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MBDA unveils one-way drone, eyeing 1,000 unit a month production rate

The kamikaze drone, integrated with a 40kg warhead, jet engine and capable of flying at a range of 500km, has been under development since December 2024.

By Tim Martin

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Paris Air Show blocks off Israeli booths, in move Israel calls ‘outrageous and unprecedented’

The Israeli government called the move an “outrageous and unprecedented decision” which “reeks of policy-driven and commercial considerations."

By Aaron Mehta

Air Warfare

Lockheed believes it has finished F-35 TR-3 upgrade, executive says

Although a single combat capability remains to be validated by the US government, “we believe we have reached that point” where an upgrade known as TR-3 can officially support combat capabilities for the Joint Strike Fighter, said Lockheed executive J.R. McDonald.

By Michael Marrow

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Drones, engines and next-gen fighters: What to look for at Paris Airshow 2025

What to know as the 2025 Paris Airshow kicks off.

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Air Warfare

General Atomics teams with Saab on AEW, unveils new air-launched effect

The company also announced the launch of a new launched effect known as the Precision Exportable Launched Effect, or Pele.

By Aaron Mehta

Air Warfare

China’s nuclear arsenal surges 20% in one year, reaching over 600 warheads: SIPRI

The Chinese arsenal is still much smaller than that of Russia and the US, but Moscow is watching Beijing's buildup warily, one analyst told Breaking Defense.

By Jonas Olsson

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Israel’s biggest defense firms exhibiting at Paris Air Show despite Iran conflict

IAI, Rafael and Elbit are moving forward with showcasing their wares at the Paris Air Show this week.

By Aaron Mehta

Congress

Senate Republicans ‘very close’ to deal to protect key DoD spectrum in reconciliation language

Democrat Sen. Maria Cantwell of Washington, where Boeing is headquartered, continues to raise concerns about potential interference with civil and military aviation.

By Theresa Hitchens and Carley Welch

Networks & Digital Warfare

Planet Labs inks ‘seven-figure’ deal with NATO for AI-enhanced surveillance capabilities

“This landmark partnership comes at a time of significant global change, where nations, particularly in Europe, are rapidly enhancing their defense capabilities to address evolving geopolitical dynamics,” the company said in its recent announcement.

By Carley Welch

Air Warfare

What missiles does Iran have to launch against Israel, and how far can they go?

Depending on the effectiveness of Israeli strikes on missile sites, Iran’s ballistic capability may still be its most effective option for striking back.

By Ralph Savelsberg

Air Warfare

GE pushes for faster fielding of Army’s ITEP, Air Force’s NGAP engines

GE executive Mark Rettig said the company’s recent foray into hypersonic technology has opened a new range of opportunities for the engine maker.

By Michael Marrow

Air Warfare

Indonesia, South Korea sign revised KF-21 development agreement

“We will do our best to strengthen defense industry cooperation with Indonesia in various areas such as submarines, firepower, and air defense systems, and expand cooperation to the entire Southeast Asia region in the future,” DAPA Minister Seok Jong-gun said in an announcement.

By Mike Yeo

Air Warfare

Italian Air Force kicks off M-345 trainer entry to service

Based on a requirement for 45 aircraft in all, Italy has so far ordered 18 M-345 units, to support the second and third phases of pilot training, while the M-346 delivers advanced training.

By Tim Martin

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