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October 7, 2025
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India, Brazil Explore Barter for Military Jets

India and Brazil are in advanced discussions for a potential barter-based defense agreement, marking a significant shift in how the two countries conduct military trade. The arrangement could involve...

October 7, 2025
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Embraer Wins Swedish Order for Four C-390 Jets

Sweden has procured four C-390 Millennium aircraft from Embraer, joining Austria and the Netherlands in a coordinated NATO procurement effort. The collaboration emphasizes standardization, shared logistics, and greater interoperability...

October 6, 2025
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Airbus H160 Joins France’s Pilot Training Fleet

France has officially inducted the Airbus H160 helicopter into the training fleet of EPNER, the DGA’s (Direction générale de l’armement) test pilot school. The new platform strengthens the nation’s...

October 3, 2025
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Dassault Wins French Deal for Falcon 2000 Albatros

France has expanded its fleet of maritime surveillance aircraft with a fresh order for five Falcon 2000 Albatros jets from Dassault Aviation. The procurement falls under the Maritime Surveillance...

September 30, 2025
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India’s Next-Gen Fighter Jet Gets L&T, Bharat Push

In a move to strengthen India’s aerospace ambitions, Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has teamed up with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) to pursue the country’s futuristic fighter jet project. The...

September 30, 2025
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Lockheed Finalizes 300-Jet F-35 Production Pact

In a major step forward for the global stealth fighter program, Lockheed Martin has signed an agreement with the F-35 Joint Program Office to produce and deliver nearly 300...

September 28, 2025
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US Orders 92 Sikorsky CH-53K Helos in $10.3B Deal

Sikorsky has secured a $10.3 billion contract from the U.S. Department of War to produce 92 CH-53K King Stallion helicopters for the U.S. Marine Corps. The deal not only...

September 26, 2025
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Thailand Bolsters Fleet With Airbus H225 Helos

The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has signed a contract with Airbus Helicopters to acquire two new H225 multi-role helicopters. These aircraft will significantly enhance the service’s ability to...

September 26, 2025
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US Air Force Adds 9th Bombardier BACN Aircraft

The US Air Force has received its ninth E-11A BACN aircraft, a modified Bombardier Global 6000, under an ongoing contract with Bombardier Defense. The milestone delivery took place at...

September 25, 2025
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India Inks $7B Contract for 97 Homegrown Fighter Jets

New Delhi has finalized a $7-billion contract for 97 Tejas fighter jets, a homegrown aircraft program central to India’s defense modernization strategy. The deal is seen as a major...