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U.S. State Dept clears $150M Bell 505 Jet Ranger X package for Philippines training

The U.S. State Department has approved the Philippines’ Foreign Military Sale request for a Bell 505 Jet Ranger X helicopter training package, valued at about $150 million. DSCA’s announcement frames the deal as a boost to Manila’s rotary-wing training capability amid ongoing U.S.-Philippines defense cooperation.

2026-05-06T11:00:30.678477-07:00

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State Dept. approves $373.6M Foreign Military Sale of Boeing JDAM-ER tail kits to Ukraine

2026-05-05T17:06:38.110297-07:00

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Israel approves additional F-35 and F-15I buys, backing two new fighter squadrons and a 350 billion-shekel defense-manufacturing

2026-05-03T02:57:03.011627-07:00

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Saab FMV denies Botswana Gripen C/D sale reports amid “in talks” claims

2026-05-05T04:24:10.914917-07:00

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U.S. State Dept clears $150M Bell 505 Jet Ranger X package for Philippines training The U.S. State Department has approved the Philippines’ Foreign Military Sale request for a Bell 505 Jet Ranger X helicopter training package, valued at about $150 million. DSCA’s announcement frames the deal as a boost to Manila’s rotary-wing training capability amid ongoing U.S.-Philippines defense cooperation.

2026-05-06T11:00:30.678477-07:00

U.S. State Dept clears $150M Bell 505 Jet Ranger X package for Philippines training

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State Dept. approves $373.6M Foreign Military Sale of Boeing JDAM-ER tail kits to Ukraine The U.S. State Department has approved a potential $373.6 million Foreign Military Sale for 1,532 Boeing JDAM-ER tail kits/guidance elements to Ukraine. The guidance kits are intended to expand Ukrainian Air Force stand-off strike capability using JDAM-ER extended-range precision munitions.

2026-05-05T17:06:38.110297-07:00

State Dept. approves $373.6M Foreign Military Sale of Boeing JDAM-ER tail kits to Ukraine

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Saab FMV denies Botswana Gripen C/D sale reports amid “in talks” claims Sweden’s state procurement agency FMV is denying that a deal has been reached to sell 12 Saab JAS Gripen C/D multirole fighters to Botswana, despite reporting that talks are underway. The denial keeps the prospective order unconfirmed as the supplier seeks clarity on scope and timelines.

2026-05-05T04:24:10.914917-07:00

Saab FMV denies Botswana Gripen C/D sale reports amid “in talks” claims

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MBDA wins UK MoD deal to develop a medium-range strike missile for future F-35 force MBDA has secured a UK Ministry of Defence contract to develop a medium-range strike weapon intended for its upcoming F-35 aircraft fleet. The deal extends MBDA’s role in arming UK stealth jets with a longer-range precision capability, aligning with ongoing UK investment in long-range effects.

2026-05-05T04:24:07.499374-07:00

MBDA wins UK MoD deal to develop a medium-range strike missile for future F-35 force

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US clears emergency FMS for $2.1B APKWS guided-rocket deliveries to three Gulf allies; Patriot and IBCS approvals for Qatar and The U.S. has issued Emergency Foreign Military Sales notifications covering $2.1 billion in guided-rocket deliveries using APKWS, targeting a three-nation Middle East/Gulf trio. Separate emergency approvals also clear Patriot-related and Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) sales for Qatar and Kuwait.

2026-05-04T01:37:06.046937-07:00

US clears emergency FMS for $2.1B APKWS guided-rocket deliveries to three Gulf allies; Patriot and IBCS approvals for Qatar and

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Israel approves additional F-35 and F-15I buys, backing two new fighter squadrons and a 350 billion-shekel defense-manufacturing Israel’s defense ministry has given final approval to procure two new combat squadrons of F-35 and F-15IA aircraft from Lockheed Martin and Boeing, worth tens of billions of shekels. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also directed a 350 billion-shekel investment to boost advanced local defense manufacturing, citing a “crushing air superiority” posture after the Iran air war.

2026-05-03T02:57:03.011627-07:00

Israel approves additional F-35 and F-15I buys, backing two new fighter squadrons and a 350 billion-shekel defense-manufacturing

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Chinese fighter sales surge after India-Pakistan conflict boosts demand for China-built aircraft China’s fighter-jet manufacturers are reporting a sharp rise in sales after the 2025 India–Pakistan conflict, in which Pakistan credited China-built aircraft with playing a decisive role in aerial combat. The reported sales uptick points to translating combat credibility into export momentum for Chinese platforms.

2026-04-30T07:45:07.940758-07:00

Chinese fighter sales surge after India-Pakistan conflict boosts demand for China-built aircraft

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Investigation: Russian “shadow airlines” reportedly use Algeria-based routes and commercial aircraft to move soldiers Investigations say Russian “shadow airlines” are using Algeria as a base for secretive missions as Moscow’s military-export business faces post-Ukraine pressure. Separately, reporting indicates Russia is transporting soldiers and military personnel on commercial passenger aircraft alongside civilians.

2026-04-30T04:41:46.834849-07:00

Investigation: Russian “shadow airlines” reportedly use Algeria-based routes and commercial aircraft to move soldiers

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U.S. State Dept clears $150M Bell 505 Jet Ranger X package for Philippines training

State Dept. approves $373.6M Foreign Military Sale of Boeing JDAM-ER tail kits to Ukraine

Israel approves additional F-35 and F-15I buys, backing two new fighter squadrons and a 350 billion-shekel defense-manufacturing

Saab FMV denies Botswana Gripen C/D sale reports amid “in talks” claims

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