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The War Zone • Howard Altman

Suspected drones over RAF Lakenheath trigger U.S. Air Force security response

The U.S. Air Force said suspected drones over RAF Lakenheath prompted a security response. The incident follows the evacuation of some USAF aircraft from England and heightened threat levels at bases, underscoring ongoing security concerns at installations hosting U.S. forces.

Also: NBC News, The Guardian, The Independent and CNN
2026-11-13T13:04:28.733961-08:00
North America   Military Aircraft Procurement   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Defense Industry & Major Contractors  
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The War Zone • Joseph Trevithick

B-21 Raider Has Released Its First Weapon

By The War Zone: Beginning weapons testing is the latest milestone for the B-21, but its schedule is tight with the Air Force still aiming to declare the Raider operational next year.

Also: FlightGlobal, The Aviationist, Air & Space Forces Mag, Aviation Week, interestingengineering.com, insidedefense.com, defenceconnect.com.au, Defense Daily, Defense Scoop, UK Defence Journal and defence-industry.eu
2026-11-13T09:28:27.783499-08:00
UAV Development & Drone Programs   AI   Defense Industry & Major Contractors  
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The War Zone • Thomas Newdick

Beretta's New Counter-Drone System Packs Eight Benelli M4 Shotguns Onto A Remote Turret

By The War Zone: The Italian-developed LIVET counter-drone system combines Benelli shotguns, airburst ammo, AI-assisted target tracking, and remote operation. The Italian-developed LIVET system combines eight Benelli shotguns, AI-assisted target tracking, and remote operation in an unusual approach to the growing drone threat.

2026-11-13T11:55:13.617420-08:00
aviation   Satellite   Defense Industry & Major Contractors  
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Via Satellite • Mark Holmes

Intellian CEO Unpacks Terminal Strategy for Aero and Military as Ground Tech Player Diversifies

By Via Satellite: Intellian Technologies has expanded its presence in the ground tech market from a maritime specialist into a diversified player, with a new upcoming launch for the aviation market and new offerings for government/military customers.

2026-11-13T12:05:05.600880-08:00
UAV Development & Drone Programs   AI   Defense Policy  
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AirForceTimes • Zita Ballinger Fletcher

US Air Force adopts new Force Design focusing on sensors and autonomy

By AirForceTimes: The Air Force's new Force Design 2026 outlines a shift toward artificial intelligence, autonomy and integrated sensors to counter emerging threats.

2026-11-13T10:54:51.869591-08:00
Satellite   Commercial Space  
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SpaceNews.com • Courtney Albon

Hawkeye 360 to expand commercial business in 2027

By SpaceNews.com: WASHINGTON — Signals intelligence firm Hawkeye 360 plans to expand its commercial offerings in the coming year as part of a broader push to diversify its customer base to include more private sector and international clients, CEO John Serafini told investors during a Nov.

2026-11-13T09:45:41.770441-08:00