Stanfrod AI test in Learjet 25 flight simualtor

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US Air Force partners with Stanford University to test cockpit AI

The US Air Force has partnered with Stanford University to evaluate an artificial intelligence cockpit assistant designed to reduce pilot workload during high-stress situations such as in-flight emergencies and system diagnostics.

MC-55A Peregrine L3Harris

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RAAF receives first MC-55A Peregrine ISREW aircraft

The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has accepted its first L3Harris MC-55A Peregrine intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and electronic warfare (ISREW) aircraft, with the Bombardier G550-derived platform arriving at RAAF Edinburgh on 24 January following delays to the programme.

Peter O Knight general aviation airport Tampa Florida

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SOF Week plans aviation demonstration space for 2026 conference

This year’s edition of the annual special operations conference in Tampa, Florida will for the first time feature a dedicated space for demonstrating new aviation technologies, including uncrewed aircraft, counter-UAS systems and airborne mission equipment. 

X-Bat wind tunnel test c Shield AI

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Shield AI begins windtunnel testing X-Bat autonomous fighter

American autonomy specialist Shield AI has begun windtunnel testing on its X-Bat uncrewed tactical aircraft, three months after unveiling the tail-sitting jet platform that will operate using the company’s Hivemind artificial intelligence software.

Apache Pair

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UK MoD accelerates Apache ‘loyal wingman’ project with release of tender and initial bidder shortlist

Bidders for a British Army project to develop an uncrewed air vehicle to fight alongside its Boeing AH-64E Apaches will need to deliver a platform capable of operating autonomously while carrying a payload above 250kg (550lb) and matching the manned aircraft’s speed and range performance.

Baykar Kizilelma

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Why air forces must target their CCA doctrine deficit

Militaries eager to introduce unmanned Collaborative Combat Aircraft will fail to gain a combat edge unless they transform their entire operating concept, argues Fahad ibne Masood.

Watchkeeper UAV

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Elbit Systems UK takes full ownership of Watchkeeper industrial venture UTacS

Elbit Systems UK has taken full ownership of the company established to deliver the British Army’s fleet of Watchkeeper tactical uncrewed aerial vehicles.

Peter O Knight general aviation airport Tampa Florida

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SOF Week plans aviation demonstration space for 2026 conference

This year’s edition of the annual special operations conference in Tampa, Florida will for the first time feature a dedicated space for demonstrating new aviation technologies, including uncrewed aircraft, counter-UAS systems and airborne mission equipment. 

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  • Denmark touts ability of new Arctic special forces to operate anywhere in Greenland

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