All Fixed-wing articles – Page 9
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NewsLockheed Martin unveils Vectis autonomous collaborative jet for F-35 teaming
US defence manufacturer Lockheed Martin has revealed its Vectis autonomous combat jet design, developed by Skunk Works to integrate with F-35 fighters and conduct multi-domain missions including targeting, electronic warfare and reconnaissance.
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NewsUSAF’s prototype Wedgetails will undergo airframe modification work in the UK
A pair of prototype Boeing E-7A airborne early warning and control jets on order for the US Air Force (USAF) will undergo modification work in the UK.
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NewsTaiwan’s Apex Aviation promotes ISR-roled P2012
Taiwan’s Apex Aviation is promoting a civilian-operated intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft based on the Tecnam Aircraft P2012 SMP Sentinel.
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NewsCongress moves to protect US E-7A production from Pentagon cancellation
A clause included in a draft of the annual US defence authorisation bill would prohibit the Pentagon from terminating its E-7A rapid prototyping programme with Boeing or attempting to shut down production of the airborne early warning and control jet.
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NewsDenmark explores P-8A acquisition for Greenland maritime patrol
Denmark’s defence minister says Copenhagen is exploring options to acquire a fleet of Boeing P-8A maritime patrol aircraft, either independently or through NATO cooperation, to monitor waters around Greenland.
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News2Excel nears completion of Excalibur flying testbed modifications for UK
A second phase of modification work to prepare an ex-airline Boeing 757 for use as a flying testbed to support the development and trial of UK combat air technologies is due for completion before year-end.
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NewsRand urges US Air Force to expand European cross-servicing for ACE operations
US think tank Rand has urged the US Air Force to deepen maintenance partnerships with European allies to support dispersed operations under the Agile Combat Employment (ACE) strategy, citing challenges with Lockheed Martin F-16 and F-35 interoperability.
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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.