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Air Data News • Ricardo Meier

France to supply Ukraine additional Mirage 2000-5 fighters and interceptor missiles

Ukraine expects further military support from France, including additional Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets and interceptor missiles for its air-defence systems. Kyiv says the supplies aim to bolster air-defence capability and expand available interceptor assets amid an ongoing effort to strengthen national air defences.

2026-01-28T12:04:13.059180-08:00
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The War Zone • Thomas Newdick

Onboard Video Shows Ukrainian Su-25 Shot Down, Underscoring High Attrition Rates

By The War Zone: Highly dangerous missions and limited performance mean the Su-25 has recorded disproportionate losses over Ukraine. Highly dangerous missions and limited performance mean the Su-25 has recorded disproportionate losses over Ukraine.

2026-01-28T12:45:49.910120-08:00
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Breaking Defense • Theresa Hitchens

Lawmakers push for stronger anti‑jam, resilient PNT funding as Space Force completes GPS III launches

By Breaking Defense: Meanwhile, House and Senate appropriators are foot-stomping the need for improvements to the GPS constellation and new, resilient alternatives.

Also: Defense Daily, orlandosentinel.com, investors.lockheedmartin.com, Lockheed Martin and 6 more
2026-01-28T09:18:32.972766-08:00
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The War Zone • Thomas Newdick

Onboard Video Shows Ukrainian Su-25 Shot Down, Underscoring High Attrition and Vulnerability

By The War Zone: Highly dangerous missions and limited performance mean the Su-25 has recorded disproportionate losses over Ukraine. Highly dangerous missions and limited performance mean the Su-25 has recorded disproportionate losses over Ukraine.

2026-01-28T09:31:58.764874-08:00
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FlightGlobal • Craig Hoyle

Leonardo’s M-346 demonstrates FITS4TOP networked pilot-training technology for EU initiative

By FlightGlobal: Leonardo has led a demonstration of live, virtual and constructive training involving its M-346 advanced jet trainer in support of an EU-backed initiative seeking to enhance the quality of military pilot instruction.

Also: APAC Defence Reporter
2026-01-28T10:20:47.477460-08:00
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Aviation Week • Robert Wall

Polaris Wins German Military Contract to Test Fully Reusable Hypersonic Vehicle Capable of Deploying Satellites

By Aviation Week: Hypersonic vehicle developer Polaris won a German contract to build and flight test a fully reusable system with satellite deployment capability.

Also: AeroTime, defence-industry.eu and Janes
2026-01-27T04:07:10.953720-08:00