AINonline
A Sukhoi Su-30MKM demonstrated full thrust‑vectoring capability at the Singapore Airshow, executing the signature 'Cobra' manoeuvre as part of its aerial routine. The flypast highlighted the jet's high‑angle‑of‑attack handling and thrust‑vectoring control authority, drawing interest from industry attendees.
FlightGlobal
• Dominic Perry
By FlightGlobal: Indonesia has edged closer to a contract for the Leonardo M-346, signing a letter of intent (LOI) with the Italian airframer at the Singapore air show to advance the acquisition process.
leonardo.com
By leonardo.com: New Delhi, 03 February 2026 09:22 - Adani Defence & Aerospace and Leonardo announce a strategic partnership to develop, manufacture, and sustain a helicopter manufacturing ecosystem in India.
FlightGlobal
• Greg Waldron
By FlightGlobal: The Republic of Singapore Air Force has become the first operator to introduce fully certified automatic air-to-air refuelling capability on the Airbus A330 MRTT, following qualification trials that covered day and night operations across multiple receiver types.
FlightGlobal
• Ryan Finnerty
By FlightGlobal: Israeli defence technology firm Rafael says its Iron Beam directed energy weapon has achieved operational status following battlefield deployment against Iranian missile and drone attacks, marking a significant milestone for laser-based air defence systems after 30 years of development.
Reuters
By Reuters: The U.S. military shot down an Iranian drone that "aggressively" approached the Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea.
Air & Space Forces Mag
AINonline
• David Donald
By AINonline: Training systems provider bidding for an air force rotary-wing training requirement.
The War Zone
• Howard Altman
By The War Zone: The Turkish F-16s arrived in Somalia as fighting with al-Shabab extremists heats up.
Breaking Defense
• Sydney J Freedberg Jr
Breaking Defense
• Brittany Cianflone
