Bombardier and BAE Systems signed an MOU on Oct 28, 2026, to explore next-generation combat air collaboration.
AFRL and ACC validate XQ-67A beyond-line-of-sight data links and mission systems at Nevada Test and Training Range.
Saab AB names CAE, IMP Aerospace, and Magellan as partners for its Gripen E bid in Canada's fighter replacement program.
India's Defence Acquisition Council approved Rs 2,12,000 crore in military procurement, with 82% directed to domestic manufacturers.
Canada takes delivery of CF-35A fighters AR-1 and AR-2 at Luke AFB as its C$19B procurement program remains under review.
The U.S. Army validated a lifting sling for the AH-64E Apache, enabling crane-based maritime loading with rotor blades folded.
GA-ASI and Spirit Defense team up to manufacture the FQ-42 Vengeance airframe as the USAF targets 500 CCAs by 2032.
The U.S. Air Force awarded Natilus $3.5M to adapt its KONA blended-wing-body freighter for contested logistics in the Indo-Pacific.
A 10-year F-35 framework covers 850+ aircraft at 156/year, with Lockheed Martin committing $7B in self-funding pending Congressional approval.
AFRL and SpaceX tested military cargo delivery via a Starfall reentry capsule on Oct. 20, 2026, under the Rocket Cargo Vanguard program.
