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U.S. notifies Congress of planned $700M+ jet engine sale to Turkey, drawing lawmaker concerns

The Trump administration has formally notified Congress of its intent to sell dozens of jet engines worth more than $700 million to Turkey, Reuters reported. The notification comes despite concerns raised by lawmakers, underlining ongoing scrutiny of U.S. defense export decisions during an active policy debate.

2026-06-25T17:40:31.777915-07:00

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US approval pathway for GE F110 engines could accelerate Turkey’s TAI KAAN program amid F-35 industrial-base concerns

2026-06-25T17:40:31.777915-07:00

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Bristow Group to acquire Berry Aviation for $105M to expand US government/defense aviation operations

2026-06-25T12:56:21.121709-07:00

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India’s DRDO declares NETRA Mk 1 airborne early warning and control fleet fully operational after final operational clearance to

2026-06-25T14:26:09.460205-07:00

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U.S. notifies Congress of planned $700M+ jet engine sale to Turkey, drawing lawmaker concerns The Trump administration has formally notified Congress of its intent to sell dozens of jet engines worth more than $700 million to Turkey, Reuters reported. The notification comes despite concerns raised by lawmakers, underlining ongoing scrutiny of U.S. defense export decisions during an active policy debate.

2026-06-25T17:40:31.777915-07:00

U.S. notifies Congress of planned $700M+ jet engine sale to Turkey, drawing lawmaker concerns

Reuters

US approval pathway for GE F110 engines could accelerate Turkey’s TAI KAAN program amid F-35 industrial-base concerns Reuters reports Washington is expected to move forward with the sale/approval of GE F110 engines for Turkey’s indigenous TAI KAAN fighter. U.S. officials also say there would be “no devastating impact” to the F-35 industrial base if Turkey exits, even as Ankara signals positive engagement on NATO/F-35 matters.

2026-06-25T17:40:31.777915-07:00

US approval pathway for GE F110 engines could accelerate Turkey’s TAI KAAN program amid F-35 industrial-base concerns

FlightGlobal

India’s DRDO declares NETRA Mk 1 airborne early warning and control fleet fully operational after final operational clearance to DRDO has handed over the final operational clearance certificate for the indigenous NETRA AEW&C system to the Indian Air Force, confirming the platform is combat-ready. The clearance validates the system’s radar, surveillance, communication, and self-protection capabilities and marks the fleet’s move to full operational status.

2026-06-25T14:26:09.460205-07:00

India’s DRDO declares NETRA Mk 1 airborne early warning and control fleet fully operational after final operational clearance to

FlightGlobal

Top Aces supports Royal Danish Air Force F-35A aggressor training with Skyhawks and Alpha Jets Top Aces conducted adversary-air training for the Royal Danish Air Force using Skyhawk and Alpha Jet aircraft, with the trial running in April and May. The work forms part of a demonstration of commercially provided aggressor services supporting Danish F-35A operations.

2026-06-25T13:57:05.935477-07:00

Top Aces supports Royal Danish Air Force F-35A aggressor training with Skyhawks and Alpha Jets

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Bristow Group to acquire Berry Aviation for $105M to expand US government/defense aviation operations Bristow Group will buy Berry Aviation from Acorn Capital Management in an all-cash $105 million deal. The acquisition is aimed at expanding Bristow’s government contracts business, strengthening capabilities for search and rescue and defense-related missions including ISR, while improving cash flow.

2026-06-25T12:56:21.121709-07:00

Bristow Group to acquire Berry Aviation for $105M to expand US government/defense aviation operations

Aviation Today

Six F-35Bs Delivered Without Radars Thus Far, Program Director Says

2026-06-25T11:07:51.416078-07:00

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Marine Corps receives six F-35Bs without radars while AN/APG-85 delivery replaces legacy APG-81 The Marine Corps has taken delivery of six F-35B fighters so far without their radars, according to a program director. The service is awaiting Northrop Grumman’s delivery of the AN/APG-85, intended to replace the current APG-81 configuration.

2026-06-25T11:07:51.416078-07:00

Marine Corps receives six F-35Bs without radars while AN/APG-85 delivery replaces legacy APG-81

Aviation Today

USAF weighs Advanced Wing Weapons Pylon (AWWP) for B-52H, eyeing up to 130 long-term replacements The U.S. Air Force is examining the development of an Advanced Wing Weapons Pylon (AWWP) for the B-52H and a potential long-term buy of up to 130 AWWPs to replace the bomber’s Improved Common Pylon (ICP), fielded starting in the 1960s.

2026-06-25T10:40:43.087069-07:00

USAF weighs Advanced Wing Weapons Pylon (AWWP) for B-52H, eyeing up to 130 long-term replacements

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U.S. notifies Congress of planned $700M+ jet engine sale to Turkey, drawing lawmaker concerns

US approval pathway for GE F110 engines could accelerate Turkey’s TAI KAAN program amid F-35 industrial-base concerns

Bristow Group to acquire Berry Aviation for $105M to expand US government/defense aviation operations

India’s DRDO declares NETRA Mk 1 airborne early warning and control fleet fully operational after final operational clearance to

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