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October 31, 2026
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India moves closer to six-aircraft tanker procurement

India’s planned acquisition of six Multi-Mission Tanker Transport aircraft is moving closer to contract finalisation, with the Indian Air Force expecting deliveries during the 2028–2030 period. The proposed deal,...

October 31, 2026
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Korean maritime attack helicopter ready for 2027 production

Korea Aerospace Industries has completed development of South Korea’s indigenous Maritime Attack Helicopter, a new platform intended to strengthen naval aviation and support amphibious operations. The MAH has been...

October 29, 2026
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Canada’s next-gen combat aircraft options draw BAE, Bombardier

BAE Systems and Bombardier have signed an agreement to investigate potential collaboration on Canada’s future combat aviation capabilities. The memorandum of understanding will allow the two companies to assess...

October 28, 2026
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US Air Force selects Qarbon to produce B-1B components

US aerospace manufacturer Qarbon Aerospace will produce composite structures for the B-1B Lancer bomber under a new agreement supporting the US Air Force’s efforts to sustain its existing long-range...

October 20, 2026
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Deal brings 12 new Apache helicopters to Israel

The Israel Defense Forces are set to strengthen their attack helicopter fleet through the acquisition of 12 AH-64E Apache helicopters under an agreement signed by Israel’s Ministry of Defense...

October 20, 2026
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First C-130J arrives for US nuclear command aircraft program

The US Navy has taken delivery of a new C-130J-30 Super Hercules from Lockheed Martin as the foundation for its future E-130J Phoenix II nuclear communications aircraft. The aircraft...

October 19, 2026
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New Gripen flight control computer wins Saab $131M order

Sweden Funds Next-Generation Gripen Control Computer Under $131M Saab Deal — Sweden has contracted Saab to develop a replacement flight-control computer for its Gripen combat aircraft under an agreement...

October 18, 2026
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CATS Warrior and redesigned Hunter set for HAL showcase

India’s HAL Prepares New Loyal-Wingman and Stealth Strike Concepts — HAL plans to highlight advances in its CATS programme during Aero India 2027, including an expanded CATS-Warrior Phase-II design....

October 18, 2026
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HAL plans first 12 LUH handovers in 2027–28

India’s Indigenous LUH Nears Certification Ahead of Initial Military Induction — HAL is preparing to introduce its domestically developed Light Utility Helicopter into military service, with an initial production...

October 17, 2026
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Su-57E export pitch includes local production in buyer nation

Moscow Seeks Indian Partnership for Su-57E With Local Assembly Option — Russia has presented India with a broad Su-57E fighter proposal combining aircraft procurement, domestic manufacturing and technology cooperation....