GA-ASI and the US Air Force conducted flight tests integrating APKWS laser-guided rockets on the MQ-9A Reaper to counter attack drones.
BAE Systems develops an automated Link 16 test solution for the U.S. Air Force F-16s, enhancing diagnostics and reducing maintenance downtime.
Peru’s Air Force orders fifth Leonardo C-27J Spartan, the 100th sold worldwide, featuring upgraded Next Generation avionics for 2027 delivery.
GMR Aero Technic will perform Phase-56 heavy maintenance on Indian Navy's P-8I fleet, enhancing India's defense MRO capabilities at Hyderabad facility.
GE Aerospace finishes Assembly Readiness Review for the XA102 adaptive cycle engine, advancing the USAF NGAP program with digital engineering.
On May 12, 2026, a joint U.S. Coast Guard, Air Force, and Space Force operation rescued 11 Bahamian passengers after their plane crashed off Melbourne, Florida.
Embraer negotiates C-390 military transport sales with Colombia and Chile, ramps up production amid global demand including UAE order.
HENSOLDT France and G7 Global Aerospace sign agreement to deliver secure IFF and cryptography systems to Malaysia's Armed Forces, focusing on sovereign defense.
Pratt & Whitney finalizes digital assembly readiness for XA103 engine, advancing U.S. Air Force's NGAP program with physical testing planned in late 2020s.
Bridger Aerospace received two 160-day task orders from the U.S. Forest Service for four CL-415EAF aircraft, generating $30M standby revenue in 2026.