Royal Air Force Prepares Protector RG1 for Operational Deployment
The Royal Air Force has begun assurance testing and operational training for its MQ-9B Protector RG1 UAVs ahead of the new aircraft replacing its MQ-9A Reaper predecessor on operational sorties.…
Everything We Know About the U.S. Strike on Alleged Venezuelan Drug Boat
The strike, the first of its kind in the Caribbean, destroyed a suspected drug vessel, killing 11, but raised questions on legality and escalation. The United States military has carried…
China’s New UCAVs Come into Full View at Parade
Parade reveals China’s latest UCAV designs, ranging from ISR and strike drones to large stealthy platforms hinting at future PLAAF roles. A few weeks after we reported about a new…
Japan Announces Deployment Plans for Upgraded Type-12 SSM and Hypersonic Glide Missile
Japan will deploy the Type 12 Surface-to-Ship Missile and the Hyper Velocity Gliding Projectile to bases in the north, central and southern regions between 2025 and 2027. Japan’s Ministry of…
First A-29N Super Tucanos Arrive in Portugal for NATO Equipment Integration
Portugal receives its first A-29N Super Tucanos, which will now undergo NATO equipment integration at OGMA before entering service with the Air Force. Portugal has received its first three Embraer…
L3Harris Expands OA-1K Skyraider II Production
While SOCOM reduces near-term OA-1K acquisitions, L3Harris boosts production in Texas, keeping the Armed Overwatch program on track for IOC in 2026. L3Harris Technologies, manufacturer of the U.S. Special Operations…
