Check out the latest FlightGlobal Focus podcast: my colleague Greg Waldron and I chat about all things drone warfare, including the rise of 'one-way effectors' open.spotify.com/show/4FH4ee7...

South Korea picks L3Harris Technology-led team for AEW&C II-programme jets (4), using conformal array-equipped Bombardier Global 6500 'Phoenix'. Big win for US company, beating rivals Boeing and Saab www.flightglobal.com/defence/sout...

With the Royal Navy having made its first test shot of a Kongsberg Defence Naval Strike Missile from HMS Somerset, I wonder if the UK MoD might also consider the air-launched JSM? Does it fit within the Lockheed Martin F-35B weapons bay?

Kuwait extends Eurofighter in-service support deal with Leonardo through 2029. Gulf operator has received about 20 of its on-order Typhoons so far www.flightglobal.com/defence/kuwa...

Airbus Helicopters eyes fresh sales boost for military H145M. From recent interview with programme head - yesterday it emerged that Spain could potentially become a major new customer for the type... www.flightglobal.com/defence/airb...

Helsing unveils CA-1 Europa UCAV, targeting 2029 service entry. Filed from attending unveiling event at Grob Aircraft's site in Bavaria. European solution will draw on Helsing's Centaur AI agent technology. www.flightglobal.com/defence/hels...

NATO cautions Russia in wake of MiG-31 airspace incursion over Estonia - labels incident a 'dangerous violation' and cites numerous other events which are 'escalatory, risk miscalculation and endanger lives'. File pic is from AirTeamImages www.flightglobal.com/defence/nato...

Nice to see that Embraer has given its KC-390 demonstrator a smart new paint job. Now I just need to distract someone long enough to peel off the company logo sticker from the block of flags, to find out who the mystery customer is!

The US Air Force has boosted its BACN communications gateway fleet with a ninth Bombardier Global-series jet: an adapted 6000. flightglobal.com/defence/usaf...

So, I got to chat Eurofighter Typhoon enhancements, GCAP progress and UK Hawk trainer replacement (including Red Arrows need) on the new FlightGlobal Focus podcast, available now. I'll get the "face for radio" mention in now, so no-one else has to... open.spotify.com/show/4FH4ee7...

The US Air Force's two prototype Boeing E-7A Wedgetails will undergo airframe modification work in the UK. Surprise boost for STS Aviation Services' line in Birmingham, which is currently supporting conversions for the Royal Air Force. www.flightglobal.com/defence/usaf...

2Excel nears completion of Excalibur flying testbed modifications for UK - heavily adapted 757 is awaiting its distinctive fighter-style nose before flying again late this year. Story from interview at DSEI in London last week www.flightglobal.com/defence/2exc...

Elbit Systems UK targets Watchkeeper successor deal for the British Army. From an interview at DSEI show in London last week, also covering company's interest in expanding its role in the UK's MFTS aircrew training programme www.flightglobal.com/defence/elbi...

Tekever advances Overmatch expansion with Swindon UAS factory selection. Opening in mid-2026, its fourth and largest site will build models including the AR3 Evo (pictured) and AR5. www.flightglobal.com/defence/teke...

AAROK powers through first flight as Turgis Gaillard eyes French MALE need - prototype of its UAV design made debut on 9 September with a pilot onboard www.flightglobal.com/defence/aaro...

Agile, integrated, ready - new Royal Air Force chief details priorities as service evolves. From ACM Harv Smyth's first speech in post as CAS; from DSEI presentation late last week www.flightglobal.com/defence/agil...

Aeralis advances Prestwick final assembly pact for proposed jet trainer - and signs cooperation pact with Pennant International around digital support know-how www.flightglobal.com/defence/aera...

NATO launches Eastern Sentry mission to counter Russian drone incursions - with new fighter contributions from Denmark, France, Germany and the UK. Secretary general Mark Rutte cites other incidents in Baltic states and Romania. flightglobal.com/defence/nato...

Polish air force waves NATO’s final Sukhoi Su-22s into retirement - story and picture (from 10 September farewell event) by Bartosz Glowacki: www.flightglobal.com/defence/poli...

UK industry looks to accelerate Typhoon capability boost via ECRS Mk2 radar; story from BAE Systems briefing at last week's DSEI show. Leonardo UK's sensor will go on Royal Air Force Tranche 3 jets by end of the decade www.flightglobal.com/defence/uk-i...

Finland sets sights on $1 billion AMRAAM weapons order - another big sale heading to Raytheon www.flightglobal.com/defence/finl...

Leonardo offers UK final assembly of M-346 as Hawk replacement need grows. From interview today at DSEI show in London. The Royal Air Force future AJT and Red Arrows successor contest - yet to launch - is already great to cover! www.flightglobal.com/defence/leon...

MGI Engineering draws on its motorsport agility as TigerShark one-way effector nears first flight. From a great second day at DSEI spent talking mainly to SMEs and industry 'disruptors'. www.flightglobal.com/defence/mgi-...

GCAP momentum builds, with new agreements reached on sensor and engine developments - story from opening day of DSEI show in London www.flightglobal.com/defence/gcap...

BAE Systems' FalconWorks innovation unit teams with Lockheed Martin Skunk Works to target electronic attack shortfall - teaming announced at DSEI exhibition, eyeing sub-1t system for SEAD tasks www.flightglobal.com/defence/bae-...

Biggest-ever DSEI show gets ready to open its doors - here's what to expect... I'll be covering the event from 9-11 September for FlightGlobal www.flightglobal.com/defence/bigg...

