Embraer and Saab unveiled the first Gripen E fighter jet assembled in Brazil, enhancing local defense manufacturing and fulfilling a 2014 contract.
Japan received three F-35B fighters at Nyutabaru Air Base, advancing its goal to deploy eight F-35Bs by fiscal year 2025 end.
GKN Aerospace delivers the first upgraded RM12 engine under a £32 million programme enhancing Sweden's Gripen C/D fighter fleet performance and endurance.
SAFE Structure Designs provided specialized maintenance tooling for the U.S. Army's CH-47 Chinook Block II fleet, improving fuel cell servicing efficiency.
Saab and Canadian AI firm Cohere sign an MOU to integrate advanced AI into the GlobalEye AEW&C aircraft, enhancing secure data processing and mission support.
Germany’s first F-35A enters final assembly in Texas, marking progress in replacing the Tornado fleet and fulfilling NATO commitments.
India's Defence Ministry plans to finalize contracts for 114 Rafale jets, 60 transport aircraft, and AEW&C systems by 2026–27, emphasizing local production.
Airbus announces acquisition of Ultra Cyber Ltd, expanding UK cyber capabilities and airborne datalinks, closing expected in second half of 2026.
A Lockheed Martin Hercules C-130 crashed after takeoff in Putumayo, Colombia, killing dozens and prompting rescue and investigation efforts.
Northrop Grumman’s Talon IQ testbed completed a flight with Shield AI’s Hivemind software, demonstrating rapid deployment and GRA compliance.