All Fixed-wing articles – Page 11
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NewsPropulsion start-up Ursa Major wins $35m order for new Draper engine
Colorado-based engine maker Ursa Major has secured a nearly $35 million contract from an undisclosed US defence company for its developmental Draper rocket powerplant, designed for national security applications including hypersonic flight and space vehicles.
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NewsElbit Systems UK targets Watchkeeper successor deal
Elbit Systems UK is keenly eyeing a requirement to replace the British Army’s Watchkeeper uncrewed aerial system, and also hopes to expand its role within the UK Military Flying Training System.
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NewsMetrea readies first KC-135 for start of Indian air force tanker operation
Commercial aerial refuelling provider Metrea will in the coming days deploy its first Boeing KC-135 tanker to India as it gears up to perform an initial mission for the Indian air force by the end of September.
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NewsNetherlands cleared to obtain over 200 AMRAAMs
The Netherlands has been cleared to obtain up to 232 Raytheon AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAMs).
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NewsSouth Korea clarifies KF-21 weapons development plans
Seoul will develop indigenous air-launched weapons for its KF-21 fighter programme while initially arming the aircraft with overseas-procured missiles, the Defense Acquisition Program Administration confirms.
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NewsAAROK powers through first flight as Turgis Gaillard eyes French MALE need
The prototype of French developer Turgis Gaillard’s medium-altitude, long-endurance AAROK uncrewed air vehicle has made its flight debut.
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NewsAgile, integrated, ready - new RAF chief details priorities as service evolves
Air Chief Marshal Harv Smyth will use his tenure as chief of the air staff to further hone the Royal Air Force’s capabilities, the service’s newly appointed senior officer says.
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NewsRaytheon F3R upgrade delivers longest known F-22 AMRAAM shot
Raytheon’s F3R hardware upgrade has enabled the longest known AIM-120 AMRAAM engagement from a fifth-generation fighter, with late 2024 tests demonstrating significantly extended range capabilities from a US Air Force Lockheed Martin F-22.
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NewsNATO launches Eastern Sentry mission to counter Russian drone incursions
Additional NATO assets are being deployed to the alliance’s eastern flank, following recent drone incursions made by Russia into Polish and Romanian territory.
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NewsAeralis advances Prestwick final assembly pact for proposed jet trainer
UK aircraft developer Aeralis has signed a strategic agreement with Glasgow Prestwick airport covering the proposed future final assembly of its modular light jet in Scotland.
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NewsPeru cleared for potential $3.4bn F-16 Block 70 acquisition
Peru has received US approval for the potential acquisition of 12 Lockheed Martin F-16C/D Block 70 fighters in a $3.42 billion Foreign Military Sale package, as the South American nation seeks to modernise its ageing tactical aircraft fleet.
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NewsCongress moves to restrict USAF KC-46 acquisitions pending engineering fix
House defence bill would cap KC-46A acquisitions at 183 aircraft until Boeing resolves Category 1 engineering deficiencies, while mandating expanded tanker fleet and extended KC-135 service life.
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NewsPolish air force waves NATO’s final Sukhoi Su-22s into retirement
Poland has marked the retirement of its final Sukhoi Su-22s, bringing to an end 41 years of operating the fighter-bomber.
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NewsUK industry looks to accelerate Typhoon capability boost via ECRS Mk2 radar
The UK could accelerate the availability of advanced features to be introduced via a major radar upgrade for its Typhoon combat aircraft, according to Eurofighter partner company BAE Systems.
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NewsHermeus advances assembly of supersonic Quarterhorse Mk 2 prototype
Atlanta-based hypersonic flight start-up Hermeus has released images showing its Quarterhorse Mk 2 prototype on its landing gear as assembly progresses toward planned first flight this year.
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NewsBoeing fighter workers reject contract with 45% wage hike
Boeing’s striking fighter aircraft machinists have rejected the company’s latest contract offer, which included a 45% pay increase over five years, as disagreements over signing bonuses continue.
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In depthSecond B-21 Raider bomber delivered to US Air Force
The US Air Force has taken delivery of its second B-21 Raider stealth bomber at Edwards AFB, allowing the test programme to advance beyond initial flight performance to critical mission systems evaluation.
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NewsCanada receives first two Grob G120TP trainers under RCAF overhaul
The Royal Canadian Air Force has taken delivery of its first two Grob Aircraft G120TP turboprops, marking the initial phase of a comprehensive C$12 billion trainer fleet modernisation programme.
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NewsFinland sets sights on $1 billion AMRAAM weapons order
Finland could acquire 405 AIM-120D-3 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAMs) from Raytheon under a Foreign Military Sales deal worth a potential $1 billion.
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NewsUSAF B-2 teams with Norwegian F-35As in QUICKSINK anti-shipping test
A Northrop Grumman B-2 stealth bomber has successfully engaged a maritime target in the Norwegian Sea during a long-range mission from the USA, demonstrating advanced sensor-to-shooter capabilities with Norwegian F-35As.