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AeroTime • Clement Charpentreau

H160M Guépard prototype completes first shipboard integration with French Navy tanker

On Jan. 16, 2026 Airbus Helicopters' H160M Guépard prototype No.1 completed its first shipboard integration sequence with French fleet replenishment tanker BRF Jacques Stosskopf in an "interaction of opportunity." The trial advances the joint light helicopter's validation for routine shipboard approaches and naval operations.

2026-01-30T03:03:45.640084-08:00
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Boeing

Boeing to Build Four Additional MH-139A Helicopters for U.S. Air Force

By Boeing: PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 29, 2025 — Boeing [NYSE: BA] will produce four additional MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters and provide related sustainment for the U.S.

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2026-01-29T06:51:13.299593-08:00
UAV Development & Drone Programs   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
The War Zone • Thomas Newdick

SBU Says Drone Strikes Hit at Least 15 Russian Aircraft on Airfields; Video Shows Multiple Impacts

By The War Zone: The Security Service of Ukraine claims that its drones struck at least 15 Russian aircraft on airfields last year. The Security Service of Ukraine claims that its drones struck at least 15 Russian aircraft on airfields last year.

2026-01-29T16:11:55.890877-08:00
North America   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Workforce & Skills Development   Defense Deals   Defense Policy  
DefenseNews.com • Michael Peck

US Air Force seeks contractors to train foreign pilots under U.S. military aid programs

By DefenseNews.com: The U.S. Air Force is looking for contractors who can train foreign pilots receiving American military aid, according to an Air Force solicitation.

2026-01-29T14:21:35.986961-08:00