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IAI unveils Ellyon‑equipped Gulfstream G600 as multirole AEW/ISR/EA special‑mission platform

Israel Aerospace Industries has unveiled a special‑mission Gulfstream G600 fitted with its Ellyon system, converting the business jet into a multirole airborne early warning, intelligence, surveillance and electronic‑attack (AEW/ISR/EA) platform. IAI presents the Ellyon‑G600 as a rapid, long‑range special‑mission solution for persistent situational awareness.

2026-02-04T01:02:57.213187-08:00

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Rafael declares Iron Beam operational after battlefield use against Iranian missiles and drones

2026-02-03T19:53:57.301804-08:00

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Tomorrow.io raises $175M to accelerate DeepSky AI-native weather satellite constellation

2026-02-03T13:34:04.112597-08:00

SpaceWatch Global

Israel Space Week draws global delegations; ISU spotlights next‑generation space education

2026-02-03T03:34:48.845216-08:00

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IAI unveils Ellyon‑equipped Gulfstream G600 as multirole AEW/ISR/EA special‑mission platform Israel Aerospace Industries has unveiled a special‑mission Gulfstream G600 fitted with its Ellyon system, converting the business jet into a multirole airborne early warning, intelligence, surveillance and electronic‑attack (AEW/ISR/EA) platform. IAI presents the Ellyon‑G600 as a rapid, long‑range special‑mission solution for persistent situational awareness.

2026-02-04T01:02:57.213187-08:00

IAI unveils Ellyon‑equipped Gulfstream G600 as multirole AEW/ISR/EA special‑mission platform

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Rafael declares Iron Beam operational after battlefield use against Iranian missiles and drones Rafael says its Iron Beam high‑energy laser air‑defence system has achieved operational status after being deployed to intercept Iranian missile and drone attacks. The announcement marks a key milestone for laser-based air defence after roughly 30 years of development and trials.

2026-02-03T19:53:57.301804-08:00

Rafael declares Iron Beam operational after battlefield use against Iranian missiles and drones

Via Satellite

Tomorrow.io raises $175M to accelerate DeepSky AI-native weather satellite constellation Tomorrow.io raised $175 million in a round led by Stonecourt Capital and HarbourVest to accelerate deployment of DeepSky, its AI-native weather‑sensing satellite constellation. The Israeli firm says the funds will speed launches, scale space‑based meteorological capability and expand forecasting services for commercial and government users.

2026-02-03T13:34:04.112597-08:00

Tomorrow.io raises $175M to accelerate DeepSky AI-native weather satellite constellation

SpaceWatch Global

Israel Space Week draws global delegations; ISU spotlights next‑generation space education Israel Space Week, held 26–29 January 2026, was a major success, engaging communities across Israel and hosting international delegates from government, industry and academia. The International Space University used the forum to showcase workforce and education initiatives aimed at training the next generation of space professionals.

2026-02-03T03:34:48.845216-08:00

Israel Space Week draws global delegations; ISU spotlights next‑generation space education

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BIRD Aerosystems wins multi‑million SPREOS DIRCM contract for Asia‑Pacific helicopter upgrades BIRD Aerosystems on 2 February announced a contract worth “tens of millions of dollars” to supply its SPREOS directed infrared countermeasures (DIRCM) for a helicopter upgrade programme in the Asia‑Pacific region. The deal covers delivery of dozens of units and includes a strategic technology‑transfer partnership with a leading local defence firm.

2026-02-02T18:27:40.964061-08:00

BIRD Aerosystems wins multi‑million SPREOS DIRCM contract for Asia‑Pacific helicopter upgrades

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U.S. approves multi‑billion arms packages: 30 AH‑64E Apaches, JLTVs and Namer APCs for Israel; $9B Patriot sale to Saudi Arabia The U.S. State Department approved multiple Foreign Military Sales to Israel including 30 AH‑64E Apache attack helicopters, thousands of JLTV tactical vehicles, Namer APC systems and related support — reported package values range from roughly $3.8B to $8.7B. Separately, a $9B Patriot missile sale to Saudi Arabia (730 missiles) was approved.

2026-01-30T16:33:40.108321-08:00

U.S. approves multi‑billion arms packages: 30 AH‑64E Apaches, JLTVs and Namer APCs for Israel; $9B Patriot sale to Saudi Arabia

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Elbit picks Lowental Hybrid for extended‑endurance UAV propulsion Elbit Systems has selected Lowental Hybrid to supply enhanced propulsion systems aimed at extending the endurance of some of its uncrewed aerial vehicles. The selection will equip select Elbit UAS with extended‑endurance powerplants to increase mission duration and flexibility across multiple mission profiles.

2026-01-28T04:19:11.193335-08:00

Elbit picks Lowental Hybrid for extended‑endurance UAV propulsion

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Owners in talks to sell Israel's Arkia for $50mn

2026-01-27T23:49:31.938593-08:00

Owners in talks to sell Israel

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IAI unveils Ellyon‑equipped Gulfstream G600 as multirole AEW/ISR/EA special‑mission platform

Rafael declares Iron Beam operational after battlefield use against Iranian missiles and drones

Tomorrow.io raises $175M to accelerate DeepSky AI-native weather satellite constellation

Israel Space Week draws global delegations; ISU spotlights next‑generation space education

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