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March 5, 2025
DRDO conducts high-altitude trials of Indigenous Integrated Life Support System for LCA TejasThe Defence Bio-Engineering & Electro Medical Laboratory (DEBEL), a Bengaluru-based lab under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), successfully conducted high-altitude trials of the Indigenous On-Board Oxygen...
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March 4, 2025
India's security apparatus must remain adaptive to emerging threats such as cyber warfare, hybrid warfare, space-based challenges, and transnational organised crime: Defence Minister Rajnath SinghAdvanced systems & technologies must be leveraged not only for security operations but also for disaster management & humanitarian relief: Defence Minister
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March 4, 2025
GA-ASI Flies Government Reference Autonomy Stack at Orange Flag 25-1Government-Supplied Pilot Vehicle Interface Used for Unmanned Combat Air Vehicles
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March 3, 2025
Defence Secretary presents report of the Empowered Committee to Defence Minister for Capability Enhancement of IAFDefence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh presented the report of the Empowered Committee for Capability Enhancement of the Indian Air Force (IAF) to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi on March 3, 2025.
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March 3, 2025
General Atomics Introduces Quadratix Software EnterpriseGeneral Atomics is reshaping its software enterprise for the future, merging efforts from across business lines into a single technology grid delivering all-domain response and information dominance.
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March 3, 2025
GA-ASI Welcomes USAF Designation for New CCA: YFQ-42AGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) welcomes the US Air Force's designation for its Collaborative Combat Aircraft: the new uncrewed jet fighter will be called the YFQ-42A.
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March 3, 2025
General Atomics Acquires North Point DefenseGeneral Atomics (GA) today announced the strategic acquisition of North Point Defense, Inc. (NPD), a leading provider of Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) exploitation software and sensor integration, by General Atomics Integrated Intelligence, Inc.
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March 1, 2025
IAF Fostering Civilian Military Co-Operation with Project UDANIn a landmark move to strengthen regional connectivity the Civilian Aviation Ministry, launched its aircraft BOEING-737 flight from Kolkata-Hindon - Goa on March 1, 2025.
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March 1, 2025
Exercise Desert Hunt 2025An integrated Tri-Service Special Forces exercise named Exercise Desert Hunt 2025 was conducted by the Indian Air Force at Air Force Station Jodhpur from February 24 to 28, 2025.
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February 28, 2025
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visits DRDO's Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex in HyderabadDefence Minister Rajnath Singh visited DRDO's Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, the nerve centre for design and development of indigenous missile systems, in Hyderabad, Telangana on February 28, 2025.
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February 26, 2025
DRDO & Indian Navy successfully conduct flight-trials of first-of-its-kind Naval Anti-Ship missileDefence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and Indian Navy carried out successful flight-trials of first-of-its-kind Naval Anti-Ship missile (NASM-SR) from Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur on February 25, 2025.
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February 25, 2025
CDS General Anil Chauhan emphasises need for Synergised Air & Naval Operations at the seminar on Enhancing Combat Power in the Indian Ocean RegionHeadquarters Southern Air Command, in collaboration with the Centre for Air Power Studies (CAPS), hosted a seminar on "Synergising Air and Naval Forces: Enhancing Combat Power in the Indian Ocean Region" on February 25, 2025.
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February 25, 2025
GA-ASI Advances Sub-Hunting With Test of New Air-Dropped SensorsGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) continues to expand the role of unmanned aerial systems, demonstrating the first-ever Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) capability on an MQ-9B SeaGuardian®.
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February 20, 2025
RTX's Pratt & Whitney passes first fully digital detailed design review on Next-Gen Adaptive Propulsion OfferingHardware procurement begins for XA103 prototype build and test
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February 20, 2025
RTX's Pratt & Whitney awarded $1.5 billion F119 engine sustainment contract for US Air Force's F-22 fleetContract will improve readiness and reduce costs for more than 400 engines
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February 14, 2025
Embraer begins production of Austria's first C-390 MillenniumThe next generation multi-mission aircraft will enhance the operational capabilities of the Austrian Air Force
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February 3, 2025
Embraer celebrates 10 years of the first flight of the KC-390 MillenniumWith its cutting-edge technology, exceptional range, and versatility, the KC-390 Millennium has solidified its position as a game-changer, expanding its customer's operational capabilities
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January 29, 2025
Bombardier Defense Celebrates the Official Unveiling of armasuisse's New Head of State Multi-mission Global 7500 AircraftBombardier Defense today celebrated the first public unveiling of armasuisse's newly-delivered Global 7500 multi-mission aircraft.
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January 22, 2025
Lockheed Martin to Modernize Air Force F-22 Raptor with Advanced Infrared Threat-Detection SensorsLockheed Martin has received a $270 million contract from the U.S. Air Force to integrate a system of next-generation infrared defensive sensors on the F-22 Raptor.
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January 15, 2025
Texas Air National Guard's 111th Attack Squadron Named RPA Squadron of the YearThe Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies and General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) presented the 2023 Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Squadron of the Year Award to the 111th Attack Squadron (ATKS) of the Texas Air National Guard, Joint Base Ellington Field, Texas.
