South Korea’s Defense Acquisition Program Administration announced the successful completion of safety separation flight tests for its indigenously developed long-range stealthy air-to-ground missile.
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France announces intent to procure Saab GlobalEye
France is moving to replace its aging airborne early warning fleet with plans to acquire advanced surveillance aircraft from Sweden’s Saab. The country announced its intention to acquire GlobalEye airborne early warning and control aircraft to replace its E-3 AWACS platforms, with a joint declaration of intent signed at the Paris Air Show on June 18, 2025.
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Thailand Confirms Gripen E/F Selection with Comprehensive Offset Package
The Royal Thai Air Force confirmed on Jun. 4, its selection of the Saab Gripen E/F as its new multi-role fighter aircraft, following a comprehensive evaluation process. The decision addresses Thailand’s requirement for 12 replacement fighter aircraft to modernize its F-16 aging fleet. Saab and the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration will now proceed with the next steps in the procurement process, though no contract has yet been signed.
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Sweden secures production slots for four C-390 transport aircraft
Sweden has officially committed to acquiring four C-390 aircraft from Brazilian aerospace manufacturer Embraer, securing necessary production slots as part of a joint European procurement effort. The announcement was made during the LAAD Defence & Security 2025 exhibition in Rio de Janeiro on Apr. 1.
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Metrea secures Indian Air Force refuelling training contract
Metrea, a leading provider of commercial air-to-air refueling (AAR) services, announced on Mar. 31 that it has been awarded a contract with the Indian Air Force (IAF) to enhance their air-to-air refuelling training capabilities. Under the terms of the agreement, Metrea will provide KC-135 aerial refueling aircraft based out of Indian Air Force Station Agra in Central India. This significant contract is set to considerably expand the IAF’s AAR training capacity, thereby improving their overall operational readiness.
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