AINonline
• Charlotte Bailey
Sikorsky says it is adding its Matrix autonomy to Beta Technologies’ MV250 hybrid-electric VTOL. The company frames the MV250 as joining a Matrix-equipped fleet, extending the autonomy stack to a military-focused eVTOL platform.
AINonline
• David Donald
By AINonline: New fleets are being proposed to meet the AEW and airlift needs of NATO member coalitions.
The War Zone
• Ian Ellis-Jones
By The War Zone: The U.S. conducted a weekend wave of strikes against Iran and announced a new round today, while the reinstated blockade of Iranian ports approaches the one-week mark.
FlightGlobal
• Greg Waldron
By FlightGlobal: South Korean manufacturer says T-50/FA-50 boast track record across three key missions. Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) believes the T-50/FA-50 light jet family is well placed for the UK’s advanced jet trainer requirement, as it also continues improvement work for the aircraft.
FlightGlobal
• Murdo Morrison
By FlightGlobal: The Czech company is on full thrust, thanks to a decision it made 25 years ago to focus on the emerging uncrewed air vehicle market.
Vertical Mag
• Moog Press Release
By Vertical Mag: Moog announces FAA approval for the GRC 4000 rotorcraft autopilot, enhancing Black Hawk helicopters with advanced automation.
Breaking Defense
• Elisabeth Gosselin-Malo
By Breaking Defense: David McGuinty said Canada's planned F-35 purchase is still under review and will remain so “until we take the time to get it right for Canadians.”.
Reuters
• Dan Catchpole, Joanna Plucinska
By Reuters: Farnborough Airshow opened on Monday with Boeing and Airbus securing the first aircraft orders, while defence companies unveiled lower-cost interceptor missiles and drones as the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East drive demand for stronger air-defence capabilities.
SpaceWatch Global
• Torsten Kriening
Breaking Defense
• Valerie Insinna
