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Last Updated: Monday, Dec. 15, 2025, 6:02 AM PST
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Missile Systems & Strategic Weapons
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Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact
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DefenseNews.com
Where U.S. Hypersonic Capabilities Stand Compared to China — Expert Analysis
By DefenseNews.com: As China and other U.S. rivals claim to field operational hypersonic missiles, where does the U.S. stand in developing its own weapons? An expert weighs in.
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AirForceTimes and
Military Times
DefenseNews.com
• Gordon Arthur
Hanwha, Lockheed and allies jockey for roles in US munitions production surge
By DefenseNews.com: Hanwha Aerospace and Lockheed Martin are taking different routes to partake in the massive push to replenish America's artillery shells and rockets.
Breaking Defense
• Theresa Hitchens
Space Force to pursue next‑generation surveillance satellites without NRO partnership; issues RFI for wide‑field cameras
By Breaking Defense: Interested firms have until Jan. 9 to respond to a Space Force request for information about new wide-field-of-view cameras for a SILENTBARKER replacement constellation.
Hypersonic
Defense Budgets & Spending
Defense Industry & Major Contractors
Space Defense & Militarization
Policy & Regulation
Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact
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DefenseNews.com
Does the US need a ‘hypersonic czar’?
By DefenseNews.com: Former Air Force Secretary and Atlantic Council security expert Deborah James talks about how the military should approach an aggressive hypersonics program.
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AirForceTimes and
Military Times
China
UAV Development & Drone Programs
Military Aircraft Procurement
Defense Industry & Major Contractors
Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact
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Aviation Week
• Chen Chuanren
China's CH-7 Uncrewed Flying Wing Makes Debut Flight
By Aviation Week: The Cai Hong-7 stealthy uncrewed aerial system made by CASC has completed its maiden flight from an undisclosed airfield in northwest China.
Air Data News
China’s CH-7 stealth UAV completes first flight
Europe
Military Aircraft Procurement
Orders
Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)
Defense Industry & Major Contractors
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Airbus
Germany orders 20 additional Airbus H145M helicopters
By Airbus: Germany has decided to exercise the option for 20 more H145M light combat helicopters (Leichter Kampfhubschrauber or LKH for short).
MRO
Europe
Military Aircraft Procurement
Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)
Defense Industry & Major Contractors
rotorhub.com
• Grace Hardy
Leonardo and Heli‑One extend NAWSARH (Norwegian SAR) MRO support through 2030
By rotorhub.com: Leonardo has extended its support contract for the NAWSARH programme with Heli-One to continue to deliver its services until 2030.
