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The U-2 Dragon Lady is a high-altitude intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance aircraft capable of operating above 70,000 feet, equipped with advanced imagery and signals intelligence sensors, and able to transmit near real-time data for wide-area surveillance, strategic warning, and tactical support in contested environments (Picture source: U.S. DoW). The U-2 Dragon Lady is a high-altitude intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance aircraft capable of operating above 70,000 feet, equipped with advanced imagery and signals intelligence sensors, and able to transmit near real-time data for wide-area surveillance, strategic warning, and tactical support in contested environments (Picture source: U.S. DoW).

U.S. Keeps U-2 Surveillance Aircraft Ready as Air Force Trains for Attacked Forward Bases

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
The U.S. Air Force conducted a readiness drill at Beale Air Force Base that forced a U-2 Dragon Lady launch under simulated contested conditions du...
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The SM-39 Razor proposes an internal 20 mm cannon and large internal bays for stealth carriage of multiple BVR missiles or 2,000-pound precision bombs, with optional external hardpoints for heavier strike and anti-ship loads (Picture source: Stavatti). The SM-39 Razor proposes an internal 20 mm cannon and large internal bays for stealth carriage of multiple BVR missiles or 2,000-pound precision bombs, with optional external hardpoints for heavier strike and anti-ship loads (Picture source: Stavatti).

U.S. Stavatti Proposes Mach 4 SM-39 Razor Fighter to Replace U.S. Navy F/A-XX Concept

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
Stavatti Aerospace has unveiled the SM-39 Razor, an independent proposal for the U.S. Navy’s Next Carrier Air Dominance aircraft, claiming extreme ...
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British Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter jet, soon to be equipped with the new ECRS Mk2 AESA radar, enhancing its ability to detect, track, and engage threats in complex air combat environments. British Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter jet, soon to be equipped with the new ECRS Mk2 AESA radar, enhancing its ability to detect, track, and engage threats in complex air combat environments.

UK Orders 40 ECRS Mk2 AESA Radars to Upgrade British Air Force Typhoon Fighter jet fleet

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
The UK Ministry of Defence confirmed on January 22, 2026, that it has awarded a £453.5 million contract to BAE Systems, Leonardo UK, and Parker Meg...
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Swedish Gripen fighters were scrambled on quick reaction alert to intercept and identify a Russian Tu-22M bomber escorted by Su-35S fighters flying in international airspace over the Baltic Sea (Picture Source: Swedish Air Force) Swedish Gripen fighters were scrambled on quick reaction alert to intercept and identify a Russian Tu-22M bomber escorted by Su-35S fighters flying in international airspace over the Baltic Sea (Picture Source: Swedish Air Force)

Swedish Fighter Jets Intercept Russian Tu-22M Bomber Escorted by Su-35S Fighters Near NATO Airspace

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
On 22 January 2026, Swedish quick reaction alert (QRA) fighters were scrambled over the Baltic Sea to identify and shadow a formation of Russian mi...
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France has formalised a contract with MBDA for the One Way Effector, signalling a shift toward mass-produced, long-range strike systems designed to saturate modern air defence networks rather than relying solely on high-end precision weapons (Picture Source: MBDA) France has formalised a contract with MBDA for the One Way Effector, signalling a shift toward mass-produced, long-range strike systems designed to saturate modern air defence networks rather than relying solely on high-end precision weapons (Picture Source: MBDA)

France Initiates Development and Production of MBDA One Way Effector Drone for Air Defence Saturation

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
On 22 January 2026, France’s Direction Générale de l’Armement and MBDA formalised a first contract covering the development and production of the O...
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Official handover ceremony of five S-70i Black Hawk helicopters to the Philippine Air Force on January 23, 2026, attended by representatives of the Polish Embassy in Manila and defense officials, marking the latest milestone in the Philippines' ongoing helicopter acquisition program. Official handover ceremony of five S-70i Black Hawk helicopters to the Philippine Air Force on January 23, 2026, attended by representatives of the Polish Embassy in Manila and defense officials, marking the latest milestone in the Philippines' ongoing helicopter acquisition program.

