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Stemme Subsidiary Ramps Up for Patroller Production

Ecarys will deliver 15 ES15 fixed-wing airframes to France's Sagem, which will convert them into the unmanned Patroller for the French army.

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

August 22, 2016

Iran Welcomes Russian Strategic Bomber to Hamedan Base

Hamedan is the second foreign base Russia has occupied in its bombing campaign against militants fighting the Syrian government.

August 18, 2016

The Airlander Hybrid Airship, the World’s Longest Aircraft, Takes to the Skies

The Airlander Hybrid Airship, the World’s Longest Aircraft, Takes to the Skies

August 18, 2016

British Hybrid Airship Makes Delayed 'First' Flight

Manufacturer says that defense is still the key market, although civil authorities EASA and UK CAA will monitor flight tests.

August 17, 2016

Predator Bs Tested for Ballistic Missile Defense

General Atomics said two MQ-9 Predator Bs participated in the Pacific Dragon naval exercise off Hawaii in late June.

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

August 16, 2016

UK To Acquire New ASRAAM Variant for F-35B Fighters

The Advanced Short Range Air-to-Air Missile will be the first British-designed missile to enter service on the F-35.

August 16, 2016

Thai F-16 Upgrade Includes German Air-to-Air Missiles

The Diehl BGT IRIS-T weapon was carried by aircraft flown to Australia for big multinational exercise.

August 15, 2016

U.S. Navy Deploys Puma UAS From Patrol Ships, Destroyers

The hand-launched drone supports surface ships that do not have their own organic helicopter or aircraft capability, according to the Navy.

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

August 15, 2016

Budget Delay Could Slow Programs, Air Force Secretary Warns

The U.S. Air Force and Boeing potentially would have to renegotiate the KC-46 tanker program, says Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James.

Regulations and Government

August 11, 2016

Lockheed Martin Improves Precision-guided Bombing

But rivalry with alternative provider Raytheon continues.

August 10, 2016

Russian Carrier Awaits MiG-29s for Syrian Airstrikes

The Admiral Kuznetsov will contribute to the Russian air campaign later this year.

F-16s Operate With Virtual F-22s During Training Event

The 'Distant Frontier' training event was a live, virtual and constructive system first, according to developer Northrop Grumman.

Kuwait Signs Contract for 30 H225M Caracal Helicopters

With Poland’s order still not finalized, deal is a welcome boost for Airbus Helicopters

Embraer KC-390 Visits Middle East after Farnborough

The prototype has completed a successful international debut, according to its maker.

New Orders Boost AW139 Market Leadership, Says Maker

Pakistan is the latest government customer for the medium twin, according to Leonardo Helicopters.

U.S. Navy Conducts Flight with Safety-critical 3D-Printed Part

The flight of an MV-22B Osprey

The F-35 Fighter Reaches a Key Milestone with the U.S. Air Force

The F-35 Fighter Reaches a Key Milestone with the U.S. Air Force

Indian Tanker Deal May Still Be Concluded

Prevarication in Delhi strikes another big defense contract, for six A330MRTTs.

The F-35A Goes Operational in the U.S. Air Force

A 12-aircraft squadron could now deploy, but with interim capabilities for the time being.

Seven European Nations Fail To Support Joint Tanker Fleet

Only two Airbus A330MRTT aircraft ordered by only two countries