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DefenseNews.com • Stephen Losey

USAF eyes inspections, spare‑parts funding as leaders make readiness 'commanders' business'

The Air Force secretary and chief of staff have made improving readiness a top priority, directing increased inspections and targeted spare‑parts funding to raise mission availability. The effort is being framed as "commanders' business," Lt. Gen. Pleus said, placing operational leaders at the center of execution.

Also: AirForceTimes and Military Times
2026-02-02T13:02:50.892463-08:00
MRO   Military Aircraft Procurement   Orders   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Asia-Pacific (APAC)  
Aviation Week • Chen Chuanren

Singapore Opts For Pre-Owned C-130Hs For Interim Hercules Replacement

By Aviation Week: The Republic of Singapore Air Force is opting to acquire secondhand Lockheed Martin C-130H aircraft as an interim measure to replace some aging C-130B/Hs.

Also: Shephard Media
2026-02-02T08:03:04.279998-08:00
Honeywell   AI   Supply Chain   Military Aircraft Procurement   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Asia-Pacific (APAC)  
FlightGlobal • Ryan Finnerty

Honeywell launches SkyShot 1600 turbofan targeting Asia’s uncrewed fighter/CCA market

By FlightGlobal: Honeywell Aerospace is targeting Asia's autonomous aviation sector with its new SkyShot 1600 turbofan, designed specifically for the emerging Collaborative Combat Aircraft category amid a shortage of suitable powerplants.

2026-02-02T06:34:43.713484-08:00
Europe   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Workforce & Skills Development   BAE Systems  
Reuters

BAE Systems workers in northwest England to strike Feb 2–20 over pay, risking defence production delays

By Reuters: Workers at British defence group BAE Systems in northwest England plan to take part in strikes from February 2 until at least February 20 in a dispute over pay and conditions, a union representing them said on Monday.

Also: UK Defence Journal
2026-02-02T06:22:48.610240-08:00
Military Aircraft Procurement   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Defense Industry & Major Contractors  
FlightGlobal • Greg Waldron

South Korea to add air-to-ground and air-to-sea modes to KF-21 AESA radar

By FlightGlobal: South Korea will expand the operational modes of the active electronically scanned array radar equipping the Korea Aerospace Industries KF-21 fighter, focusing on air-to-ground and air-to-sea capabilities to enhance the aircraft's multi-role performance.

2026-02-02T01:55:38.957006-08:00
UAV Development & Drone Programs   Europe   Aviation Safety & Regulation   Airport Infrastructure & Air Traffic Management   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact  
AeroTime • Joshua R Kroeker

Russia’s drone war exposes Europe’s infrastructure risk

By AeroTime: Russia’s drone campaign against Ukraine’s energy and transport systems shows how low-cost attacks can destabilize society, a warning for Europe.

Also: tass.com
2026-02-01T20:07:28.776846-08:00