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April 27, 2026
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Air Platforms

F-35 upgrades sped up with new funding

Lockheed Martin has received a contract from the US Department of Defense to expand the F-35 testing fleet with three advanced test aircraft. These platforms will enable detailed evaluation...

April 27, 2026
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Air Platforms

HAL prepares for Tejas Mk1A handover

HAL’s infrastructure upgrades indicate an imminent milestone for the HAL Tejas Mk1A program. The project aligns with the Indian Air Force’s phased induction strategy to address fleet shortages. Production...

April 26, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

DRDO VL-SRSAM set for production soon

The VL-SRSAM missile system is nearing induction into the Indian Navy after successful trials. It offers improved range of about 80 km and high-speed interception capability at Mach 4.5....

April 25, 2026
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Naval Platforms

SLIM mast may boost Navy stealth, sensors

Saab has offered its SLIM (Lightweight Integrated Mast) system to the Indian Navy as a modern upgrade for warship sensor architecture. The concept replaces multiple separate sensor installations with...

April 24, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Taiwan, US Partner on Ammo Production in $6.6B Deal

Taipei is strengthening its defenses with one of its biggest military investments yet. With powerful systems like M142 HIMARS and M109A7 Paladin, Taiwan is building the ability to respond...

April 24, 2026
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Air Platforms

India’s Entry in EU Fighter Program May Alter Jet Market

The race for the next generation of fighter jets has already begun—and India wants a seat at the table. By exploring partnerships with European programs like the Future Combat...

April 23, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

E-2D Hawkeye radar upgrades pass Lockheed flight trials

The E-2D Hawkeye has always been the fleet’s watchful eye—but now it sees more than ever. With smarter radar and faster processing, it can track threats across vast distances...

April 23, 2026
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Soldier Systems

US Army begins field trials for new combat roles

War doesn’t happen in controlled environments—and now training reflects that reality. The US Army’s new test pushes soldiers through intense, real-world challenges in one continuous effort. → Because true...

April 22, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Thales creates advanced navigation for jammed zones

What happens when GPS disappears in the middle of a mission? For modern forces, that’s a critical vulnerability—but Thales Group is solving it. Their new navigation system cuts through...

April 22, 2026
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Air Platforms

Canada gets F-35 maintenance hub by Lockheed, L3Harris

Canada isn’t just investing in advanced fighter jets—it’s building the backbone to keep them flying. By partnering with Lockheed Martin, the country is creating its own hub to maintain...