New York TimesEric Schmitt, Karoun Demirjian, Kate Kelly, Tyler Pager

FAA–Pentagon Standoff Over Counter‑Drone Weapon Triggers El Paso Airspace Closure; NTSB Warns of Communication Gaps

The FAA ordered a temporary closure of El Paso airspace after citing a "grave risk of fatalities" from a new counter‑drone weapon used on the Mexican border, a move the Pentagon disputed as "necessary." NTSB chair Jennifer Homendy warned that FAA–Pentagon communication gaps could threaten airspace safety.

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2026-02-14T03:04:35.570713-08:00
saab.com

Saab and Joint Stock Company “Ukrainian Defense Industry” sign memorandum of understanding

By saab.com: Saab and the Joint Stock Company “Ukrainian Defense Industry” (JSC UDI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) regarding their intention to collaborate in the areas of aviation and airborne surveillance, in which they have complementary expertise.

2026-02-13T09:04:39.199956-08:00
FlightGlobalCraig Hoyle

BAE officials upbeat over follow-on Typhoon prospect with Saudi Arabia

By FlightGlobal: UK airframer BAE Systems remains confident that Saudi Arabia will place a long-anticipated follow-on order for the Eurofighter Typhoon, as Riyadh also eyes a possible future role in the currently three-nation Global Combat Air Programme.

2026-02-13T10:08:58.914558-08:00