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22 October

Zumwalt-class destroyer USS Lyndon B. Johnson (DDG 1002)

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US Navy Invests $99M in Sea Trials for Final Zumwalt Destroyer

The US Navy has awarded HII a $99-million contract to conduct field testing for the third Zumwalt-class guided-missile destroyer, the Lyndon B. Johnson (DDG 1002).

21 October

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)

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New Zealand Buys Four MH-60R Seahawk Helicopters From US

New Zealand has signed a $909.9-million agreement to procure MH-60R Seahawk maritime helicopters from the US.

20 October

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

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Boeing Loses German Ghost Bat Deal in Military Drone Procurement Overhaul

Germany has shifted course on its tactical unmanned aerial system modernization, informing Boeing that it will no longer directly purchase the MQ-28 Ghost Bat autonomous aircraft.

19 October

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DS-25 air-to-surface precision-guided munition displayed at IDEX 2023

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Morocco to Arm Combat Drones With UAE-Made Desert Sting, Thunder Weapons

UAE state enterprise EDGE Group has received a contract to equip the Royal Moroccan Air Force’s unmanned aerial systems with precision-guided weapons.

16 October

Land

Two MC-130J Commando II aircraft taxi on the flightline at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Sept. 27, 2024. Both planes returned safely after evacuating ahead of Hurricane Helene to prevent damage and ensure they maintained mission-ready status. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Raul Mercado)

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Conti Federal to Build $109M Special Ops Aircraft Facility in Arizona

The US Army has awarded Florida-based civil engineering firm Conti Federal Services a $109.9-million contract to establish a new complex for MC-130J Commando II aircraft in Arizona.

16 October

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MX-10 Damocles quadcopter loitering munition

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France Boosts Kamikaze Drone Fleet With New MX-10 Order From KNDS

France has placed an order for additional MX-10 Damocles loitering munitions, exercising a contract option with KNDS France.

14 October

Air

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II, assigned to the 158th Fighter Wing, takes off from Burlington International Airport in South Burlington, VT, March 11, 2026. The jets took off for routine training to ensure mission readiness. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Raymond LaChance)

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US Reaffirms Conditions for Turkey’s F-35 Jet Transfer

The US is in continuous discussions to supply F-35 combat aircraft to Turkey, though conditions tied to Ankara's purchase of Russian S-400 surface-to-air missile systems remain the central hurdle.

14 October

Arms

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Kuwait Buys $490M Air Defense System From UK

Kuwait has agreed to purchase a $490.5 million air defense system from British defense technology firm MARSS to protect its territory from unmanned aerial system incursions.

14 October

Sea

MEKO A-200 frigate. Photo: ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems

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Germany Clears More MEKO A-200 Submarine-Hunting Frigates After F126 Scrap

Germany has approved the procurement of four additional MEKO A-200 DEU frigates from Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems.

12 October

Air

PAC JF-17 Thunder multirole combat aircraft, a fighter jet made in China and Pakistan. The Pakistani plane is painted with the country's flag as it belongs to Pakistan Air Force. The aircraft performed a flight demo, flying demonstration at the 53rd Paris Air Show at Le Bourget Airport in France on June 2019. The advanced and sophisticated fighter jet is developed jointly by the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) and the Chengdu Aircraft Corporation (CAC) of China. (Photo by Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto) (Photo by Nicolas Economou / NurPhoto via AFP)

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Somalia Nears JF-17 Jet Purchase From Pakistan

Somalia has reportedly reached an agreement with Pakistan to acquire JF-17 Thunder lightweight supersonic combat aircraft, though neither government has officially confirmed a final contract.

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