South Korean authorities report a major security breach involving the Baekdu-Geumgang reconnaissance aircraft. North Korean hackers successfully infiltrated a defense contractor, compromising sensitive technical information.
The Netherlands has formalized a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LoA) to purchase Lockheed Martin’s Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile Extended Range (JASSM-ER). This agreement solidifies the Netherlands as the fifth international customer for the advanced long-range strike weapon.
India’s state-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is in discussions to export Sukhoi Su-30 fighter jets, according to a report by Financial Express. This development marks a significant milestone for India’s defense manufacturing capabilities and its aspirations in the global arms market.
An Indian Air Force Su-30MKI fighter aircraft lands at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, April 16, 2016. Indian Air Force airmen arrived at Eielson in preparation for RED FLAG-Alaska 16-1. On average, more than 1,000 people and up to 60 aircraft deploy to Eielson during the two-week exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Turner)
Airbus has secured a new order from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for four additional A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft. These aircraft will bolster the Royal Saudi Air Force’s (RSAF) aerial refueling and strategic airlift capabilities.