Dassault Aviation   Supply Chain   Military Aircraft Procurement   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Defense Industry & Major Contractors  
Air Data News • Ricardo Meier

Dassault to lift Rafale output to four jets per month by 2029 as exports climb

Dassault Aviation is steadily increasing Rafale production to meet rising export demand, targeting a manufacturing rate of four aircraft per month by 2029. The ramp-up responds to stronger-than-expected orders and seeks to shorten delivery lead times while expanding industrial output for export customers.

2026-03-12T01:19:50.123902-07:00
Europe   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
DefenseNews.com • Elisabeth Gosselin-Malo

Norwegian F-35s intercept Russian spy aircraft during NATO drill

By DefenseNews.com: The deep and distinctive rumble of warplanes echoed across the silent, mountainous terrain here in Evenes, where NATO is running Cold Response 2026.

Also: DVIDS / U.S. DoD and AeroTime
2026-03-11T12:53:20.914417-07:00
Helicopter   Accident   Aviation Safety & Regulation  
Vertical Mag

Fatal Incident at Kadena Air Base Highlights Hazard of Helicopter Rotor Wash

By Vertical Mag: | To ensure delivery of future emails, add [email protected] to your contacts. | |---| | | ![]() | Latest Issue Read Now | ![]() | | | ![]() | | Fatal incident in Japan underscores hazard of helicopter rotor wash A tragedy at Kadena Air Base last year starkly illustrates the risks posed by helicopter rotor wash, an underappreciated hazard that is starting to receive more attention.

2026-03-11T17:18:50.717839-07:00