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Canada Might Pick the JAS 39 Gripen over the F-35 Stealth Fighter for 1 Reason
Canada is reconsidering its planned purchase of 88 F-35 stealth fighters, with Saab's JAS 39 Gripen emerging as a potential alternative. The Gripen offers advanced electronic warfare capabilities, lower operating costs, and greater sovereignty over upgrades, alongside industrial benefits for Canada.
U.S. Army Trains Infantry Units With Bomber Drones
The U.S. Army's 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division conducted training with the C100 Medium Range Reconnaissance drone, focusing on its use as a bomber platform. This highlights the integration of unmanned aerial systems into infantry operations for enhanced tactical capabilities.
CCAs: Pentagon's 6th-Gen Stealth Fighter Will Control Drone Swarms
The Pentagon's sixth-generation stealth fighter will integrate advanced manned-unmanned teaming capabilities, allowing pilots to control drone swarms directly from the cockpit. This development highlights a significant leap in air combat agility and the operational use of autonomous systems.
Marine Awarded for First Fully NDAA Compliant 3D Printed Drone
Marine Sgt. Henry David Volpe developed the HANX drone, the first fully NDAA-compliant 3D-printed drone, showcasing innovation in military drone technology. This achievement highlights the potential for cost-effective, rapid prototyping in defense applications.
Why Calling the F-35 Just a ‘Stealth Fighter’ Sounds Like a Mistake
The F-35 is more than just a stealth fighter; its advanced computing capabilities, including sensor fusion and mission data files, enable superior threat identification and decision-making at standoff ranges. Continuous software updates further enhance its adaptability and operational effectiveness.
Watch Ukraine’s Minigun-Firing, Drone-Hunting Turboprop In Action
Ukraine has adapted the Antonov An-28 turboprop aircraft with a pintle-mounted M134 Minigun to counter Russian drones, achieving notable success in intercepting Shahed/Geran drones. This innovation highlights Ukraine's resourcefulness in developing multi-layered air defense systems against increasing drone threats.
Ukrainians Arm Cargo Plane With Miniguns to Hunt Shahed Drones
Ukrainian forces have adapted a Soviet-era An-28 cargo plane with M134 miniguns to intercept and destroy Russian Shahed drones. This innovative approach highlights Ukraine's efforts to develop cost-effective countermeasures against low-cost kamikaze drones, while also addressing the evolving threat of drones equipped with advanced weaponry.
Russia’s Air Force Is ‘Bleeding Out’ Su-34 Fullback and Su-35 ‘Super Flanker’ Fighters in Ukraine War
Russia's Aerospace Forces are suffering significant losses of Su-34 and Su-35 aircraft in Ukraine due to advanced, layered air defense systems. These losses highlight vulnerabilities in Russia's air tactics and the effectiveness of Ukraine's air defense strategy.
ST Engineering unveils new loitering munition, assault rifle family
ST Engineering has unveiled its first loitering munition, the EagleStrike, which features a 12.4-mile range and a 30-minute loitering time, with production expected by 2027. The company also introduced a new family of modular assault rifles aimed at the export market, alongside showcasing Israeli-made drones like the Hermes 900 and Orbiter 4 at the Singapore Airshow 2026.
ST Engineering unveils new loitering munition, assault rifle family
ST Engineering unveiled the EagleStrike loitering munition, a beyond-line-of-sight airborne weapon with a 12.4-mile range and 30-minute loitering time, expected to enter production in 2027. The company also showcased a new family of modular assault rifles aimed at export markets during the Singapore Airshow 2026.