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Lockheed Martin Plans Sixth-Gen Upgrades for F-35 After F-47 Setback

Following Boeing's selection for the NGAD program, Lockheed Martin seeks to enhance the F-35 with sixth-generation technologies, aiming to deliver 80% of the lost F-47 capabilities at reduced cost. Proposed enhancements include superior stealth, passive infrared, and long-range weaponry.

2025-04-22T11:33:01.631104-07:00

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South Korea Enhances Surveillance with Fourth Spy Satellite Launch

2025-04-21T23:56:35.626571-07:00

Reuters

Northrop Grumman Faces $2B Loss on B-21 Raider, Revises Earnings Due to Manufacturing Costs

2025-04-22T05:36:29.946189-07:00

FlightGlobal

UK's Strategic Assessment of Autonomous Platforms for Future Combat Air System

2025-04-22T06:27:15.308776-07:00

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Aviation Week

GCAP Shifts Engine Strategy to Two-Spool Design The Global Combat Air Program (GCAP) has chosen a two-spool engine design, moving away from an adaptive-cycle concept to enhance electrical power generation and thermal management. This decision underscores the program's commitment to optimizing engine performance for futuristic combat aircraft.

2025-04-22T13:05:16.245036-07:00

GCAP Shifts Engine Strategy to Two-Spool Design

Breaking Defense

Lockheed Martin Plans Sixth-Gen Upgrades for F-35 After F-47 Setback Following Boeing's selection for the NGAD program, Lockheed Martin seeks to enhance the F-35 with sixth-generation technologies, aiming to deliver 80% of the lost F-47 capabilities at reduced cost. Proposed enhancements include superior stealth, passive infrared, and long-range weaponry.

2025-04-22T11:33:01.631104-07:00

Lockheed Martin Plans Sixth-Gen Upgrades for F-35 After F-47 Setback

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Belgian Red Devils Suspend Display Flights Amid Aircraft Transition The Belgian Air & Space Component's Red Devils display team has paused operations to find a new aircraft to replace the aging SIAI-Marchetti SF260. This decision comes amid a broader trend of fleet modernization within European air forces, as seen in various recent strategic moves.

2025-04-22T07:45:31.737750-07:00

Belgian Red Devils Suspend Display Flights Amid Aircraft Transition

FlightGlobal

UK's Strategic Assessment of Autonomous Platforms for Future Combat Air System The UK is actively evaluating autonomous collaborative platforms to integrate with its Future Combat Air System, despite shelving previous demonstration efforts. This move highlights a continued commitment to enhance military capabilities through advanced autonomous technology within the Tempest program framework.

2025-04-22T06:27:15.308776-07:00

UK's Strategic Assessment of Autonomous Platforms for Future Combat Air System

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Northrop Grumman Faces $2B Loss on B-21 Raider, Revises Earnings Due to Manufacturing Costs Northrop Grumman has reported a significant $2 billion loss in the B-21 Raider program, prompting a revision in its annual earnings forecast. The company cites increased manufacturing costs and shifts in production processes as central to the financial adjustments, impacting its quarterly profits.

2025-04-22T05:36:29.946189-07:00

Northrop Grumman Faces $2B Loss on B-21 Raider, Revises Earnings Due to Manufacturing Costs

Reuters

Lockheed Martin Q1 Profit Rises by 11%, Boosted by Strong Defense Demand Lockheed Martin reported an 11% increase in its net profit for Q1 2025, supported by strong demand for its missile systems and fighter jets. The defense giant also reaffirmed its annual sales forecast, expecting revenue between $73.75 billion and $74.75 billion.

2025-04-22T05:36:29.245969-07:00

Lockheed Martin Q1 Profit Rises by 11%, Boosted by Strong Defense Demand

Shephard Media

Italy to Upgrade UAV Fleet with Jump-20 and ScanEagle Systems Italy is set to replace its aging RQ-7 Shadow UAV fleet with the acquisition of Jump-20 uncrewed aerial systems, including the addition of ScanEagle drones. This procurement aims to enhance Italy's surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities, aligning with broader trends in UAV integration within European defense strategies.

2025-04-22T05:30:41.720994-07:00

Italy to Upgrade UAV Fleet with Jump-20 and ScanEagle Systems

Shephard Media

US Navy Cancels HALO Program, Prioritizes LRASM Enhancements The US Navy has decided to decommission its HALO program, initially aimed at achieving full operational capability by 2031, due to concerns over costs and scheduling. The decision shifts focus to enhancing the Long Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) capabilities, reflecting a strategic pivot in naval weaponry advancement.

2025-04-22T01:45:57.170194-07:00

US Navy Cancels HALO Program, Prioritizes LRASM Enhancements

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