Northrop Grumman has unveiled Project Talon, a revolutionary autonomous combat drone engineered for rapid production and reduced costs. Developed with Scaled Composites, the aircraft achieved 'weight on wheels' in just 15 months—a remarkable timeline for a jet-powered, low-observable airframe.
Breaking Defense reports that Embraer and Northrop Grumman have partnered on the KC-390 Millennium to pitch to the US Air Force and other foreign militaries. The partnership aims to strengthen Embraer's bid in the US market, while Northrop is studying ways to incorporate an autonomous boom refueling system into the aircraft.
Norway will provide approximately $290 million in funding for Ukraine's military aid package, which includes F-16 fighter jet ammunition and S-300 air defense missiles. The Norwegian government has emphasized the need for continued military support to Ukraine, citing its importance for the country's freedom and independence.
Norway has selected Hanwha Aerospace's Chunmoo multiple launch rocket system over prominent Western competitors for its ground-based long-range precision fires system. The $2 billion deal includes 16 launch systems and an unspecified number of missiles across three range variants, according to Breaking Defense reports.
Norway has presented a new bill to parliament proposing to add two more submarines to its program, with a total cost expected to reach $9.69 billion. This move comes amid growing tensions with Russia in the North Atlantic region.
The National Reconnaissance Office has extended contracts with four commercial Earth observation providers while preparing to overhaul its acquisition strategy. HawkEye 360 received a 23-month extension for radio frequency capabilities, while Capella Space, ICEYE US, and Umbra secured 15.
The National Reconnaissance Office has awarded the first three contracts under its Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) program for commercial imagery providers. HEO, SatVu, and Sierra Nevada Corporation were selected to provide up-close imagery, thermal imaging, and radio-frequency geolocation data.
The Chair of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Jennifer Homendy, has expressed her opposition to proposed legislation that would reduce safety in the skies over Washington DC. The NTSB is concerned about the potential risks of military aircraft operating without ADS-B technology, which provides an aircraft's location to air traffic control and other aircraft pilots.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) held a hearing to adopt formal probable cause findings into the midair collision between a PSA Airlines CRJ700 and a US Army Black Hawk helicopter near Washington's Reagan National Airport. The NTSB concluded that systemic failures, including flawed airspace design and inadequate oversight, led to one of the deadliest US aviation accidents in over two decades.
The National Transportation Safety Board has issued a safety alert warning first responders about hazards posed by ballistic parachute recovery systems when they do not fire before or during impact. The NTSB said these rocket-powered parachutes pose a hazard to responders if the rocket did not activate before or during ground impact.
The National Transportation Safety Board has released an updated investigative report into the crash of UPS Airlines Flight 2976, revealing that engine and pylon separation occurred shortly after takeoff. The NTSB found fatigue cracking in components associated with the left engine pylon attachment, which led to structural failure.
The US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is urging immediate action after two fatal Hawker business jet crashes during required post-maintenance stall test flights. The NTSB found that pilot training and qualification standards are being questioned, and manufacturer guidance on handling unexpected stall behavior is lacking.
The National Transportation Safety Board has released a preliminary report into the December 18, 2026, crash of a Cessna Citation II in North Carolina. The right-seat occupant was not qualified to serve as second-in-command, despite occupying a cockpit seat and performing checklist and radio duties during the flight.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released its preliminary report on November 20, 2025, providing the clearest picture yet of what may have caused the crash of UPS Flight 2976. The investigation reveals that the left engine and pylon were torn from the wing during the takeoff rotation, vaulting up and over the fuselage as the trijet lifted off.
The New York Times reports that the US used a secret aircraft to carry out a precision strike at sea in the Caribbean. Citing officials briefed on the mission, the NYT says the aircraft was painted to look like a civilian plane and had no external weapons visible on the wings.
OK Aviation Group, based in Pribram, Czech Republic, has been approved as an Authorised Pilatus PC-12 & PC-24 Sales & Service Centre for Central Europe. The company, founded by Lubomir Cornak, has evolved from modest beginnings to become a prominent player in the region's aviation industry.
Oman Air has taken delivery of a new Boeing 737 MAX-8, marking another milestone in its fleet modernisation journey. The aircraft is expected to support short and medium-haul operations, bringing enhanced efficiency and advanced technology.
The oneworld Alliance has appointed Ole Orvér as its new CEO, succeeding Nathaniel Peiper who left in November 2025. Robert Isom, American Airlines' CEO and Chairman of oneworld's Governing Board, welcomed Orvér to his role.
Open Cosmos has activated Ka-band spectrum filings, deploying two satellites to meet deployment deadlines for sovereign and enterprise broadband. This move comes after Liechtenstein reassigned the frequencies from Rivada, according to SpaceNews reports.
Østnes Helicopters, the official distributor for Airbus Helicopters in the Nordic region, has placed an order for 10 H125 helicopters. This brings the total number of H125s ordered this year to 14 aircraft.