Mexico has confirmed the acquisition of its first C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifter from Lockheed Martin, becoming the first country in Latin America to operate this latest-generation variant. The aircraft will support disaster relief and humanitarian response missions as well as military transport tasks.
Malaysia's Ministry of Transport has announced a major resumption of the deep-sea search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, marking a significant development in aviation's greatest mystery. Starting December 30, 2025, Ocean Infinity will conduct a 55-day operation in a high-probability area of the southern Indian Ocean identified through advanced analysis.
Mitsubishi Aircraft and Indonesian Institute of Technology Bandung (ITB) have deepened their research collaboration on ammonia-based clean power generation. The new research builds upon earlier phases to explore the potential of zero-carbon power sources in Indonesia.
MHI-TC has delivered a self-propelled mobile seaport passenger boarding bridge to Yokohama City, entering service on January 13th. The bridge features automated steering control and is compatible with large cruise ships.
Breaking Defense reports on the most significant news stories from the Middle East in 2025, including Turkey's Steel Dome air defense system, Saudi Arabia's potential deal with General Atomics, Egypt's military drills with China, UAE's satellite launch plans, and the Middle East defense industry's growing presence in SIPRI's Top 100. The region's defense landscape is characterized by increased investment, cooperation, and competition, reflecting the complex web of alliances and rivalries that shape global security.
The Middle East's defense industrial base continues expanding, with nine regional firms now ranking among SIPRI's Top 100 global arms producers—a historic high. Led by Israel's Elbit Systems at $6.
Breaking Defense reports on the prospects for fighter jet deals, missile defenses, and peace talks in the Middle East and North Africa in 2026. The US has allowed Saudi Arabia to purchase F-35s, while Turkey may rejoin the program after removing sanctions.
Flights across the Middle East were rerouted on February 28, 2026, following explosions reported in Tehran and other Iranian cities. The US had launched 'major combat operations' against Iranian missile capabilities, while Israel declared a nationwide emergency posture.
The Pakistan Air Force has successfully tested the Taimoor cruise missile, a new conventional stand-off strike capability developed by Global Industrial & Defence Solutions. According to AeroTime, the test was observed by senior officers and scientists involved in the program, marking a significant milestone for Pakistan's growing air-launched arsenal.
Mission Aviation Fellowship, a non-profit organisation founded in 1945, operates aircraft in remote areas to provide transport for development cooperation, disaster relief, medical transport and rescue missions. With its PC-12 aircraft, MAF has been flying into the Congo since 2014, making frequent trips from Kenya to South Sudan.
Mitsubishi Aircraft has led a consortium of ten organizations in launching a simulation platform project for sustainable maritime industry development. The initiative aims to enhance safe and stable ship navigation through advanced technologies.
Mitsubishi Aircraft has updated its plans for a tender offer to acquire Mitsubishi Logisnext Co., Ltd. due to delays in completing necessary procedures based on competition laws in certain countries. According to a press release by LVJ Holdings 2 LLC, the commencement period of the tender offer was revised from December 2025 to January 2026, Breaking Defense reports.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries reported significant order intake growth in its first three quarters, driven by strong demand for energy systems and defense contracts. Revenue and business profit also increased YoY across various segments.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has completed the transfer of its domestic onshore wind power generation facilities to MWIND Co., Ltd. as part of a simplified absorption-type split and share transfer agreement, Breaking Defense reports. The business will be transferred to a wholly-owned subsidiary of MHI, with shares in the new company to be transferred to Electric Power Development Co.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has reported a significant increase in order intake and revenue growth in its first half of FY2025, driven by strong demand in Energy Systems and Aircraft, Defense & Space. The company's total order backlog has reached a record high, according to Breaking Defense reports.
Moldova closed its airspace for over an hour late November 28-29 after two Russian Gerbera-type drones crossed its territory during a major strike on Ukraine. The incident marked the third airspace violation in nine days, forcing three commercial flights to divert or hold.
As the US midterm elections approach, concerns about congressional turmoil and defense spending uncertainty are growing. With Democrats poised to gain control of the House, the Trump administration's ability to enact its agenda without opposition is uncertain.
The Kingdom of Morocco has signed a contract with Airbus Helicopters to purchase 10 H225M helicopters and replace its Puma fleet. The new aircraft will be used for combat search and rescue operations by the Royal Moroccan Air Force.
Munich Airport CEO Jost Lammers has been appointed as Chair of the Airports Council International (ACI) World Governing Board, replacing Candace McGraw. As of 2026, ACI represents nearly 2,200 airports in 170 countries.
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