Chapman Freeborn, part of Avia Solutions Group, successfully supported Leonardo Aircraft during a three-month M-346 demo tour across the United States and Canada. The operation required extensive coordination of personnel, equipment, and aircraft logistics across multiple regions.
The British Army has partnered with the New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering to launch a new drone degree, starting in September 2026. The three-year course will train 15 civilian students and up to five soldiers each year as drone technology specialists.
President Trump's Air Force One flight was forced to make an unscheduled landing at Joint Base Andrews after a minor electrical issue was identified shortly after takeoff. According to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, the crew opted to return 'out of an abundance of caution' due to some cabin lights temporarily going out during departure.
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.
The Internal Revenue Service has issued interim guidance on bonus depreciation under Section 168(k) of the US tax code, clarifying how the tax benefit may apply in certain purchase scenarios. The Trump administration's One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025 permanently reinstated 100% bonus depreciation for qualifying property, including new and used aircraft acquired and placed in service after January 19, 2025.
The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a new Safety Alert for Operators warning pilots and flight departments of increased risks from space launches disrupting US airspace. With commercial space activity accelerating, the agency is urging close coordination, careful planning, and situational awareness to minimize disruptions.
The Unmanned Systems Exhibition (UMEX) in Abu Dhabi saw significant growth with EDGE Group leading the way in announcements. The company secured over $200 million in new deals for its Scorpio small UAV and other projects.
Barzan Holdings and EDGE Group have formed a first-of-its-kind joint defense firm to develop defense platforms and technologies. This partnership may signal a growing trend of regional defense cooperation, Breaking Defense reports.
Denmark has retired its F-16 fleet after nearly five decades of service, marking the end of one of Europe's longest-running operations. The Royal Danish Air Force will now operate an all-F-35 combat aircraft force, as announced by AeroTime reports.
The British Army's Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank has completed crewed live firing at an undisclosed UK Ministry of Defence training center, marking a key milestone in the £800 million ($1.08 billion) program. Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) produces the upgraded tank, which includes integration of advanced systems such as a 120mm smoothbore gun and active protection system.
Breaking Defense reports that the US is considering a Compacts of Free Association (COFA) agreement with Greenland as an alternative to annexation. The proposal would provide a sovereign wealth fund of $30 billion, modeled after Alaska's Permanent Fund, to support infrastructure, education, energy, and defense in Greenland.
The UK Defence Minister has disclosed how Royal Air Force interception missions in Ireland's airspace are authorized through extant diplomatic channels. The clarification comes as Ireland seeks to strengthen its air surveillance and counter drone capabilities ahead of its EU presidency.
Ethiopian Airlines has placed an order for nine additional Boeing 787-9 aircraft, according to an announcement by the US manufacturer. This follows a previous order of 11 787s and 20 737 MAX from Boeing at the 2023 Dubai Airshow.
Renault is preparing to manufacture Chorus strike drones in France under a partnership with defense company Turgis Gaillard. The move follows earlier discussions about using automotive capacity to scale drone production, including approaches highlighted by the French government as part of its support to Ukraine.
The Army Software Engineering Center is transforming into the Army Software Innovation Center (ASIC) as part of a broader effort to reinvent itself and stay relevant in the face of changing technology landscapes. The reorganization aims to provide more agile software development capabilities, leveraging a DevSecOps approach to deliver modern solutions to the Army.
ANA Holdings has unveiled its fiscal year 2026 flight schedule, detailing a 5% increase in international capacity alongside new Boeing aircraft deliveries and a reorganization of its cargo network. The plan also includes domestic route adjustments and the integration of recently acquired Nippon Cargo Airlines into the group's operations.
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.
The United States Department of Justice has filed a civil forfeiture complaint to seize two anti-submarine warfare mission crew trainers that were intercepted while being shipped from South Africa to China's People's Liberation Army. The trainers, manufactured by the Test Flying Academy of South Africa, were allegedly designed to support training in airborne early warning and ASW missions.
North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) has deployed aircraft to Pituffik Space Base in Greenland for long-planned activities. The deployment comes as Washington and European allies compete for influence over the island's security role in the Arctic.