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The War Zone • Howard Altman

NATO and Ukraine seek private-sector solutions to deny Russia use of cratered airfields

NATO and Ukraine are turning to the private sector to develop a system designed to prevent Russia from using cratered airfields. The initiative reframes airfield denial as a technology and problem-solving challenge beyond traditional military engineering, with outside innovators competing for a reward.

2026-06-23T12:56:01.069593-07:00
Event   UAV Development & Drone Programs   Airports   TSA   Aviation Safety & Regulation  
Reuters • David Shepardson

US agencies have seized more than 300 drones near World Cup sites, TSA says

By Reuters: U.S. agencies have seized over 300 drones near FIFA World Cup venues since the tournament ​began on June 11, the Transportation Security Administration said ‌on Tuesday.

Also: NBC News
2026-06-23T08:56:52.590139-07:00
Helicopter   North America   Accident   Aviation Safety & Regulation  
Vertical Mag

U.S. Coast Guard helicopter crashes during training flight

By Vertical Mag: A U.S. Coast Guard helicopter crash in Sitka, Alaska, left all crew members safe with minor injuries. Learn more.

Also: Defense Daily and The Independent
2026-06-23T05:13:49.901908-07:00
MRO   Europe   Military Aircraft Procurement   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Embraer  
Air Data News • Ricardo Meier

Hungary's first C-390 completes scheduled maintenance at OGMA

By Air Data News: Portuguese facility expands support role for growing European fleet of Embraer Embraer and Portuguese aerospace company OGMA have completed the first scheduled 24-month maintenance inspection of a Hungarian Air Force C-390 Millennium .

2026-06-23T06:55:47.805503-07:00