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Last Updated: Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, 7:44 AM PST
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Lockheed Martin Opens 17,000 sq ft Huntsville System Integration Lab to Accelerate Hypersonics Development
By Lockheed Martin: HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Dec. 3, 2025 – Lockheed Martin has opened a Hypersonics System Integration Lab (SIL) at its Huntsville campus...
Australia weighs transfer of Tiger helicopters to Ukraine
By AeroTime: Australia is considering sending its retiring Tiger helicopters to Ukraine as it announces a new A$95 million aid package and fresh sanctions on Russia.
Electra.aero Launches Defense Unit to Deliver Next‑Generation Last‑Tactical‑Leg Airlift Solutions
By eVTOL Insights: Electra.aero has announced the launch of a new business unit focused on meeting defense mission needs, as the company develops.
Ursa Major’s storable liquid rocket engines promise new hypersonic flight capabilities
By Breaking Defense: Ursa Major's American-made storable liquid rocket engine technology offers advantages over traditional liquid and solid rocket propulsion.
U.S. Army Eyes Laser Weapon Capability for Large Unmanned Aerial System, Official Says
By Breaking Defense: “We’re not trying to blow up the Death Star. You can blind the optics, start fires, melt plastic, disrupt targeting, overheat electronics. All of that is possible now,” said General Atomics spokesperson C.
Poland seeks EU SAFE backing for A330 MRTT tanker order
By AeroTime: Poland moves to secure EU SAFE funding for an A330 MRTT acquisition, aiming to introduce long-awaited aerial refueling and strategic transport capability.
Archer Selects Karem’s Optimum-Speed Tiltrotor Tech For Defense eVTOL
By Aviation Week: Archer Aviation is choosing Karem Aircraft’s optimum-speed tiltrotor technology for the hybrid-electric VTOL that it is developing for the defense market.