Check out our new FlightGlobal Focus podcast, on the future of US Navy carrier aviation; myself and Ryan Finnerty discuss F/A-XX, unmanned options and UJTS (T-45 Goshawk replacement) open.spotify.com/show/4FH4ee7...

Raytheon UK’s updated Paveway IV bomb hits the spot with Italian-produced warhead during trials for Royal Air Force's Eurofighter Typhoon. RTX company's weapon has been in use since 2008 www.flightglobal.com/defence/rayt...

Boeing’s MQ-28 Ghost Bat makes public flying debut in Australia - initial report from my colleague Greg Waldron's visit to Woomera test range with Boeing Defense Australia and the RAAF earlier today: www.flightglobal.com/boeings-mq-2...

US special operations C-130Js will get AESA radars, as Lockheed Martin eyes fresh sales. Story from my interview with the airframer's VP air mobility Rod McLean yesterday www.flightglobal.com/us-special-o...

Panama signs deal to acquire four A-29 Super Tucanos - finalising April selection of Embraer type, which will be used in surveillance role www.flightglobal.com/defence/pana...

Ukraine edges towards acquiring 3,350 ERAM cruise missiles from USA. Image shows CoAspire's developmental low-cost RAACM (ERAM product details not disclosed). Suggested deal is worth up to $825 million, with funds from Denmark, the Netherlands & Norway www.flightglobal.com/defence/ukra...

Portugal’s first three Embraer A-29Ns touch down near Lisbon for NATO system updates by OGMA. Impressive pace of activity, with Lisbon's 12-aircraft order only having been signed last December. www.flightglobal.com/defence/port...

Polish F-16s to receive L3Harris Technologies Viper Shield in electronic warfare boost. Warsaw has become the first retrofit customer for system on Lockheed Martin jet; the other 6 so far have been for use on new-build Block 70/72 model www.flightglobal.com/defence/poli...

UK Royal Navy debuts warship resupply using Malloy T-150 drone. Milestone sortie moved equipment from HMS Prince of Wales to HMS Dauntless. www.flightglobal.com/defence/uk-r...

Taking some time this evening to remember those who lost their lives, and others still affected by the Shoreham air show disaster - 10 years ago today. Something I wish I'd not witnessed too.

French air force deploys first upgraded Mirage 2000Ds to Djibouti. Modified strike aircraft have joined a trio of Mirage 2000-5F fighters in providing air policing cover www.flightglobal.com/defence/fren...

In case you missed it earlier this week: check out the inaugural FlightGlobal Focus podcast. Featuring @AsiaJetWatch, Ryan Finnerty and myself, discussing 'What the India–Pakistan dogfight could mean for India’s military future' www.youtube.com/watch?v=IXLG...

Belgium’s first General Atomics Aeronautical Systems MQ-9B SkyGuardian has arrived at its Florennes base. Delivery was made using Airbus Defence & Space A400M transport. flightglobal.com/defence/belg...

Very happy to have made the shortlist for the 2025 Defence Media Awards - in the Best Training, Simulation and Readiness category, with my May article about UK start-up Aeralis. And congrats to my team defence colleagues Ryan Finnerty and Greg Waldron, also in the mix!

Brazilian air force validates Embraer KC-390 ground refuelling compatibility with Saab F-39 Gripen. 'FARP' advance should be of interest to other current and future users of the combination: Czech Republic, Hungary & Sweden www.flightglobal.com/defence/braz...

Don't miss the new FlightGlobal Focus podcast - team defence's Greg Waldron (@AsiaJetWatch), Ryan Finnerty and myself joined forces to record the inaugural episode, discussing air power in India and Pakistan following their conflict earlier this year. Check Spotify to find us!

Elbit Systems to supply Israel’s military with newly-developed air-launched weapons. Totalling $260m, awards cover two unspecified designs. www.flightglobal.com/defence/elbi...

Embraer's defence unit delivered a total of 4 aircraft in the second quarter of this year, Brazilian airframer's latest results update shows. All of them were A-29 Super Tucanos, handed over to the air force of Paraguay. We can expect a batch of KC-390 shipments before year-end.

France puts Rafale fighter’s F4.3-standard updates through early assessment. Campaign of flights led by DGA will support definition of enhancements to be employed on Dassault type before the end of this decade www.flightglobal.com/defence/fran...

France’s Dassault Falcon 8X-based Archange SIGINT jet makes flight debut. DGA procurement body says three examples will be in service with French air force before the end of this decade. Key equipment will be Thales-supplied CUGE system www.flightglobal.com/defence/fran...

BAE Systems chief hails Turkish Typhoon pact, but sidesteps jet trainer JV reports. UK company is believed to have held discussions with Boeing & Saab around T-7A Red Hawk for future Royal Air Force requirement. www.flightglobal.com/defence/bae-...

Elbit Systems secures $260m German A400M self-protection contract. Follows on from selection announcement early last month for upgrade to 23 of Luftwaffe's Airbus Defence & Space Atlas airlifters www.flightglobal.com/defence/elbi...

Canada’s first G120TP ‘Astra II’ trainer completes flight debut. This is the first of 71 new aircraft overall to be acquired for Ottawa via its SkyAlyne-delivered FAcT programme to transform instruction for the Royal Canadian Air Force www.flightglobal.com/defence/cana...

UK Royal Air Force flies Chinook self-protection update, and trials FPV drone deployment from Boeing transport helicopter. Plus, update on future Chinook order prospects, including Poland www.flightglobal.com/defence/uk-f...