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March 18, 2026
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F-35A Fleet in Japan Gets Joint Strike Missiles

Japan is strengthening its air power with advanced missiles! The F-35A Lightning II can now carry new Joint Strike Missiles from Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace. These missiles can hit...

March 18, 2026
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Mission Software Upgrade Planned for P-8 Fleet

South Korea’s surveillance aircraft are becoming smarter and more powerful. Boeing is upgrading the P-8A Poseidon with new software that improves performance and adds better submarine tracking. It will...

March 18, 2026
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US Marines’ H-1 Fleet Gets SPINE Upgrade Boost

The US Marine Corps helicopters are getting a major boost! Bell Textron upgraded the AH-1Z Viper and UH-1Y Venom under the SPINE program, making them stronger, more reliable, and...

March 17, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
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Next-Gen Gun Barrels Built With PA Firms

The US Army has collaborated with industry partners to create a more durable and efficient small arms barrel for next-generation weapons. The project focused on addressing issues such as...

GPS Milestone Achieved by L3Harris

L3Harris has reached a significant achievement by supplying 100,000 M-Code GPS receivers to military forces across the US and allied nations. These receivers offer enhanced security and resistance to...

UAS Boost as AeroVironment Acquires ESAero

AeroVironment has expanded its defense capabilities through the acquisition of ESAero, a California-based drone manufacturer, in a deal valued at around $200 million. This acquisition strengthens AeroVironment’s ability to...

March 17, 2026
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Thales Radios Chosen for European Trainer Jets

Pilatus has partnered with Thales to enhance the communication capabilities of its PC-7 military training aircraft by integrating a sophisticated radio management system. The system has been developed through...

March 17, 2026
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K2 Munition Gains Swarm Capability, Long Range

Turkey has entered a new phase in unmanned warfare with the unveiling of an AI-driven kamikaze drone designed for coordinated swarm operations. The system, developed by Baykar, recently completed...

EOS Secures Counter-Drone Weapon Contract

Electro Optic Systems has received a major contract to deliver its Slinger counter-drone weapon system to a Middle Eastern client. Designed for cost efficiency, the system uses a stabilized...

March 17, 2026
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New Heavy Transport Systems From EU Firms

Rheinmetall and Nooteboom Trailers have joined forces to create next-generation heavy transport systems for military applications. The partnership focuses on developing and marketing heavy equipment trailers designed to handle...