Two crew members of a US army helicopter that crashed near the Strait of Hormuz on Monday were rescued by an American sea drone, US officials have told CBS News, the BBC’s media partner. Continue reading
Airbus Introduces the U145 – Unmanned Version of the H145
Airbus Helicopters will introduce an unmanned version of its proven H145, the U145, during ILA Berlin airshow, where the company will display a full-scale mock-up of the new model. The U145 complements Airbus’ helicopter and unmanned aerial systems (UAS) offering. A maiden flight with a safety pilot onboard is planned for the end of 2026, with entry into service at the beginning of the next decade. Continue reading
Anti-Drone Nets Deployed Near Putin’s Valdai Residence
Anti-drone netting systems, widely used on the battlefield in Ukraine, have been installed near Russian President Vladimir Putin’s residence in the Valdai district of the Novgorod region. Continue reading
Airbus and Diehl Defence to Intensify Cooperation in Integrated Air and Missile Defence
Airbus Defence and Space and Diehl Defence have signed an agreement with the objective to intensify their cooperation in the field of integrated air and missile defence (IAMD), based on both companies’ complementary technical capabilities. The agreement was signed on the occasion of the ongoing ILA Berlin Air Show 2026. Continue reading
Airbus Showcases Versatile Drone Portfolio at ILA Berlin
At this year’s International Aerospace Exhibition (ILA) in Berlin, Airbus is presenting one of Europe’s most comprehensive and versatile Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) portfolios, demonstrating its leadership in autonomous flight that meets the demands of defence customers. Continue reading
GA-ASI Announces Investments in Six Dutch Companies
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. is deepening its footprint in the Dutch innovation ecosystem, with new investments in six Netherlands-based technology companies through its Blue Magic Netherlands (BMN) venturing initiative. Continue reading
Ukraine’s Behemoth, a Shaheed-like Drone with a 200 Mile Range
Ukraine has introduced the Behemoth, a chess-like drone that strikes targets at a distance of hundreds of kilometers with two warheads at once. Continue reading
Teledyne FLIR Defense Gets $11M US Army Contract for Advanced CBRN Sensor Drone Kits
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated has announced today Teledyne FLIR Defense has won an $11.2 million contract from the U.S. Army’s Capability Program Executive for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense (CPE CBRND) to deliver more than 45 advanced CBRN unmanned aerial system (UAS) kits. Continue reading