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24 September

US Validates Anduril’s Barracuda as Open-Architecture Weapon

Barracuda has become the first weapon in large-scale production to pass the US' independent verification for its Weapon Open System Architecture standard.

24 September

Americas

Jodesz Gavilan

Honeywell Gives F-35 Fighters a Cooling Boost

Honeywell Aerospace has launched an upgrade designed to give F-35s more cooling capacity as new sensors and hardware increase demand for thermal management.

24 September

Air

Designed to operate in tomorrow's high-end threat environment, the B-21 will play a critical role in ensuring America's enduring airpower capability.

Jodesz Gavilan

US Air Force Adds $13.7M Weapons Facility for B-21

The US Air Force is adding a new weapons facility at Whiteman Air Force Base as Missouri prepares to host the B-21 Raider.

24 September

Americas

Christine Casimiro

Mexico Acquires Second C-130J Super Hercules From Lockheed Martin

The Mexican Air Force has acquired its second C‑130J‑30 Super Hercules tactical airlifter from Lockheed Martin.

24 September

Europe

UK space operations personnel monitor orbital activity as governments confront growing concerns over satellite disruption and contested space operations.

Christine Casimiro

UK Launches First Space Squadron to Counter Hostile Threats

The Royal Air Force has established its first dedicated unit to counter hostile activity targeting British interests in space: the No. III Space Effects Squadron.

24 September

Middle East

Inder Singh Bisht

Israel Picks Firms for State-Backed Defense-Tech Investment

Israel has selected two domestic firms to establish state-backed venture capital funds to invest in risk-intensive defense-tech startups.

23 September

Air

A Royal Australian Air Force P-8A Poseidon aircraft representing No. 11, No. 12, and No. 292 Squadrons (centre), an MQ-4C Triton from No. 9 Squadron (left), and an MC-55A Peregrine from No. 10 Squadron representing the Air "ISR Family" of jets in No. 92 Wing at RAAF Base Edinburgh, South Australia. This image has been digitally altered. *** Local Caption *** On Tuesday 22 September 2026, Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, the Honourable Richard Marles MP, accompanied by Chief of Air Force Air Marshal Stephen Chappell DSC, CSC, OAM, visited RAAF Base Edinburgh to announce a series of significant milestones for Australia's Air Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (Air ISR) capabilities. The Acting Prime Minister announced the achievement of Initial Operational Capability (IOC) for the MQ-4C Triton and MC-55A Peregrine, the completion of major upgrades to the first two P-8A Poseidon aircraft in Australia's fleet in the United States, and the forthcoming commencement of upgrades to the remaining fleet at the recently opened Deep Maintenance and Modification Facility at RAAF Base Edinburgh. These milestones represent a significant enhancement to the Royal Australian Air Force's ability to deliver persistent intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance effects across Australia's primary area of military interest. RAAF Base Edinburgh is the Royal Australian Air Force's principal Air ISR hub and home to No. 92 Wing, which operates the P-8A Poseidon, MQ-4C Triton and MC-55A Peregrine through Nos. 9, 10, 11, 12 and 292 Squadrons. Built through years of collaboration between Defence, industry and the United States, Australias integrated Air ISR fleet continues to grow.

Rojoef Manuel

Australia Reaches Key ISR Milestones Across Triton, Peregrine, and Poseidon Fleets

The Royal Australian Air Force has declared initial operational capability for its MQ-4C Triton unmanned aerial systems and MC-55A Peregrine jets, alongside the completion and upgrade of the military’s P-8A Poseidon multi-mission fleet.

23 September

Air

U.S. Navy MH-60R Seahawk helicopter, assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 75, shoots flares while flying over the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN) 71 during a friends and family day cruise, Aug. 8, 2026. Theodore Roosevelt’s friends and family day cruise showcases carrier strike group capabilities and the professionalism of the crew. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Tyler Harstad)

Rojoef Manuel

US Authorizes $425M Seahawk Helicopter Package for Denmark

The US State Department has cleared a $425-million foreign military sale of three MH-60R Seahawk multi-mission helicopters and ancillary equipment to Denmark.

23 September

Sea

Rojoef Manuel

Cochin Begins Construction of Indian Navy’s First Next Generation Missile Vessel

New Delhi’s state-owned Cochin Shipyard Limited has laid the keel for the Indian Navy’s initial Next Generation Missile Vessel in Kerala, marking the formal start of construction for the lead ship (BY 531).

23 September

Europe