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RNLAF Joins USAF CCA
Drones

Netherlands Joins U.S. Collaborative Combat Aircraft Program

The RNLAF becomes the first European air force to join the U.S. Air Force’s CCA initiative, and aims to assume a leading role in the development of the “loyal wingman”…

Stefano D'Urso Stefano D'Urso
October 17, 2025
Drones

Watchkeeper Withdrawal Now Scheduled for March 2027

The British Army's Watchkeeper UAV, originally intended to leave service in March 2025, has had its troubled service life extended to March 2027, while procurement for successor platforms remains in…

Kai Greet Kai Greet
October 16, 2025
L3Harris IAI Blue Sky Warden
Military Aviation

L3Harris, IAI to Develop Israel-Specific Version of ‘Sky Warden’ Light Attack Aircraft

The Sky Warden’s Israeli variant will integrate IAI’s mission systems, hardware and software. Israel will acquire a customized variant of L3Harris’ Sky Warden light attack aircraft, which will be locally…

Parth Satam Parth Satam
October 16, 2025
Hawker Hunter Crash California
Aviation Safety

Exclusive Details: Hawker Hunter Crashes Off California, Pilot Recovered

A Hawker Hunter owned by civilian contractor ATAC crashed into the sea off the Californian coast on Oct. 15. Despite local news initially reported state that the pilot was recovered…

Kai Greet Kai Greet
October 16, 2025
Kratos Ragnarök
Drones

Kratos Unveils Ragnarök Low-Cost Cruise Missile

Ragnarök promises 500-nm range, high-altitude performance, and flexible carriage to deliver maximum capability at minimum cost for the XQ-58 Valkyrie. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has unveiled its new Ragnarök…

Stefano D'Urso Stefano D'Urso
October 16, 2025
MV-75 Possible Early Production
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U.S. Army Prepares Ground for Possible MV-75 Early Production Decision

Coordinating with Bell, the Army made extensive efforts on supply chain, production and training to mitigate risks should it go into low-rate production concurrently with prototype testing. The U.S. Army…

Parth Satam Parth Satam
October 15, 2025
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