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Air Data News • Ricardo Meier

China unveils upgraded J-20A and twin-seat J-20S on 15th anniversary of first flight

Chinese official media released details of upgraded J-20 variants — the single‑seat J‑20A and a new twin‑seat J‑20S — as Beijing marked the 15th anniversary of the stealth fighter's first flight. State coverage outlined variant distinctions and roles for the two types.

2026-01-14T00:36:33.372381-08:00
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FlightGlobal • Dominic Perry

France and Spain award contracts to upgrade NH90 special‑forces helicopters for low‑visibility operations

By FlightGlobal: France and Spain look set to significantly enhance the ability of some of their NH Industries NH90 battlefield helicopters to operate in low-visibility conditions following the award of key development contracts to equipment suppliers.

2026-01-14T01:26:27.589128-08:00
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Air Data News • Ricardo Meier

U.S. Navy receives 350th MH-60R helicopter from Sikorsky

By Air Data News: The U.S. Navy has taken delivery of its 350th MH-60R Seahawk helicopter, a model that has been in service since 2010. The aircraft was accepted by.

2026-01-13T08:38:04.683309-08:00
Europe   Military Aircraft Procurement   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Defense Industry & Major Contractors  
Reuters • Jan Lopatka, Michael Kahn

Czech Czechoslovak Group (CSG) eyes global expansion and major IPO, moves into jet engines for drones

By Reuters: Czech defence group Czechoslovak Group (CSG) is looking to expand globally, including moves into new areas like jet engines used for drones or missiles, as it prepares for what could be one of Europe's biggest IPOs this year.

2026-01-13T08:37:56.083866-08:00