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Boeing pushes ahead with KC-46 testing despite schedule slips and new pretax charges for cost overruns

Boeing is continuing testing on the KC-46 aerial-refuelling tanker even after the program faces another schedule slip and a fresh pretax charge tied to cost overruns. The update underscores ongoing execution risk while Boeing works to preserve momentum on flight-test and acceptance timelines.

2026-05-05T04:24:00.513482-07:00

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US Air Force seeks nearly $1B for initial procurement of Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA)

2026-05-05T06:32:59.046002-07:00

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Sikorsky reports near-30 hours of UH-60M Black Hawk ITEP test flying with GE T901 engines

2026-05-05T05:54:49.744687-07:00

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Germany presses Airbus for a precise fix plan to unblock repeated A400M delivery delays

2026-05-05T04:24:14.425578-07:00

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US Air Force seeks nearly $1B for initial procurement of Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) The U.S. Air Force is pursuing nearly $1 billion in funding for the initial procurement phase of Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA), moving the program from prototype efforts toward production. The request signals an acceleration in fielding next-generation air-combat platforms focused on human–machine teaming.

2026-05-05T06:32:59.046002-07:00

US Air Force seeks nearly $1B for initial procurement of Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA)

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Sikorsky reports near-30 hours of UH-60M Black Hawk ITEP test flying with GE T901 engines Sikorsky says U.S. Army and industry test pilots have now accumulated nearly 30 flight-test hours using next-generation GE T901 engines on the UH-60M Black Hawk under the ITEP effort. The update reflects continued progress in validating the engine integration on the program’s test aircraft.

2026-05-05T05:54:49.744687-07:00

Sikorsky reports near-30 hours of UH-60M Black Hawk ITEP test flying with GE T901 engines

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Germany presses Airbus for a precise fix plan to unblock repeated A400M delivery delays Germany has urged Airbus to provide a specific, detailed plan to resolve persistent issues that have repeatedly pushed back deliveries of its new military transporter, the A400M. The move signals heightened pressure on Airbus to stabilize the programme’s schedule and address root causes of the setbacks.

2026-05-05T04:24:14.425578-07:00

Germany presses Airbus for a precise fix plan to unblock repeated A400M delivery delays

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Saab FMV denies Botswana Gripen C/D sale reports amid “in talks” claims Sweden’s state procurement agency FMV is denying that a deal has been reached to sell 12 Saab JAS Gripen C/D multirole fighters to Botswana, despite reporting that talks are underway. The denial keeps the prospective order unconfirmed as the supplier seeks clarity on scope and timelines.

2026-05-05T04:24:10.914917-07:00

Saab FMV denies Botswana Gripen C/D sale reports amid “in talks” claims

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MBDA wins UK MoD deal to develop a medium-range strike missile for future F-35 force MBDA has secured a UK Ministry of Defence contract to develop a medium-range strike weapon intended for its upcoming F-35 aircraft fleet. The deal extends MBDA’s role in arming UK stealth jets with a longer-range precision capability, aligning with ongoing UK investment in long-range effects.

2026-05-05T04:24:07.499374-07:00

MBDA wins UK MoD deal to develop a medium-range strike missile for future F-35 force

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USAF launches “full and open” competition to replace entire UH-1N Huey fleet The U.S. Air Force says it will run a “full and open” competition to replace the entire UH-1N Huey helicopter fleet. The move signals a wholesale recapitalization effort and sets the framework for follow-on rotorcraft selection and sustainment planning.

2026-05-05T04:24:02.581442-07:00

USAF launches “full and open” competition to replace entire UH-1N Huey fleet

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Boeing pushes ahead with KC-46 testing despite schedule slips and new pretax charges for cost overruns Boeing is continuing testing on the KC-46 aerial-refuelling tanker even after the program faces another schedule slip and a fresh pretax charge tied to cost overruns. The update underscores ongoing execution risk while Boeing works to preserve momentum on flight-test and acceptance timelines.

2026-05-05T04:24:00.513482-07:00

Boeing pushes ahead with KC-46 testing despite schedule slips and new pretax charges for cost overruns

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F-35 readiness push under scrutiny as USAF targets year-end operational declaration As the US Air Force races to declare its F-35 fleet operational by year-end, pilots and maintainers are weighing progress against reported risks: schedule delays, a faulty logistics system, and software glitches. The debate echoes prior warnings about software delivery timelines and fielding gaps.

2026-05-05T04:24:00.438799-07:00

F-35 readiness push under scrutiny as USAF targets year-end operational declaration

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Boeing pushes ahead with KC-46 testing despite schedule slips and new pretax charges for cost overruns

US Air Force seeks nearly $1B for initial procurement of Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA)

Sikorsky reports near-30 hours of UH-60M Black Hawk ITEP test flying with GE T901 engines

Germany presses Airbus for a precise fix plan to unblock repeated A400M delivery delays

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