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Mk 2.1 goes supersonic less than three months after first flight

The Royal Thai Navy has ordered two Airbus C295 aircraft in an enhanced transport configuration. Airbus said the aircraft will support surveillance and search and rescue missions in addition to logistics operations for Thailand.

Shenzhou-23 marks a new chapter for China's space ambition

Airbus Defence chief rules out total failure of FCAS fighter jet project

Hanwha Aerospace and KASA launched a joint program on May 26, 2026 to develop a 4,500-pound-class turbofan engine for CCA platforms by 2029.

The Defence Blog reported in November 2025 that Hanwha's 5,500-pound-class turbofan for Korea's LOWUS stealth drone entered ground testing in January 2026, replacing a Ukrainian AI-222 engine.

Bombardier Defense will provide three Global 6500 aircraft to support maritime surveillance missions for the Australian Border Force. The aircraft will be operated by Metrea, a defence company that provides effects-as-a-service to national security partners.

Due on November 21, eleven months late - but on time to do science!

Celeste Ecoflyers' dAS10 drone completed its first take-offs at Le Havre airport in recent weeks using a pressurized textile wing structure.

The aircraft flew with test masses above its empty weight, confirming aerodynamic lift from the pneumatic wing before proceeding to full stabilized flight.

Korea launches dual-use turbofan, hybrid propulsion push with 90b won

Korea Aerospace Administration invests 86.9 billion won in electric and hybrid aircraft engines