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Italy’s AW249 helicopter enters production phase: A game-changer for modern warfare

Italy’s AW249 helicopter enters production phase: A game-changer for modern warfare

Italy's next-generation combat helicopter program, the AW249, is advancing steadily as the country prepares to enter the production phase. With 17 units already under contract out…

11. 02. 2025
From rumor to reality: Iran expands Air Force with Su-35 purchase

From rumor to reality: Iran expands Air Force with Su-35 purchase

In a move that could considerably shift the military balance in the Middle East, a senior Iranian military official has reportedly confirmed that Tehran has completed the purchase…

28. 01. 2025
6th generation aircraft – the European GCAP and FACS projects should join forces

6th generation aircraft – the European GCAP and FACS projects should join forces

In December, the  Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP, ex-Tempest) project, which aims to develop a 6th generation fighter aircraft, took a decisive step forward with the creation…

25. 01. 2025
Bangladesh explores acquisition of Pakistan’s JF-17 fighter jets

Bangladesh explores acquisition of Pakistan’s JF-17 fighter jets

In a significant development in regional defense cooperation, Bangladesh has expressed interest in acquiring the JF-17 Thunder fighter jets from Pakistan. This follows…

17. 01. 2025
China’s strategic shift: Upgrading military tactics for drone warfare

China’s strategic shift: Upgrading military tactics for drone warfare

China has been making significant advancements in military technology, particularly in the realm of drone warfare. By leveraging lessons learned from recent global conflicts and…

12. 01. 2025
Su-25 Frogfoot CAS expert – the Soviet tank killer

Su-25 Frogfoot CAS expert – the Soviet tank killer

During the Second World War, the various belligerent countries deployed many different types of aircraft for missions involving close air support of ground troops. Even very close support…

03. 01. 2025
From UAVs to F-35 components: Baykar’s game-changing purchase of Piaggio Aerospace

From UAVs to F-35 components: Baykar’s game-changing purchase of Piaggio Aerospace

Turkish defense firm Baykar has secured approval from the Italian government to acquire Piaggio Aerospace, marking a significant step in Baykar’s strategy to strengthen its…

30. 12. 2024
Pentagon awards Lockheed Martin $11.8 billion contract for F-35 production amid budget uncertainty

Pentagon awards Lockheed Martin $11.8 billion contract for F-35 production amid budget uncertainty

The Pentagon has awarded Lockheed Martin an $11.8 billion undefinitized contract for the production of F-35 Joint Strike Fighters, a move that keeps the critical stealth fighter…

21. 12. 2024
Su-34 Fullback, an Istrbitel-Bombardirovchik based on Su-27

Su-34 Fullback, an Istrbitel-Bombardirovchik based on Su-27

The Su-34, known by NATO as the Fullback, is a Russian tactical bomber developed by Sukhoi in the Soviet Union and later in Russia between 1980 and 2000. Its first…

09. 12. 2024
Su-57 presented in China: Is there really a new customer for the Russian aircraft?

Su-57 presented in China: Is there really a new customer for the Russian aircraft?

According to Alexander Mikheev, the head of Russia's Rosoboronexport, the first contract for Russia's so-called 5th-generation Su-57 aircraft was signed during an air show…

29. 11. 2024
Turkey’s Fighter Jet gap: A Eurofighter Typhoon deal in the making?

Turkey’s Fighter Jet gap: A Eurofighter Typhoon deal in the making?

Turkey is facing a critical fighter jet gap as it awaits the rollout of its domestically developed 5th-generation KAAN fighter, expected to enter service in 2030…

13. 11. 2024
Refueling the Future: Will budget constraints stall NGAS?

Refueling the Future: Will budget constraints stall NGAS?

The U.S. Air Force’s plans to develop a next-generation stealth refueling tanker, known as the Next-Generation Aerial Refueling System (NGAS), are facing a significant…

10. 11. 2024