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Canada and Ukraine sign arrangement to scale domestic military drone production via Volatus–UCan Brave Tech partnership

Canada and Ukraine have signed an arrangement to strengthen defense-industry cooperation for uncrewed weapon systems, including plans for domestic production to supply Kyiv. The effort—linked to commitments by PM Mark Carney and Defense Minister David J. McGuinty—pairs Volatus Aerospace with UCan Brave Tech to advance autonomous systems and cUAS/security innovation.

2026-05-29T10:26:05.631331-07:00

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Romania expands ISR capability with additional Quantum Systems Vector reconnaissance systems

2026-05-29T06:41:40.853032-07:00

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Boeing design work to repurpose decommissioned hardpoints to boost B-1B external hypersonic missile capacity

2026-05-28T17:56:26.498149-07:00

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Ukraine’s Gripen buy-and-donate plan grows to 20 new and 16 donated jets, funded via EU Ukraine Support Loan

2026-05-28T02:44:32.723407-07:00

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Canada and Ukraine sign arrangement to scale domestic military drone production via Volatus–UCan Brave Tech partnership Canada and Ukraine have signed an arrangement to strengthen defense-industry cooperation for uncrewed weapon systems, including plans for domestic production to supply Kyiv. The effort—linked to commitments by PM Mark Carney and Defense Minister David J. McGuinty—pairs Volatus Aerospace with UCan Brave Tech to advance autonomous systems and cUAS/security innovation.

2026-05-29T10:26:05.631331-07:00

Canada and Ukraine sign arrangement to scale domestic military drone production via Volatus–UCan Brave Tech partnership

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Romania expands ISR capability with additional Quantum Systems Vector reconnaissance systems Quantum Systems is increasing its footprint in Romania by supplying additional Vector reconnaissance systems for European defense surveillance missions. The move underscores continued emphasis on persistent ISR coverage, including around regional flashpoints where UAV activity has recently driven air-defense posture changes.

2026-05-29T06:41:40.853032-07:00

Romania expands ISR capability with additional Quantum Systems Vector reconnaissance systems

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Boeing design work to repurpose decommissioned hardpoints to boost B-1B external hypersonic missile capacity Boeing engineers are advancing design efforts to repurpose decommissioned weapons stations on the B-1B Lancer for the US Air Force. External hardpoints on the bomber’s lower fuselage could then support carriage of long-range hypersonic missiles, expanding the aircraft’s weapons capacity without building new station architecture.

2026-05-28T17:56:26.498149-07:00

Boeing design work to repurpose decommissioned hardpoints to boost B-1B external hypersonic missile capacity

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MQ-28 Ghost Bat completes first US-based autonomous test flights off California Boeing says the MQ-28A “Ghost Bat” completed three operational flights at the Point Mugu Sea Range from U.S. Naval Base Ventura County, validating autonomous operations and demonstrating rapid deployment and sustained activity from an allied location. The test marks the first flight of the Australia-built tactical jet outside Australia, with sales messaging that could extend to Pentagon customers.

2026-05-28T09:37:30.711544-07:00

MQ-28 Ghost Bat completes first US-based autonomous test flights off California

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USAF launches rapid-install line for Eagle passive-active survivability on F-15E Strike Eagles The US Air Force will begin installing the Eagle Passive Active Warning Survivability System on its F-15Es starting next month, using a dedicated rapid processing facility to accelerate the retrofit. The move signals a near-term push to improve electronic warfare protection on the strike fleet.

2026-05-28T09:23:17.692004-07:00

USAF launches rapid-install line for Eagle passive-active survivability on F-15E Strike Eagles

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Ukraine’s Gripen buy-and-donate plan grows to 20 new and 16 donated jets, funded via EU Ukraine Support Loan Kyiv and Stockholm have advanced plans for up to 20 Saab Gripen fighter jets—20 for Ukraine as new-build (including E/F-model aircraft) and earlier-delivered donations of 16 older C/D-version jets—under a package supported by the EU’s Ukraine Support Loan. Delivery timing is targeted for the 2027 window, with Sweden also aiming to include Meteor long-range missiles and fit-out for Ukraine’s dispersed operations.

2026-05-28T02:44:32.723407-07:00

Ukraine’s Gripen buy-and-donate plan grows to 20 new and 16 donated jets, funded via EU Ukraine Support Loan

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Israel receives first on-order Boeing KC-46A “Gideon” tanker ahead of local systems installation Israel’s first Boeing KC-46A tanker, dubbed “Gideon,” has arrived in-country ahead of service entry and begins the next phase of installation work for local systems. The aircraft is the first of six KC-46As ordered, marking a tangible step toward expanding Israel’s aerial refueling capability.

2026-05-28T01:35:42.570055-07:00

Israel receives first on-order Boeing KC-46A “Gideon” tanker ahead of local systems installation

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Israel takes delivery of first KC-46A tanker to replace aging Boeing 707 fleet The Israeli Air Force has officially received its first Boeing KC-46A (“Gideon”) aerial-refueling tanker at Nevatim Air Base, following completion of initial U.S. test activity. The new aircraft marks a step-change in refueling capability and supports a planned progressive replacement of the IAF’s veteran Boeing 707 tankers.

2026-05-28T01:35:42.570055-07:00

Israel takes delivery of first KC-46A tanker to replace aging Boeing 707 fleet

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Canada and Ukraine sign arrangement to scale domestic military drone production via Volatus–UCan Brave Tech partnership

Romania expands ISR capability with additional Quantum Systems Vector reconnaissance systems

Boeing design work to repurpose decommissioned hardpoints to boost B-1B external hypersonic missile capacity

Ukraine’s Gripen buy-and-donate plan grows to 20 new and 16 donated jets, funded via EU Ukraine Support Loan

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