Aerospace

The US Air Force has officially entered a new chapter in pilot training with the arrival of its first Boeing-Saab T-7A Red Hawk advanced trainer aircraft at Air Education and Training Command (AETC) facilities. On December 5, 2025, the service confirmed that the T-7A Red Hawk had joined the 12th Flying Training Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, marking what Air Force leadership describes as “the beginning of a new era for developing the next generation of aviators.

WASHINGTON - Navy Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle intensified calls for a rapid decision on the F/A-XX next-generation fighter program, warning that delays could jeopardize the Navy’s operational readiness against advanced peer threats. “It’s my job to inform the secretary of war’s team about that imperative,” Caudle told reporters. “I’m trying to build a compelling case to get that decision made quickly” based on warfighting needs and the strategic requirement to maintain technological superiority.

Textron Aviation Names Justin Salmans Senior Vice President of Supply Chain Textron Aviation has announced the appointment of Justin Salmans as senior vice president, Supply Chain, marking his return ...

Vertical Aerospace Positioned to Become UK’s Next Major Global Exporter A new independent analysis from Frontier Economics suggests that Vertical Aerospace, a leading developer of electric verti...

Northrop Grumman Unveils Project Talon, Redefining Affordable Combat Drone Development NORTHP Grumman has officially unveiled Project Talon, an autonomous combat drone that represents a significant sh...

ArianeGroup Achieves First Flight of France’s Sovereign SyLEx Suborbital System ArianeGroup has successfully completed the inaugural launch of SyLEx, a new sounding rocket system developed for F...

WASHINGTON - The Space Force has made its first awards for space-based interceptor (SBI) prototype development under the classified Golden Dome initiative, though the identities of winning contractors...

The aviation industry’s global calendar for 2026 reflects the sector’s dynamic evolution, with major conferences and airshows scheduled across every continent. These events serve as critical touchpoints for commercial, military, and general aviation stakeholders to showcase innovations, negotiate contracts, and shape industry direction. The year kicks off with Singapore Airshow 2026 (February 3-6), one of Asia’s premier aviation events. Held biennially at Changi Exhibition Centre, the show will feature large indoor exhibits, static aircraft displays, and flying demonstrations. Key forums will address sustainability, advanced air mobility, and emerging defense technologies—topics increasingly central to industry strategy.