NASA’s experimental X-59 aircraft reached a major milestone by flying faster than the speed of sound for the first time, supporting the Quesst mission, which aims to demonstrate quieter supersonic flight.
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Spain selects new SAETA II training jet to replace aging F-5s
The program led by Airbus will include 30 aircraft based on the HÜRJET, with strong participation from the Spanish industry and a new training center equipped with advanced simulators.
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GEK1500: Affordable Engine Could Power Drones, CCAs and Missiles
SAN DIEGO, CA – February 23, 2026 – GE Aerospace and Kratos Defense & Security Solutions announced the signing of a joint $12.4 million contract with the U.S. Air Force to develop a next-generation jet engine for small Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA).
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M105 Engine: Russia’s Response to International Restrictions in the Aviation Sector
Rostec develops the M105, a piston engine for light aviation, aiming to replace imports following the embargo
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Video: Russian PD-8 engine undergoes severe bird-strike test
The Russian company ODK released a video of the certification tests of the PD-8 aircraft engine, developed for the Superjet aircraft. The trials assessed the reliability of the propulsion system and flight safety under an abnormal bird-strike scenario.
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Video: Electra Defense unveils EL9, an ultra-STOL hybrid aircraft for military use
Electra launches division focused on ultra-STOL hybrid-electric aircraft for military logistics
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Embraer advances in the Indian defense market with the C-390 Millennium
Partnership with the Mahindra group aims to strengthen Brazil’s presence in one of the world’s largest defense markets and align production with the “Make in India” program.
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Dassault Aviation Celebrates Production of the 300th Rafale Fighter
Saint-Cloud, October 7, 2025 — French manufacturer Dassault Aviation has announced that it has recently surpassed the milestone of 300 Rafale aircraft produced, solidifying the operational, industrial, and commercial success of one of the world’s most versatile and advanced fighters.
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Joby and L3Harris develop vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for military use
U.S.-based companies Joby Aviation and L3Harris Technologies have announced a new strategic partnership to develop a hybrid-electric eVTOL aircraft focused on military applications.
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X-59 Aircraft Moves for the First Time in NASA Tests
NASA has taken a major step toward quiet supersonic flight with the official start of taxi tests for its experimental X-59 aircraft.
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IDEX 2025: Russian Company Unveils Ka-32A11M Firefighting Helicopter
The Russian Helicopters Holding Company, part of the Rostec State Corporation, will present the Ka-32A11M firefighting helicopter at the International Defence Exhibition IDEX 2025, which will take place in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, from February 17 to 21.
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