations (Picture Source U.S. Air Force) The FY2027 U.S. defense budget request funds 38 F-35A fighters for the Air Force within a broader 85-aircraft joint buy, reinforcing fifth-generation airpower as a core element of American combat readiness and multi-service operations (Picture Source U.S. Air Force)

U.S. Requests 38 F-35As for Air Force in New Budget Proposal Under 85-Aircraft Plan to Reinforce Stealth Power

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
In April 2026, the FY2027 Procurement Programs P-1 document confirmed that the U.S. Air Force is set to receive 38 F-35A Lightning II fighters unde...
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