Defense

Essential news and analysis on the defense aerospace business. Your trusted source for new and ongoing programs and requirements in military aircraft (manned and unmanned), engines, avionics, weapons and associated systems, including ground-based air defense.

NH90 helicopter under night sky illuminated by aurora borealis
Jun 10, 2022 - 10:50 AM
Norway cancels orders, cites 20 years of frustration with NH90 helicopter program.
Maintenance technician at work on aircraft components at Collins Aerospace MRO facility in Monroe, North Carolina
Jun 10, 2022 - 9:58 AM
The new additive manufacturing center opened in Monroe, North Carolina with two 3D printers and plans to add more in the future.
Jun 9, 2022 - 11:29 AM
Converting a pair of existing 747-8 airliners to presidential duty presents a host of expensive problems.
F-35A fighter aircraft Netherlands air force
Jun 3, 2022 - 5:51 AM
Like many European countries, the Netherlands is increasing its defense spending as a result of increased tensions caused by Russian aggression.
CH-47F Germany
Jun 2, 2022 - 5:27 AM
After many years of deliberation, Germany has selected the CH-47 over the CH-53K, citing greater interoperability with NATO allies.
CAE’s use of virtual and mixed reality environments for pilot training is part of a massive investment the company made last year in the development of innovative technologies.
Jun 1, 2022 - 10:11 AM
CAE's virtual and mixed reality training systems provide more efficient and realistic simulator scenarios.
FlightSafety’s T-6B trainer combines real controls with a simulated outside view in the headset .
Jun 1, 2022 - 8:31 AM
FlightSafety International is putting virtual, mixed, and augmented reality technology to use for modern training programs.
MiG-21 LanceR
May 28, 2022 - 4:42 AM
Delays in acquiring Norwegian F-16 fighters have led to Romania rescinding its decision to ground the MiG-21 LanceR fleet.
Astronautics electromechanical aircraft instruments
May 25, 2022 - 3:15 AM
Astronautics is selling its legacy electromechanical instrument product line to support specialist Extant Aerospace.
Bell 505 helicopter in flight over sand dunes
May 17, 2022 - 9:22 AM
The Bell 505 will be the new military training helicopter for the South Korean Army and Navy.