Raytheon launches Coyote drone from helicopter
Raytheon, an RTX business, has successfully tested a new variant of its Coyote unmanned aerial system (UAS) from a helicopter, expanding the operational flexibility of a system already proven in combat. The launch took place at Nine Mile Training Center and marks a key step in providing U.S. forces with airborne capabilities to detect, identify,…
Read MoreLeonardo DRS launches AI processor for combat vehicles
Leonardo DRS has introduced a new high-performance Artificial Intelligence Processor (AIP) designed to enhance combat decision-making across the U.S. Army’s ground vehicle fleet. The rugged computing system is engineered to deliver real-time threat detection, sensor fusion, and situational awareness at the tactical edge. In a company announcement, Leonardo DRS described the AIP as a breakthrough…
Read MoreBoeing breaks PAC-3 seeker production record
Boeing announced on Tuesday that it has reached a new milestone in its production of Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) missile seekers, delivering over 500 units in 2024 and setting fresh monthly and annual production records in early 2025. The PAC-3 seeker is a key component in one of the world’s most capable air defense systems,…
Read MoreUK Navy to equip warships with laser guns
The Royal Navy will equip four of its warships with the DragonFire directed energy weapon by 2027, following an announcement from the UK government on a new round of defense funding. According to the Spring Statement delivered today in Parliament, the government has committed an additional £2.2 billion ($2.8 billion) to modernize key capabilities, including…
Read MoreUK awards Babcock $1.3 billion Army support deal
Babcock International has secured a five-year contract extension valued at approximately £1.0 billion ($1.3 billion) with the UK Ministry of Defense (MOD). The extension of the Defence Support Group (DSG) Service Provision and Transformation Contract (SPTC) was announced today and is part of the UK’s broader Defence Industrial Strategy. The company will continue to support…
Read MoreUS Navy simulates hypersonic missile intercept
The U.S. Missile Defense Agency (MDA), in partnership with the U.S. Navy, has successfully completed a crucial test aimed at countering hypersonic missile threats, marking a new phase in America’s evolving missile defense capabilities. The test, known as Flight Test Other-40 (FTX-40) or “Stellar Banshee,” was conducted on March 24 off the coast of the…
Read MoreUS signals possible strike on Iran’s nuclear sites
The United States is quietly preparing for a possible military operation targeting Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, according to multiple indicators observed across the region. Movements of strategic assets and recent diplomatic communications point to growing tensions as the deadline for renewed nuclear negotiations nears. In recent days, observers have noted the redeployment of several B-2 Spirit…
Read MoreAustralia unveils new OWL kamikaze drones
Innovaero has announced the expansion of its precision loitering munitions program, known popularly as “kamikaze drones,” with the introduction of two new variants—OWL X and OWL A—during the Avalon 2025 airshow in Victoria. The Perth-based defense firm says the move represents a further step toward developing a sovereign, Australian-made strike capability. In a statement, Innovaero…
Read MoreFirst clear look at China’s new heavy tactical jet
A new video circulating on the Chinese social media platform Weibo offers the clearest view yet of what appears to be the People’s Liberation Army Air Force’s next-generation stealth combat aircraft, believed to be designated the J-36. The footage, reportedly captured near Chengdu in China’s Sichuan province, shows the aircraft landing at a facility owned…
Read MoreUS Army tests new DeepStrike mobile launcher
Raytheon, an RTX business, has announced the successful live-fire demonstration of its autonomous DeepStrike mobile launcher during the U.S. Army’s Project Convergence Capstone 5 exercise. The system, designed to operate without a human driver, is part of the Army’s broader modernization efforts aimed at boosting mobility, survivability, and precision strike capabilities. The DeepStrike launcher, developed…
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