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Breaking Defense • Theresa Hitchens

SpaceX launches Lockheed-built GPS III SV09 as lawmakers push anti‑jam, resilient PNT funding

SpaceX placed the U.S. Space Force’s GPS III-9 (SV09) into orbit — the ninth Lockheed Martin-built GPS III vehicle — which carries a demonstration payload intended to bolster warfighter connectivity and constellation resilience. House and Senate appropriators are simultaneously pressing for increased anti‑jam and resilient PNT funding.

Also: orlandosentinel.com, investors.lockheedmartin.com, Lockheed Martin, Defense Daily and 6 more
2026-01-28T09:18:32.972766-08:00
Military Aircraft Procurement   Accident   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
The War Zone • Thomas Newdick

Onboard Video Shows Ukrainian Su-25 Shot Down, Underscoring High Attrition and Vulnerability

By The War Zone: Highly dangerous missions and limited performance mean the Su-25 has recorded disproportionate losses over Ukraine. Highly dangerous missions and limited performance mean the Su-25 has recorded disproportionate losses over Ukraine.

2026-01-28T09:31:58.764874-08:00
Europe   Military Aircraft Procurement   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Workforce & Skills Development  
FlightGlobal • Craig Hoyle

Leonardo’s M-346 demonstrates FITS4TOP networked pilot-training technology for EU initiative

By FlightGlobal: Leonardo has led a demonstration of live, virtual and constructive training involving its M-346 advanced jet trainer in support of an EU-backed initiative seeking to enhance the quality of military pilot instruction.

Also: APAC Defence Reporter
2026-01-28T10:20:47.477460-08:00
Satellite   Hypersonic   Europe   Military Aircraft Procurement   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Space Defense & Militarization  
Aviation Week • Robert Wall

Polaris Wins German Military Contract to Test Fully Reusable Hypersonic Vehicle Capable of Deploying Satellites

By Aviation Week: Hypersonic vehicle developer Polaris won a German contract to build and flight test a fully reusable system with satellite deployment capability.

Also: AeroTime, defence-industry.eu and Janes
2026-01-27T04:07:10.953720-08:00
F-16   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Asia-Pacific (APAC)   Defense Policy  
Reuters • Ann Wang, Yi-Chin Lee

Taiwan shows off F-16 jets rapid response amid tensions with China

By Reuters: Taiwan's air force showcased its ability to rapidly replenish and get back in the air its most advanced F-16 fighter jets in a readiness drill on Wednesday, designed to demonstrate combat-oriented training.

Also: Military.com and Focus Taiwan
2026-01-27T23:09:31.507970-08:00
UAV Development & Drone Programs   Europe   Military Aircraft Procurement   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact  
DefenseNews.com • Tayfun Ozberk

Turkey delivers first armed drone to Ukrainian Navy, much to Russia’s ire

By DefenseNews.com: After completing acceptance tests, the drone, along with mobile control terminals and spare parts, will be deployed at the Ukrainian Navy’s 10th Naval Aviation Brigade in Mykolaiv.

2026-01-27T21:03:21.468293-08:00