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Boeing secures $96 million to modernization of Special Ops MH-47 Chinooks
Boeing, a leading aerospace company, has secured a $96 million contract modification from the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) to advance the modernization of...
Rare TU-2S plane takes to the skies after three years of maintenance
The TU-2S Dragon Lady 1078 two-seat trainer reclaimed the skies after a hiatus of 1,030 days, following an arduous journey of repair and maintenance.
The...
Russia uses new Zircon hypersonic missiles to strike targets in Ukrainian capital
Russian forces launched new Zircon hypersonic missiles trying to target key locations in the heart of the Ukrainian capital early Monday morning.
The timing of...
Mystery Russian suicide drone falls into Ukrainian hands
A futuristic first-person view suicide drone that was developed by the Russian Regional Industrial Company (RPK) has reportedly fallen into Ukrainian hands in a...
New Chinese KJ-600 radar plane seen in new images
The latest images of China's KJ-600 carrier-based airborne early-warning (AEW) aircraft have surfaced on Chinese social media.
Released in March 2024, the photo reveals the...
Ukrainian pilots graduate elementary flying training in UK
The Royal Air Force announced on Friday that ten Ukrainian pilots have successfully completed their Elementary Flying Training, marking a significant milestone in their...
Russia hits Ukraine’s largest dam
Russia launched its most extensive assault on Ukraine's energy infrastructure on Friday morning.
The deadly attack, consisting of drones, cruise, and ballistic missiles struck at...
Sudanese paramilitary forces use drone to strike government C-130 plane
Sudanese paramilitary forces reportedly have conducted a drone strike destroying a government C-130 transport plane.
The paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) claimed responsibility for the...
Israel confirms Houthi cruise missile strike near Eilat
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed on Tuesday evening that an unidentified aerial target that struck an open area near Eilat early Monday morning...
Russia intensifies air assault strikes in Ukraine
Russian combat aircraft have increased their bombing campaign, with over 3,500 bombs dropped on Ukrainian positions since the start of this year, according to...
US Air Force fields first robotic dogs
The U.S. Air Force, in collaboration with representatives from Asylon, showcased the capabilities of robotic dogs during the first-ever Synchronized Nuclear Readiness Operations Training...
Algeria reportedly buys new Chinese WJ700 drones
Recent reports from Algerian sources reveal that the country has recently taken delivery of four WJ700 drones from China. These drones are undergoing final...
Italy to buy Sidewinder missiles in $90M deal
The U.S. State Department approved the sale of Sidewinder air-to-air missiles to Italy, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency announced.
The requested $90 million package includes...
Chinese bomber spotted carrying new air launched ballistic missile
A photo has emerged on social media offering the clearest look yet of a People's Liberation Army Central Military Command Xian H-6N bomber with...
Iraq shows interest in South Korean KUH-1 helicopter
Iraq has demonstrated interest in acquiring the South Korean KUH-1 helicopter.
Some Korean media reported that a high-ranking Iraqi Army official, Lieutenant General Samir Zaki...
Taiwan buys US-made MQ-9B SkyGuardian drones
Taiwan is acquiring additional MQ-9B SkyGuardian drones from the U.S.
In an March. 12 contract announcement, the U.S. Department of Defense said that General Atomics...
Honeywell develops enhanced cooling technology for F-35
U.S. industrial firm Honeywell said on Tuesday it has successfully demonstrated the ability to upgrade the current cooling capacity of the F-35’s Power and...
Bell secures $455M contract for AH-1Z helicopters for Nigeria
The U.S. Department of Defense has announced a contract award to Bell, a division of Textron, for the production and delivery of 12 AH-1Z...