Egypt's state-owned Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI) unveiled its latest defense systems at World Defense Show in Saudi Arabia. The Hamza-3 drone has an extended range and swarming capabilities, while the Sakr 105 rocket launcher offers anti-tank and thermobaric missions.
The third edition of World Defense show in Saudi Arabia saw an almost complete absence of Emirati defense firms, including EDGE Group and Tawazun, according to Breaking Defense. The move is attributed to deteriorating relations between the two Gulf countries, particularly over their conflicting stances on the conflict in Yemen.
ITA Airways has unveiled a special Airbus A320 livery to mark the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. The aircraft will operate across ITA Airways' short- and medium-haul network, featuring artwork by Italian illustrator Emiliano Ponzi.
Saudi flag carrier Saudia is reportedly exploring a major aircraft order from Boeing and Airbus, potentially including up to 150 jets for passenger and cargo operations. According to industry analysts, this deal would support fleet upgrades and network growth, aligning with a broader trend among Middle Eastern airlines.
flynas has signed an agreement with the Syrian General Authority to establish a new airline, flynas Syria, marking a step toward rebuilding Syria's civil aviation sector. The joint venture will be established as a 51-49 split between flynas and the Syrian authority.
The World Defense Show 2026 has begun outside Riyadh, with dozens of defense firms from around the world participating. Breaking Defense reports that scores of defense firms are showing off their products, including Chinese drones and European missiles.
China has launched its fourth publicly disclosed reusable experimental spacecraft into orbit, marking a significant advancement in its recoverable spaceflight program. According to AeroTime, the mission will focus on technology verification for reusable spacecraft, with the goal of supporting the peaceful use of outer space.
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order for a new 'America First Arms Transfer Strategy', aiming to prioritize American production and defense spending in arms exports. The policy centers around three prongs: creating clear direction, establishing criteria, and streamlining processes.
The Army successfully integrated Marine Corps data into its Next Generation Command and Control ecosystem during Ivy Sting 4. This exercise demonstrated bidirectional data exchange and coordinated joint fires using the NGC2 data layer.
A FedEx Airbus A300-600F experienced a nose gear collapse while parked outside a maintenance hangar at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). According to AeroTime, no injuries were reported.
The US Army has announced plans to establish a new space career field, dubbed 40D Tactical Space Operations Specialist. Col.
The Federal Aviation Administration has mandated that most newly manufactured large aircraft in the United States be equipped with cockpit voice recorders capable of storing at least 25 hours of audio. The rule applies to aircraft manufactured after May 16, 2025, and covers a range of business jets and larger turbine aircraft.
The FAA is facing an audit by the Department of Transportation's Office of Inspector General, which aims to examine the effectiveness of air traffic controller training programs. The review comes as the FAA tries to reverse a long-running shortage of certified controllers, with retirements, training washouts, and staffing disruptions continuing to hinder efforts.
Airlines in Spain have scrambled to adapt their capacity in response to several accidents and a general operational reliability crisis affecting the Spanish high-speed rail network. Flag carrier Iberia has increased its seats on southern Spain routes, while Air Europa has added more seats on the Madrid-Malaga route.
The World Defense Show will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, featuring a diverse range of exhibitors including Saudi Arabian Military Industries, AIC Steel, China, Russia, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, L3Harris, and many others. The event is expected to include product demonstrations, announcements, and partnerships, with a focus on regional security and defense capabilities.
Airbus has achieved world-first certification of its Automatic Air-to-Air Refueling (A3R) system on the A330 MRTT, in collaboration with the Republic of Singapore Air Force and the Defense Science and Technology Agency. The certification was granted by the Spanish National Institute for Aerospace Technology (INTA), following a qualification and flight-test campaign conducted with the RSAF and DSTA.
The Singapore Airshow is underway at Changi Exhibition Centre, with over 1,000 defense and aviation businesses from around the world participating. Breaking Defense has been providing coverage of the show, including photos and updates on various aircraft displays.
Air India has opened its first flagship lounge, 'The Maharaja', at Terminal 3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in New Delhi. Designed by Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA), the lounge features updated interiors and curated artwork reflecting Indian cultural themes.
Dassault Aviation has published a new book titled 'Breguet and Blériot or French Aeronautical Genius'. Author Marc Flandin drew from previously unpublished documents to create a comprehensive biography of two aviation legends.
At the Singapore Airshow 2026, Japan Airlines (JAL) has partnered with Boeing to upgrade its 787-9 fleet with new interiors and in-flight Wi-Fi. The upgrades will feature new seats, cabin furniture, and other design elements, as well as enhanced connectivity through newer satellite networks.