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August 10, 2026
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New Delhi moves toward FCAS fighter collaboration

New Delhi is moving toward possible participation in Europe’s Future Combat Air System, selecting the French-led sixth-generation fighter programme over the UK, Italy and Japan-backed Global Combat Air Program....

August 10, 2026
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$87M deal targets US Navy Super Hornet pylons

V2X has secured an $87 million US Navy contract to refurbish and upgrade SUU-79 weapon pylons fitted to F/A-18E/F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft. These pylons form a...

August 10, 2026
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Niger receives additional Algerian combat helicopters

Algeria has strengthened its military support for Niger by transferring two Mi-24V attack helicopters and two Mi-171 transport helicopters, together with ammunition, spare parts, maintenance equipment and logistical assistance....

August 9, 2026
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Su-57 offer targets India’s future air combat needs

Russia is reportedly offering India more than the Su-57 fighter itself. The proposed package is said to combine the aircraft with a selection of advanced missiles and unmanned systems...

August 9, 2026
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AMCA program keeps critical technology in Indian hands

The AMCA programme is giving India’s private aerospace industry a much larger role while keeping strategic authority with the government. Tata Advanced Systems Limited, Larsen & Toubro and Bharat...

August 8, 2026
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Japanese F-2 deployment could deepen air cooperation

Japan is reportedly planning to send Mitsubishi F-2 fighters to India for a bilateral air exercise. If the deployment takes place, it would deepen an already growing defence relationship...

August 7, 2026
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Viper Shield advances after initial F-16 trials

L3Harris Technologies has reached another major milestone for Viper Shield by completing its first two-ship flight test on F-16 fighter aircraft. The achievement represents further progress toward full-rate production,...

August 5, 2026
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B-52 upgrade program faces fresh scrutiny

A new report from the Government Accountability Office indicates that the US Air Force’s ambitious effort to modernize the B-52 Stratofortress fleet is encountering major challenges. Of the thirteen...

August 1, 2026
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Exploring France’s Legendary Mirage 2000

Mirage 2000 Continues to Demonstrate the Strength of French Fighter DesignDeveloped during an era of rapid technological competition, the Dassault Mirage 2000 represented France’s commitment to maintaining an independent,...

July 28, 2026
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EA-18G electronic warfare program gains supplier

The US Navy’s electronic warfare capabilities are moving into a new era as L3Harris and CPI Aerostructures advance development of the Next-Generation Jammer-Low Band system. Designed to replace older...