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Lockheed Martin

Lockheed wins U.S. FMS award to supply advanced C-130J training devices to RAAF; deliveries from 2029

Lockheed Martin has been awarded a U.S. foreign military sale, via Wright‑Patterson AFB, to deliver advanced C‑130J training devices and simulator upgrades to the RAAF. Deliveries start in 2029 and include two weapon‑systems trainers, an integrated cockpit systems trainer, a loadmaster part‑task trainer and virtual simulation/maintenance upgrades.

Australian Aviation • Robert Dougherty

RAAF to receive new and upgraded C-130J training equipment

2026-02-18T14:05:52.588894-08:00
Supply Chain   Missile Systems & Strategic Weapons   Defense Budgets & Spending   Defense Industry & Major Contractors  
Breaking Defense • Valerie Insinna

Northrop says it won’t seek direct DoD funding for solid rocket motors; suppliers may pursue investment

By Breaking Defense: “There's just a lot of strategic synergy in those parts of our portfolio that we want to maintain ownership structure of,” said Northrop CEO Kathy Warden.

2026-02-18T15:05:11.365986-08:00
UAV Development & Drone Programs   AI   Air Cargo & Freight Logistics   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Defense Policy  
DefenseNews.com

DARPA launches $6.5M contest to develop drones that can carry up to four times more payload

By DefenseNews.com: To find a way to lift up to four times as much weight with drone technology, DARPA is turning to the public in an open competition with $6.5 million on the line.

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2026-02-18T07:15:29.481484-08:00
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Aviation Week • Steve Trimble

Canada to Prioritize Domestic Suppliers in C$180B Defense Procurement, Targets 240% Growth

By Aviation Week: Canada will prioritize domestic businesses for the award of an estimated C$180 billion in military procurement contracts over the next 10 years.

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2026-02-17T11:56:45.611614-08:00