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Shephard Media • Lucy Powell

UK launches Project Nightfall to develop 500+ km ground‑launched ballistic missile for Ukraine

Britain has launched Project Nightfall to rapidly develop a ground‑launched ballistic missile with a stated range of more than 500 km for Ukraine, with procurement contracts due March 2026 and an initial test‑firing of deep‑strike capability planned by 2027. The programme is also positioned to bolster UK long‑range strike options.

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2026-01-13T05:52:10.183590-08:00
China   Military Aircraft Procurement   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
Air Data News • Ricardo Meier

China unveils upgraded J-20A and twin-seat J-20S stealth fighters on 15th anniversary of first flight

By Air Data News: Chinese official media have disclosed new details on upgraded variants of the J-20 stealth fighter, designated J-20A and J-20S, marking 15 years since the.

2026-01-14T00:36:33.372381-08:00
MRO   Helicopter   Europe   Military Aircraft Procurement   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Thales  
FlightGlobal • Dominic Perry

France and Spain award contracts to upgrade NH90 special‑forces helicopters for low‑visibility operations

By FlightGlobal: France and Spain look set to significantly enhance the ability of some of their NH Industries NH90 battlefield helicopters to operate in low-visibility conditions following the award of key development contracts to equipment suppliers.

2026-01-14T01:26:27.589128-08:00
Helicopter   Leadership   Europe   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Airbus  
Airbus

Airbus names Matthieu Louvot CEO of Airbus Helicopters, effective 1 April 2026

By Airbus: Airbus SE (stock exchange symbol: AIR) has appointed Matthieu Louvot Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Airbus Helicopters, effective 1 April 2026.

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2026-01-13T02:34:04.644349-08:00