Philippines Accepts 5 Polish-Built S-70i Black Hawk Helicopters to Boost Combat Lift

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
The Philippine Air Force has officially accepted five new S-70i Black Hawk combat utility helicopters, according to a January 23, 2026, post on the...
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A V-BAT unmanned aerial system touches down during an urban operations training event at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma in Arizona on November 8 2025.(Picture source: US DoD) A V-BAT unmanned aerial system touches down during an urban operations training event at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma in Arizona on November 8 2025.(Picture source: US DoD)

U.S. V-BAT UAV Will Be Armed With South Korea’s LIG Nex1 Guided Missile

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
U.S. autonomous systems company Shield AI has formally confirmed that its V-BAT unmanned aerial vehicle will be equipped with South Korean guided m...
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Newly released footage shows Estonia’s Frankenburg Technologies Mark I mini-missile successfully intercepting a Shahed-type attack drone, highlighting a push toward lower-cost, scalable air defense against mass drone threats (Picture Source: Army Recognition Group / Frankenburg Technologies) Newly released footage shows Estonia’s Frankenburg Technologies Mark I mini-missile successfully intercepting a Shahed-type attack drone, highlighting a push toward lower-cost, scalable air defense against mass drone threats (Picture Source: Army Recognition Group / Frankenburg Technologies)

Estonia’s Frankenburg Mark I Missile Intercepts Shahed-Type Drone in Live-Fire Test

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
On 20 January 2026, new test footage emerged showing Estonian company Frankenburg Technologies’ Mark I mini-missile intercepting a Shahed-type one-...
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The C-130J-30 incorporates a 15-foot fuselage extension compared to the C-130J Super Hercules pictured here, increasing usable cargo volume and payload flexibility while retaining identical propulsion and avionic systems. (Picture source: US Air Force) The C-130J-30 incorporates a 15-foot fuselage extension compared to the C-130J Super Hercules pictured here, increasing usable cargo volume and payload flexibility while retaining identical propulsion and avionic systems. (Picture source: US Air Force)

Mexico acquires Latin America’s first C-130J-30 Super Hercules transport aircraft from U.S.

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
On January 21, 2026, Lockheed Martin confirmed that the Mexican Air Force has acquired its first C-130J-30 Super Hercules transport aircraft, intro...
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Germany has quietly expanded its air combat edge by ordering additional Meteor beyond visual range missiles, reinforcing the Luftwaffe’s ability to deter and control contested airspace at long range (Picture Source: MBDA) Germany has quietly expanded its air combat edge by ordering additional Meteor beyond visual range missiles, reinforcing the Luftwaffe’s ability to deter and control contested airspace at long range (Picture Source: MBDA)

Germany Expands Meteor Missile Stocks to Boost Eurofighter’s Beyond-Visual-Range Combat Capability

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
On 21 January 2026, MBDA announced that Germany had signed a new contract for additional Meteor beyond visual range air-to-air missiles for the Bun...
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A key factor in the JF-17’s attractiveness is its comparatively lower unit cost when measured against many Western multirole fighters, with estimates placing the fighter’s price in the $25 million to $30 million range. (Picture source: Pakistan Air Force) A key factor in the JF-17’s attractiveness is its comparatively lower unit cost when measured against many Western multirole fighters, with estimates placing the fighter’s price in the $25 million to $30 million range. (Picture source: Pakistan Air Force)

Morocco explores possible JF-17 fighter deal with Pakistan following new defense pact

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
As reported by Reuters on January 20, 2026, Pakistan confirmed it is holding defense export talks with 13 countries across Africa, the Middle East,...
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The Finnish Air Force’s first F-35A Lightning II arrived at Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Fort Smith, Arkansas, on January 20, 2026. The Finnish Air Force’s first F-35A Lightning II arrived at Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Fort Smith, Arkansas, on January 20, 2026.

First U.S. F-35A Fighter Delivered to Finland as FA-18 CD jet Phase-Out Begins

| Defense News Aerospace 2026
The Finnish Air Force confirmed Tuesday that its first F-35A Lightning II has arrived at Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Fort Smith, Arkansas, fo...
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