The U.S. Army awarded Collins Aerospace up to $472M to modernize CH-47 Chinook avionics with open architecture systems.
Joby Aviation agrees to acquire defense firm Resonant Sciences for ~$500M, creating a dedicated defense unit alongside its air taxi program.
Vertical Aerospace raises ~$100M in financing to fund Valo eVTOL certification, battery production, and UK manufacturing facilities.
Cambridge Aerospace secured $300M in Series C funding, valuing the UK drone interceptor maker at $3.4 billion as of August 2026.
Rheinmetall and Boeing announce a German integration hub for the MQ-28 Ghost Bat, targeting Bundeswehr CCA deployment by 2029.
DAE and Saudia finalized a purchase and leaseback agreement for four Boeing 777F aircraft, with deliveries set for late 2026 through mid-2027.
India's Pawan Hans and Norway's Noemi Aerospace sign a non-binding MoU to explore electric seaplane manufacturing and operations in India.
Embraer reports its strongest Q2 deliveries in 16 years, raises 2026 guidance with free cash flow target doubled to $400M.
Archer Aviation acquires three Boeing subsidiaries in an all-stock deal, adding $200M+ in annual defense revenue to its eVTOL portfolio.
The aviation, aerospace and space announcements that mattered from 2 August to 9 August 2026, as sent to AirPro News newsletter subscribers.
