UAV Development & Drone Programs   Missile Systems & Strategic Weapons   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
Reuters • Andrew Osborn

Russia fires Oreshnik hypersonic missile in overnight strikes on Ukraine, targeting energy and drone infrastructure

Russia said it launched its Oreshnik hypersonic missile at targets in Ukraine during a major overnight strike that struck energy and drone infrastructure, as Kyiv reported widespread drone and missile attacks across the country. Moscow said the launch was retaliation for a recent drone strike on Vladimir Putin’s residence.

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2026-01-08T23:02:31.746901-08:00
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Aviation Today • Frank Wolfe

US Air Force Officially Designates Northrop Grumman’s Project Talon CCA Prototype as YFQ‑48A

By Aviation Today: YFQ-48A is the designation for Northrop Grumman‘s Project Talon series of drone contenders for the U.S. Air Force Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program, the service said on Dec.

2026-01-08T14:03:29.211057-08:00
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Aviation Today • Frank Wolfe

Boeing awarded $266M sole‑source contract to redesign C-17 flight deck; USAF warns spares for two LRUs may run out by FY2028

By Aviation Today: In mid-December, the Air Force awarded Boeing a $266 million sole source contract through 2031 to replace the flight deck of the company’s C-17 airlifter.

2026-01-08T13:49:56.027623-08:00
Military Aircraft Procurement   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
Aviation Today • Frank Wolfe

Pentagon IG Report Flags Ongoing F‑35A/C Readiness Shortfalls Affecting Strike Operations

By Aviation Today: While Air Force F-35A and Navy F-35C fighters by Lockheed Martin were in the U.S. strike package against Venezuela on Jan. 3, a December Pentagon Inspector General (IG) report highlighted […].

2026-01-08T13:22:23.965197-08:00