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January 14, 2025
Uruguayan Air Force buys five Embraer A-29 Super Tucano by converting options into firm ordersEmbraer today announced that the Uruguayan Air Force (FAU) and the Uruguayan Ministry of National Defense (MDN) have converted options for five A-29 Super Tucano aircraft into firm orders.
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January 6, 2025
Air Commodore Debakinandan Sahu takes over as Air Officer Commanding, Base Repair Depot TughlakabadAir Commodore Debakinandan Sahu took over the command of Base Repair Depot, Tughlakabad on January 6, 2025 from Air Commodore Rishi Seth. The handing over / taking over took place with an impressive ceremonial parade by the depot personnel.
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January 5, 2025
Visit of Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Chief of Air Staff to Lakshadweep & Minicoy Islands from January 4-5, 2025Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh took over as Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) at a ceremony at Air Headquarters (Vayu Bhawan) on September 30, 2024.
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January 3, 2025
Air Vice Marshal Manmeet Singh took over as Senior Officer-in-Charge Administration, Headquarters Western Air Command, Indian Air ForceOn 1st January 2025, Air Vice Marshal Manmeet Singh took over as Senior Officer-in-Charge Administration, Headquarters Western Air Command, New Delhi.
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January 1, 2025
Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra Assumes Command of IAF's Western Air CommandAir Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Chief of the Air Staff visited Lakshadweep Islands from January 4-5, 2025. The CAS interacted with the air warriors at Minicoy Island and Kavarati Island.
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December 31, 2024
Embraer sells four A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to a new customer in AfricaEmbraer signed today a contract for the sale of four A-29 Super Tucano light attack and advanced trainer aircraft to an undisclosed customer in Africa.
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December 30, 2024
Embraer announces a firm order for six A-29 Super Tucanos from an undisclosed customerEmbraer announced today a firm order for six light attack and advanced trainer A-29 Super Tucanos placed by an undisclosed customer. This order will be included in the 4Q24 backlog and deliveries are scheduled to take place in 2026.
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December 27, 2024
Embraer signs contract for two C-390 Millennium with an undisclosed customerEmbraer signed today a contract with an undisclosed customer for the sale of two C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft. The contract also includes a comprehensive training and support package as well as the supply of spare parts.
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December 20, 2024
President of India Droupadi Murmu awards President's Colours to College of Defence Management, SecunderabadThe President of India Droupadi Murmu awarded the President's Colours to the College of Defence Management (CDM), Secunderabad on December 20, 2024, marking a historic milestone in the journey of the institute.
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December 21, 2024
Maroon Beret Ceremonial Parade at Garud Regimental Training Centre Air Force Station ChandinagarTo mark the successful completion of training of Air Force Special Forces operatives of 'Garud' force, Maroon Beret Ceremonial Parade was held on December 21, 2024 at Garud Regimental Training Centre.
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December 20, 2024
CAC Commanders' ConferenceAir Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Chief of the Air Staff, Indian Air Force visited Headquarters Central Air Command (CAC) from December 18 to 19, 2024 for the CAC Commanders' Conference 2024.
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December 18, 2024
Brazilian Air Force Acquires Second Firefighting Equipment Unit to Equip KC-390 FleetEmbraer has signed a contract with the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) to provide a new Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System (MAFFS II) unit.
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December 17, 2024
Embraer expands its presence in Europe through a subsidiary in Portugal dedicated to defense mattersSubsidiary will materialize Embraer's strategic objectives in creating relevant and cutting-edge defense and security solutions for customers in Europe and NATO
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December 16, 2024
Poland To Acquire Three MQ-9B SkyGuardians® From GA-ASIGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) announces the sale of three MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) systems to the Polish Ministry of Defence.
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December 16, 2024
Portugal orders 12 Embraer A-29N Super Tucano aircraftEuropean country becomes the launch customer of the A-29N, the NATO version of this world-renowned advanced trainer and light attack aircraft
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December 14, 2024
Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force AcademyThe Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) was held at the Air Force Academy (AFA) Dundigal Hyderabad on December 14, 2024, marking successful culmination of the pre-commissioning training of flight cadets of Flying and Ground duty branches of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
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December 10, 2024
Slovakia indicates the Embraer C-390 Millennium as the best option for its future military transport aircraftThe Slovak Ministry of Defense today signed a Letter of Intent with the Brazilian Ministry of Defense, paving the way for a deeper industrial cooperation between the two countries.
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December 10, 2024
Lockheed Martin and Missile Defense Agency Demonstrate Critical Capability for Defending Guam with Successful Flight TestLockheed Martin and the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), in support of United States Indo-Pacific Command and the Department of Defense (DoD), have successfully completed Flight Experiment Mission (FEM)-02.
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December 8, 2024
Commanders' Conference-2024 Western Air CommandA two day Commanders' Conference of Western Air Command (WAC) of the Indian Air Force was held on December 6 & 7, 2024 at New Delhi, with Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) as the chief guest.
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December 6, 2024
Valedictory Function 24 Production Test Pilots Course at Aircraft and Systems Testing EstablishmentThe valedictory function of the 24 Production Test Pilots (PTP) Course was held at the Air Force Test Pilots School of Aircraft and Systems Testing Establishment (ASTE) on December 6, 2024.