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April 11, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Tejas Mk2 Set for Advanced Missile Integration

The Indian Air Force is aiming to boost its air combat strength by equipping the HAL Tejas Mk2 with the powerful Meteor missile. But the path isn’t simple. Strict...

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Rapid Drone Induction Boosts Capabilities

India’s defense capabilities are rapidly evolving as InsideFPV delivers hundreds of kamikaze drones in just two months. Built for real-world battle conditions, these drones can withstand extreme climates, operate...

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April 10, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

New UAV Boosts Air Forces Central Ops

US Air Forces Central is expanding its drone capabilities with the K1000ULE, a solar-powered aircraft developed by Kraus Hamdani Aerospace. Designed for long missions, the drone can stay in...

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April 10, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

France Uses Reaper for Counter-Drone Ops

The French Air and Space Force is transforming its MQ-9 Reaper drones into powerful “hunter” systems capable of taking down enemy drones. In a recent test, the drone successfully...

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April 10, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

US Army Expands PAC-3 MSE Production

Lockheed Martin has won a major contract to produce advanced PAC-3 MSE missiles for the United States Army. These missiles are designed to intercept and destroy incoming threats with...

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Baltic States Boost Air Defense With Saab

The United States Army is boosting air defense in the Baltic region by supplying advanced Giraffe 1X radars from Saab Inc.. These lightweight systems can quickly detect and track...

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FREMM Frigates Get Additional UAV Support

The French Navy is strengthening its fleet with advanced Camcopter S-100 drone systems from Schiebel. These compact helicopter drones can take off and land vertically, operate for long hours,...

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General Dynamics Wins Submarine Contract

The United States Navy is upgrading its submarine warfare capabilities with a new contract awarded to General Dynamics Mission Systems. At the heart of this effort is the AN/BYG-1...

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Kongsberg Deal Supports Naval Programs

India is modernizing its naval fleet with the addition of advanced waterjet propulsion systems from Kongsberg Maritime. These innovative systems replace traditional propellers, allowing ships to move faster, turn...

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April 9, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

New Helicopters Delivered for Army Ops

The British Army is boosting its capabilities in Brunei with the deployment of advanced Jupiter helicopters based on the H145 platform. These versatile aircraft are built to handle a...

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