Can GE finally break through on the F-35 engine at a ‘critical decision point’?
GE sees new F-35 performance demands and a refocused American defense strategy as a chance for its new XA100 engine.
UK seeks unmanned sub-hunting helicopter, puts Leonardo under contract
While the priority is to support anti-submarine warfare missions, the MoD also suggested potential use cases for ship-to-ship resupply and casualty evacuation.
‘Bigger, faster, longer’: As market grows, loitering munition makers eye next evolution
“The loitering munition market is going to evolve certainly,” Rafael's Roman Palaria told Breaking Defense. “I personally believe that it's a new market that is building up very quickly.”
Ukraine shows need for NATO ‘magazine depth’: Raytheon exec
“That's what Ukraine has proved. It really is important not only to have that deterrence capability, but to be able to have enough quantities. Because as we saw, stores get depleted very quickly,” Wes Kremer, president of Raytheon Missiles & Defense, said.
Czech Republic declares intent to buy 24 F-35s, passing on Gripen
“Our decision to select this option is based on the analysis by the Czech Armed Forces, which clearly articulates that only the most advanced fifth generation fighters will be able to meet mission requirements in future battlefields,” Czech Defence Minister Jana Černochová said.
US, Netherlands ink agreement on future rotorcraft info sharing, including FARA, FLRAA
"One of the pitfalls from the past was that we were focusing too much on national requirements instead of Alliance or coalition requirements," said Maj. Gen. Andre Steur, national capability director in the Dutch Defence Ministry.
Italy expects Tempest exports by 2040; Japan working on jet’s Jaguar system
The Jaguar effort will feature the development of universal frequency sensor technology for the FCAS effort.
Pentagon and Lockheed reach handshake deal for 375 more F-35s, but no price set
"With the Lots 15-17 handshake in place, our plan is to expedite contract award and deliver additional F-35 capacity to the United States joint force and international partners,” stated Lt. Gen. Mike Schmidt, who leads the government’s F-35 program office.
Northrop teams with Boom Supersonic for ‘special missions’ aircraft
"I'm really excited about what sort of offerings we can give for requirements that, frankly, we might not even fully understand yet. There's a really good marriage of capabilities," said Northrop exec Tom Jones.
UK rolls out ‘Team Pellonia,’ with new air protection systems coming in 2023
Air Vice-Marshal Lincoln Taylor, the RAF’s chief of staff for capability, described the “importance of control of the air” after observing the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Tempest’s fate: UK says next-gen fighter demonstrator to take off within 5 years
The MoD’s Richard Burton was unable to provide any specific details regarding the maiden flight, but said the plane would be a low-observable aircraft. Other details remain “highly sensitive."
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UK Protector leads MQ-9B development in Europe
The Royal Air Force is set to become the world’s first operational user of the MQ-9B SkyGuardian, the world’s most advanced medium-altitude, long-endurance RPAS.
New Air Force One will officially deliver 2-3 years late
So far, Boeing has lost $1.1 billion dollars on its original $3.9 billion fixed-price development contract for the VC-25B.
BAE unveils two new unmanned designs with attack, ISR capabilities
“We have been developing these for a long time. We know autonomy is good for operations in contested environments, so now is an appropriate time,” a BAE executive said.