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Farnborough Airshow 2026 reveals first flying-display lineup featuring F-35A, Spitfire, Airbus A350 and other highlights

Farnborough International Airshow’s organisers have released an initial wave of aircraft for the July 20-24, 2026 flying programme, positioning the event as its largest and most diverse in decades. Confirmed highlights include an F-35A, Spitfire, Airbus A350 and Boeing 747, alongside other featured performers such as the CX300.

2026-06-04T04:02:26.400420-07:00

Reuters

Brazil signals follow-on order for up to 20 additional Saab Gripen E/F jets as Sweden eyes expansion

2026-06-04T04:56:17.553047-07:00

FlightGlobal

Boeing says KC-46 Remote Vision System completes initial flight tests to lift tanker readiness under USAF pact

2026-06-04T07:10:59.288927-07:00

Aviation Today

Boeing touts MQ-28 Ghost Bat low-RCS validation as USAF CCA Increment 1 selects between Loyal-wingman contenders

2026-06-04T06:57:22.292124-07:00

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Breaking Defense

Sen. Ted Budd urges lawmakers to boost defense aviation ahead of midterms North Carolina Sen. Ted Budd says lawmakers are getting closer to the midterm elections and outlines concerns for defense firms, arguing for steps to strengthen U.S. defense aviation. The remarks frame near-term policy actions as critical to sustaining defense aviation capacity and competitiveness.

2026-06-04T07:28:03.537475-07:00

Sen. Ted Budd urges lawmakers to boost defense aviation ahead of midterms

FlightGlobal

Boeing says KC-46 Remote Vision System completes initial flight tests to lift tanker readiness under USAF pact Boeing’s defense team says the KC-46 tanker’s new Remote Vision System has completed initial flight testing, with the company targeting improved fleet readiness as the program moves through its USAF agreement. The milestone is positioned as a step toward reducing operational friction and supporting mission effectiveness.

2026-06-04T07:10:59.288927-07:00

Boeing says KC-46 Remote Vision System completes initial flight tests to lift tanker readiness under USAF pact

Aviation Today

Boeing touts MQ-28 Ghost Bat low-RCS validation as USAF CCA Increment 1 selects between Loyal-wingman contenders Boeing says the MQ-28A “Ghost Bat” has validated a low radar cross section (RCS) ahead of the U.S. Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) Increment 1 winner selection this year. The service plans to start Increment 2 after picking between competing airframe concepts, including Anduril’s YFQ-44A Fury.

2026-06-04T06:57:22.292124-07:00

Boeing touts MQ-28 Ghost Bat low-RCS validation as USAF CCA Increment 1 selects between Loyal-wingman contenders

Reuters

Sweden readies Gripen testing for Ukraine-focused air-war role against Russia Sweden’s Gripen is set to be tested in the mission profile it was designed for: confronting Russia in an operational air-war context, following Ukraine’s decision to position the fighter as a backbone of its air force. The move signals a transition from procurement optimism to mission-specific validation under combat pressure.

2026-06-04T05:56:19.207076-07:00

Sweden readies Gripen testing for Ukraine-focused air-war role against Russia

Reuters

Brazil signals follow-on order for up to 20 additional Saab Gripen E/F jets as Sweden eyes expansion Brazil plans to acquire as many as 20 more Saab Gripen E fighters, following (and potentially enlarging) the country’s existing F-39E/F Gripen programme footprint. The move comes amid Sweden’s indication of a possible follow-on buy and a broader Brazil–Sweden intent to deepen defense technology and industrial cooperation.

2026-06-04T04:56:17.553047-07:00

Brazil signals follow-on order for up to 20 additional Saab Gripen E/F jets as Sweden eyes expansion

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Farnborough Airshow 2026 reveals first flying-display lineup featuring F-35A, Spitfire, Airbus A350 and other highlights Farnborough International Airshow’s organisers have released an initial wave of aircraft for the July 20-24, 2026 flying programme, positioning the event as its largest and most diverse in decades. Confirmed highlights include an F-35A, Spitfire, Airbus A350 and Boeing 747, alongside other featured performers such as the CX300.

2026-06-04T04:02:26.400420-07:00

Farnborough Airshow 2026 reveals first flying-display lineup featuring F-35A, Spitfire, Airbus A350 and other highlights

Bloomberg

Switzerland weighs extending legacy fighter lifespan as $7.6B US aircraft deal hits price dispute Switzerland is reviewing whether to extend the service life of its current fighter jets because a proposed 6 billion-franc ($7.6 billion) procurement from the US is stalled by a disagreement over aircraft pricing. The review signals near-term risk to planned recapitalization timelines tied to the delayed deal.

2026-06-04T03:28:04.590762-07:00

Switzerland weighs extending legacy fighter lifespan as $7.6B US aircraft deal hits price dispute

Breaking Defense

USAF picks GE Aerospace and Rolls-Royce to advance “medium-thrust” drone engines for next-gen uncrewed air systems The U.S. Air Force has selected GE Aerospace and Rolls-Royce to advance designs for engines intended to power a medium-thrust class of drones, an Air Force spokesperson told Breaking Defense. The effort signals continued propulsion investment to expand payload-capable uncrewed fleets beyond current inventories.

2026-06-03T12:44:08.447034-07:00

USAF picks GE Aerospace and Rolls-Royce to advance “medium-thrust” drone engines for next-gen uncrewed air systems

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Farnborough Airshow 2026 reveals first flying-display lineup featuring F-35A, Spitfire, Airbus A350 and other highlights

Brazil signals follow-on order for up to 20 additional Saab Gripen E/F jets as Sweden eyes expansion

Boeing says KC-46 Remote Vision System completes initial flight tests to lift tanker readiness under USAF pact

Boeing touts MQ-28 Ghost Bat low-RCS validation as USAF CCA Increment 1 selects between Loyal-wingman contenders

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