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The Air Current • Julie Johnsson

U.S. Navy seeks two fully functional prototypes for first tranche of Collaborative Combat Aircraft

The U.S. Navy has opened its long-anticipated search for a first tranche of Collaborative Combat Aircraft, requesting industry proposals for two fully functional uncrewed fighter prototypes to be delivered within three years. The effort marks the service’s initial step toward acquiring “loyal wingman” aircraft.

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2026-08-31T18:20:29.635700-07:00

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The War Zone • Thomas Newdick

Ukraine Report Challenges Russia’s Zircon Hypersonic Claims, Traces U.S.-Origin Electronics

By The War Zone: Ukraine’s intelligence report maps Zircon’s production chain and claims to identify U.S.-origin electronics inside the missile. Ukraine’s intelligence report maps Zircon’s production chain and claims to identify U.S.-origin electronics inside the missile.

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2026-08-31T14:50:04.461834-07:00

Middle East Helicopter Military Aircraft Procurement Defense Deals

Reuters

US approves military sale of helicopters to Iraq for $800 million

By Reuters: The U.S. State Department ‌said on Monday it had approved a ⁠military sale of helicopters to Iraq for $800 million.

aviationnews.eu

U.S. Clears Possible Sale of Bell 412EPX and Bell 407M Helicopters to Iraq

Also: Economic Times

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2026-08-31T16:05:11.822904-07:00

UAV Development & Drone Programs AI Defense Industry & Major Contractors

FlightGlobal • Ryan Finnerty

Video: Shield AI and GE Aerospace test thrust-vectoring F110 engine for X-Bat

By FlightGlobal: The propulsion project for Shield AI’s collaborative combat aircraft combines the proven fighter engine with an off-the-shelf Axisymmetric Vectoring Exhaust Nozzle system.

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2026-08-31T13:50:02.327486-07:00

Israel Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact Defense Policy

AirForceTimes • Cristina Stassis

US Air Force chief of staff discusses ‘regional situation’ with Israeli military officials

By AirForceTimes: U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Ken Wilsbach visited Israel recently and met with Israel Defense Forces and Israeli Air Force top officials.

Also: DefenseNews.com, defcrosnews.com and Military Times

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2026-08-31T13:12:20.703365-07:00

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Via Satellite • Rachel Jewett

All.Space Wins DIU Award Focused on Increasing Production Rate

By Via Satellite: All.Space has received a contract from the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) for its Hydra satcom terminal under a contract focused on increasing production rates in the U.S.

Also: Satellite Evolution

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2026-08-31T13:12:30.846147-07:00

Missile Systems & Strategic Weapons Asia-Pacific (APAC)

The War Zone • Thomas Newdick

Japan’s ASM-3 Kai Supersonic Cruise Missile May Have An Air-To-Air Capability

By The War Zone: Japan calls the ASM-3 Kai an “air-to-surface/anti-air” weapon, potentially pointing to a new counter to large high-value airborne targets. Japan calls the ASM-3 Kai an “air-to-surface/anti-air” weapon, potentially pointing to a new counter to high-value airborne targets.

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2026-08-31T10:20:13.834306-07:00

Military Aircraft Procurement Defense Policy

FlightGlobal • Ryan Finnerty

US Navy seeking new long-range air-launched torpedo dubbed ‘Silent Anvil’

By FlightGlobal: The anti-submarine munition is to be captive-carried and released from internal or external aircraft weapons stations. The US Navy is exploring options for a new air-launched torpedo.

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2026-08-31T08:51:07.428570-07:00

U.S. Navy seeks two fully functional prototypes for first tranche of Collaborative Combat Aircraft

Ukraine Report Challenges Russia’s Zircon Hypersonic Claims, Traces U.S.-Origin Electronics

US approves military sale of helicopters to Iraq for $800 million

U.S. Clears Possible Sale of Bell 412EPX and Bell 407M Helicopters to Iraq

Video: Shield AI and GE Aerospace test thrust-vectoring F110 engine for X-Bat

US Air Force chief of staff discusses ‘regional situation’ with Israeli military officials

All.Space Wins DIU Award Focused on Increasing Production Rate

Japan’s ASM-3 Kai Supersonic Cruise Missile May Have An Air-To-Air Capability

US Navy seeking new long-range air-launched torpedo dubbed ‘Silent Anvil’

U.S. Navy begins search for its first tranche of ‘loyal wingman’ uncrewed fighters

US approves military sale of helicopters to Iraq for $800 million

Ukraine Report Challenges Russia’s Zircon Hypersonic Claims, Traces U.S.-Origin Electronics

Video: Shield AI and GE Aerospace test thrust-vectoring F110 engine for X-Bat

US Air Force chief of staff discusses ‘regional situation’ with Israeli military officials

All.Space Wins DIU Award Focused on Increasing Production Rate

Pentagon signs 7-year deals to increase missile production

Gravitics to build ‘orbital carriers’ for space-based missile defense

RAF A400M Deploys U.S. and Royal Marines, JLTVs to Strategic Arctic Island

Space Force struggling to integrate commercial space data: Officials

Pentagon raises estimated F-35 acquisition cost by $51 billion to $536.2 billion as unit prices rise

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