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Yemen asserts airspace control after Mahan Air fracas

The Yemeni government has asserted control over its airspace following a “fracas” involving Mahan Air. The statement signals that the carrier’s operations and the disputed/contested nature of regional airspace management remain central to Yemen’s aviation posture.

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2026-07-23T06:05:11.464605-07:00

Reuters

IndiGo posts second straight quarterly loss as fuel costs surge; Adani seeks rule change to launch a new carrier

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2026-07-22T22:50:10.931272-07:00

Bloomberg

Lockheed Martin lifts FY26 outlook after Q2 earnings beat; record $230B backlog, THAAD interceptor production drive

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2026-07-23T04:05:59.485595-07:00

Air Data News

Lockheed Martin unveils Morfius X-Rotor reusable airborne high-power microwave system to defeat drone swarms

2 Sources

2026-07-23T04:13:19.600554-07:00

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Yemen asserts airspace control after Mahan Air fracas The Yemeni government has asserted control over its airspace following a “fracas” involving Mahan Air. The statement signals that the carrier’s operations and the disputed/contested nature of regional airspace management remain central to Yemen’s aviation posture.

2026-07-23T06:05:11.464605-07:00

Yemen asserts airspace control after Mahan Air fracas

Air Data News

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Lockheed Martin unveils Morfius X-Rotor reusable airborne high-power microwave system to defeat drone swarms Lockheed Martin introduced Morfius X-Rotor, a reusable airborne high-power microwave (HPM) weapon aimed at neutralizing large groups of hostile drones in a single mission. The system is designed to counter swarm attacks by effectively neutralizing more than 50 drones per flight with low-cost, repeatable battlefield protection.

2026-07-23T04:13:19.600554-07:00

Lockheed Martin unveils Morfius X-Rotor reusable airborne high-power microwave system to defeat drone swarms

Bloomberg

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Lockheed Martin lifts FY26 outlook after Q2 earnings beat; record $230B backlog, THAAD interceptor production drive Lockheed Martin reported Q2 results above consensus, raised its 2026 sales and outlook across key metrics, and posted record backlog of $230 billion, including the multi-year THAAD interceptor production contract. Net earnings reached $1.8 billion, with $3.2 billion cash from operations and $2.9 billion free cash flow. Shares climbed after the forecast upgrade as missile demand rose amid geopolitical tensions.

2026-07-23T04:05:59.485595-07:00

Lockheed Martin lifts FY26 outlook after Q2 earnings beat; record $230B backlog, THAAD interceptor production drive

AINonline

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Canada joins GCAP as first observer nation, granting “privileged” access in the program Canada is set to become the first observer nation in the GCAP (Global Combat Air Programme), bringing a fourth international partner into the effort. The move grants Canada “privileged” access to program activities, signaling deeper involvement short of full participation in the fighter development.

2026-07-23T03:39:23.078384-07:00

Canada joins GCAP as first observer nation, granting “privileged” access in the program

Reuters

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IndiGo posts second straight quarterly loss as fuel costs surge; Adani seeks rule change to launch a new carrier IndiGo reported a net loss of 2.38 billion rupees for the quarter ended June 30, its second consecutive quarterly loss, citing higher aviation fuel costs, a weaker rupee, and Middle East conflict disruptions despite strong revenue growth. It also expects capacity to be broadly flat in fiscal Q2 and removed nine older, damp-leased aircraft from its April–June fleet. Separately, Adani has reportedly asked India to relax rules barring airport operators from owning airlines, potentially enabling a new entrant to compete beyond IndiGo and Air India.

2026-07-22T22:50:10.931272-07:00

IndiGo posts second straight quarterly loss as fuel costs surge; Adani seeks rule change to launch a new carrier

politico.eu

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Germany wants combat drones. Government officials can’t agree where to get them.

2026-07-22T19:33:31.539607-07:00

Germany wants combat drones. G

Politico

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Beijing demands parts and service guarantees stall Boeing purchase talks amid risk of future US export restrictions China’s push for assurances on parts supply and service support has disrupted a Boeing purchase agreement, with the proposal “falling apart” as Boeing grapples with the prospect of further US export restrictions. The standoff centers on whether Beijing can secure long-term support coverage under changing trade controls.

2026-07-22T15:09:01.296588-07:00

Beijing demands parts and service guarantees stall Boeing purchase talks amid risk of future US export restrictions

Reuters

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EASA issues no-fly warning for Jordan airspace amid ongoing fighting EASA has added Jordan to its airspace operating restriction list, asking airlines not to operate in the country’s airspace. The action follows renewed conflict in the region and strikes affecting EASA’s U.S. Gulf allies.

2026-07-22T13:13:36.140380-07:00

EASA issues no-fly warning for Jordan airspace amid ongoing fighting

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