The Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) has purchased another Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft intended for transformation into a non-prototype aircraft for the Army's High Accuracy Detection and Exploitation System (HADES) program of record. According to Breaking Defense, this purchase signals SNC is ahead of schedule in its delivery of HADES aircraft, per a company release.
The US Department of Commerce has withdrawn its proposed rule on Chinese drone imports, easing fears of a sweeping ban. However, DJI and other major manufacturers remain blocked from introducing new models due to FCC restrictions.
Germany has placed an order for eight General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones to support its maritime patrol aircraft missions. The German Armed Forces aim to protect sea lanes and critical infrastructure with the new fleet, which will be operated by Naval Air Wing 3 at Nordholz naval station in Saxony.
The Pentagon released three policy memos from Secretary Pete Hegseth, aiming to overhaul and accelerate technology efforts. The reorganization includes a new AI strategy with seven high-priority projects, such as GenAI.
South Korea has completed the KF-21 flight test program, marking a key milestone in the development of its indigenous fighter jet. The program successfully completed approximately 1,600 flight tests over a 42-month period without accident, verifying the aircraft's flight stability and performance.
Boeing delivered 600 commercial aircraft in 2025, surpassing Airbus' sales figures for the first time since 2018. The company handed over 160 commercial airplanes in the fourth quarter alone, led by strong output from its 737 and 787 programs.
Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) has expanded its Portchester, England site to support UK and European customers. The new facility will increase capacity for REMUS 620 and Odyssey autonomy support, as well as enable training capabilities for allied navies.
The Pentagon's Zero Trust strategy is gaining momentum as the DoD works to meet its compliance goals by 2027. This initiative encompasses not only IT but also operational technology and weapon systems, Breaking Defense reports.
Lufthansa Group is set to roll out SpaceX's Starlink satellite-based internet connectivity across its entire fleet by 2029. The airline group will initially continue to offer its existing FlyNet service, but Starlink will be available for free to status customers and Travel ID users.
Delta Air Lines has placed an order for up to 60 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners, marking the first time the airline has ordered this model. The announcement comes as Delta reported a record $63.
The Pentagon has agreed to invest $1 billion into L3Harris's solid rocket motors business, with plans to spin off the division as a separate company later this year. The department will take a direct ownership stake in the business, which will be publicly traded.
Airbus delivered 793 commercial aircraft to 91 customers in 2025, exceeding revised guidance after a late-year disruption. The A320 family led production with 607 deliveries, while the A220 program posted strongest growth.
Germany has ordered eight MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems to enhance its maritime patrol posture. The Bundeswehr confirmed the purchase in January 2026, with first systems expected to enter service from 2028.
DARPA has backed startup Diffraqtion to develop a 'first-of-its-kind' quantum camera capable of providing near-real time imagery at up to 20 times current optical surveillance cameras. The two-year, $1.
Chapman Freeborn has been awarded International Air Cargo Charter Broker of the Year by STAT Publishing Group, recognizing its long-standing leadership in global air cargo charter solutions and operational excellence. The award acknowledges more than 50 years of experience in air cargo chartering since its founding in 1973.
AeroTime reports that operational friction on the flight deck poses a significant safety risk in modern aviation. The industry faces a growing Time-Information Paradox, where pilots are expected to be more informed yet have less time to synthesize data.
Aviation Capital Group has placed an order for 50 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, comprising half B737 MAX 10 and half B737 MAX 8s. This deal brings ACG's 737 MAX order book to 121 aircraft, according to Breaking Defense reports.
Spain's Directorate of Civil Aviation has assigned seven weekly frequencies to Air Europa to operate between Barcelona and Istanbul, marking a significant expansion into the Turkish market. This new route represents an entirely new vector for growth for the Spanish carrier, which traditionally focused on Western European and Latin American markets.
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.
Lufthansa has postponed its return to Tehran due to safety concerns amid widespread protests and deteriorating security conditions in Iran. The German flag carrier had planned to resume direct flights between Frankfurt and Tehran on January 16, but now says it will not do so until at least late January.