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US Air Force Reevaluates F-47 Sixth-Gen Fighter Fleet Size Amid Budget Scrutiny

The U.S. Air Force is reassessing the size of its future F-47 sixth-generation fighter fleet as evolving concepts of air superiority and potential export considerations pose new challenges. The upcoming FY 2026 budget will reveal possible trade-offs needed to finance this advanced fighter.

2025-04-24T11:31:15.152410-07:00

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Korean Air Consortium Secures $673 Million Contract for Black Hawk Helicopter Upgrades

2025-04-22T21:19:55.922275-07:00

The War Zone

RAF Deploys A400M for Channel Patrols Amid Migrant Concerns

2025-04-23T13:24:54.302452-07:00

politico.eu

Italy Reaches NATO Defense Spending Target Ahead of Key Trump Meeting

2025-04-23T10:02:41.796107-07:00

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politico.eu

European Concerns Grow Amid Potential U.S. Military Withdrawal European capitals express unease over the potential reduction of U.S. military forces on the continent, revealing a dependency on American defense capabilities. This scenario could lead to increased pressure on European nations to enhance their own defense strategies and capabilities.

2025-04-24T22:31:48.155842-07:00

European Concerns Grow Amid Potential U.S. Military Withdrawal

Aviation Week

NATO Seeks Major Investment to Enhance Space Capabilities in Contested Domain NATO is planning to significantly increase its funding to boost space capabilities as part of its strategy to operate effectively within a more contested space environment. This reflects the alliance's acknowledgment of the critical role space will play in future defense and security operations.

2025-04-24T14:05:13.644545-07:00

NATO Seeks Major Investment to Enhance Space Capabilities in Contested Domain

The War Zone

US Air Force Reevaluates F-47 Sixth-Gen Fighter Fleet Size Amid Budget Scrutiny The U.S. Air Force is reassessing the size of its future F-47 sixth-generation fighter fleet as evolving concepts of air superiority and potential export considerations pose new challenges. The upcoming FY 2026 budget will reveal possible trade-offs needed to finance this advanced fighter.

2025-04-24T11:31:15.152410-07:00

US Air Force Reevaluates F-47 Sixth-Gen Fighter Fleet Size Amid Budget Scrutiny

Aviation Week

EU Parliament Backs Increased Defense Industrial Funding The European Union parliament has endorsed a proposal to boost defense industrial investment, aiming to strengthen the region's defense capabilities. This initiative aligns with broader efforts to reduce reliance on non-EU defense technologies and enhance strategic autonomy.

2025-04-24T09:09:15.182861-07:00

EU Parliament Backs Increased Defense Industrial Funding

The War Zone

RAF Deploys A400M for Channel Patrols Amid Migrant Concerns The UK Royal Air Force has tasked a British A400M Atlas with low-level patrols over the English Channel to monitor migrant boats originating from France. This deployment underscores the military's role in supporting maritime law enforcement and managing cross-border challenges.

2025-04-23T13:24:54.302452-07:00

RAF Deploys A400M for Channel Patrols Amid Migrant Concerns

politico.eu

Italy Reaches NATO Defense Spending Target Ahead of Key Trump Meeting Italy has finally met the NATO defense spending target, addressing long-standing criticisms and positioning itself more strategically within the alliance. This milestone comes ahead of a significant meeting with former U.S. President Trump, emphasizing Italy's commitment to bolstering its defense capabilities.

2025-04-23T10:02:41.796107-07:00

Italy Reaches NATO Defense Spending Target Ahead of Key Trump Meeting

FlightGlobal

Korean Air Consortium Secures $673 Million Contract for Black Hawk Helicopter Upgrades Korean Air's Aerospace Division, alongside LIG Nex1 and Collins Aerospace, has been selected as the preferred bidder for the 961.3 billion won ($673 million) project to upgrade 36 Sikorsky UH-60P Black Hawks for the South Korean military. This marks a significant step in enhancing special operations capabilities.

2025-04-22T21:19:55.922275-07:00

Korean Air Consortium Secures $673 Million Contract for Black Hawk Helicopter Upgrades

Aviacionline

Spain's Strategic Plan to Boost Defense Spending by €10 Billion Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announces an ambitious plan to raise Spain’s defense budget, targeting 2% of GDP to meet NATO expectations without increasing taxes or impacting social expenditures. The initiative focuses on significantly boosting defense capabilities, aligning Spain with NATO's collective security goals.

2025-04-22T14:24:26.618512-07:00

Spain's Strategic Plan to Boost Defense Spending by €10 Billion

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