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.
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.
Archer Aviation acquires three Boeing subsidiaries in an all-stock deal, adding $200M+ in annual defense revenue to its eVTOL portfolio.
Airbus Helicopters delivered the first NH90 Standard 2 to France on July 30, 2026, for special operations forces.
The U.S. Air Force awarded Boeing a $75M contract on Aug. 5, 2026 to begin initial production of the GBU-75 JDAM LR for the U.S. Navy.
AFRL awards DZYNE Technologies $6M+ to advance the Long-Range Grasshopper autonomous aerial delivery system for USAF ACE operations.
Lockheed Martin passed a burst test for the NGI second-stage motor case, keeping the program on track for a 2030 fielding date.
Lockheed Martin details its multi-domain missile defense framework backed by a $35B THAAD contract and new Alabama assembly facility.