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Denmark says Russian frigate fired flares toward military helicopter in international waters

A Russian frigate fired two flares toward a Danish military helicopter operating in international waters off Denmark, narrowly missing the aircraft, according to Denmark’s military. The incident is the latest reported sign of worsening relations between Russia and the NATO member.

Also: The Guardian and Euronews
2026-09-15T00:05:51.591069-07:00
UAV Development & Drone Programs   Military Aircraft Procurement   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Boeing   Textron  
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FlightGlobal • Greg Waldron

US Navy awards first MQ-25A production contract

By FlightGlobal: Uncrewed refueller will increase striking power of carrier air wings. The US Navy (USN) has awarded the first production contract for the Boeing MQ-25A Stingray uncrewed naval refuelling aircraft.

Also: Seeking Alpha and Air Data News
2026-09-14T19:49:54.971436-07:00
Space Force   Space Defense & Militarization   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
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The War Zone • Howard Altman, Joseph Trevithick

U.S. Space Force Confirms Orbital Weapons and Details Space-Control Mission

By The War Zone: Space Force has finally confirmed it has weapons in space and has also shared details about its "space control" mission set.

Also: AirForceTimes, Aviation Week, CNN, New York Times, NBC News, Aviation Week and CNN
2026-09-14T16:50:43.198769-07:00
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Yonhap News Agency • Kim Hyun-soo

S. Korea to additionally buy some 20 U.S. Seahawk helicopters by 2032

By Yonhap News Agency: SEOUL, Sept. 15 (Yonhap) -- South Korea on Tuesday approved a plan to additionally purchase some 20 MH-60R Seahawk helicopters capable of detecting and attacking enemy submarines and vessels underwater, the state arms procurement agency said.

2026-09-14T19:35:01.330492-07:00
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AeroTime • Clement Charpentreau

NATO fighters shoot down drone over Lithuania after airspace incursion

By AeroTime: NATO fighter jets shot down a drone after it entered Lithuanian airspace, President Gitanas Nausėda announced.

Also: The Guardian
2026-09-14T15:38:31.173204-07:00
Military Aircraft Procurement   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Boeing  
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FlightGlobal • Ryan Finnerty

Boeing will power up new VC-25B Air Force One this year ahead of 2027 first flight: USAF general

By FlightGlobal: The airframer is on contract for two VC-25B presidential transport jets. Boeing plans to power up the lead VC-25B presidential transport jet later this year, with a first flight to follow in 2027.

Also: Aviation Week
2026-09-14T14:51:13.662194-07:00
L3Harris   Military Aircraft Procurement   Missile Systems & Strategic Weapons   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Defense Deals  
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DefenseNews.com • Leigh Giangreco

L3Harris gets $4.7 billion deal to help boost Patriot interceptor production

By DefenseNews.com: The multibillion-dollar deals comes as the domestic and global demand for Patriot interceptors far outpaces the supply.

Also: news.ssbcrack.com, defence-industry.eu and l3harris.com
2026-09-14T07:51:18.948673-07:00