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Royal Navy to upgrade its Sea Viper air defense missile system

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The British Royal Navy’s Sea Viper air defense system is set for a significant upgrade, marking a major step forward in both national security and for the European defense industry. The $514 million project, announced in a joint statement by the UK government and MBDA, the prime contractor, promises to strengthen the UK’s maritime defenses against evolving threats while also providing a lucrative boost for the company.

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Northrop Grumman’s DMON enable CAF to execute a large-force, virtual training event

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The air combat of tomorrow may be fought in a virtual world, at least when it comes to training. In a recent exercise dubbed “DMON Argonne 23,” the U.S. Air Force successfully conducted a large-scale virtual training event, putting pilots of its most advanced fighter jets through their paces in a complex, multi-domain scenario.


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Germany to develop short-range air defense capability using IRIS-T SLS and Skyranger 30

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Germany has taken a crucial step towards bolstering its air defense capabilities with the recent approval of a $1.4 billion deal to develop a new short-range system. This initiative comes amid heightened regional security concerns, particularly following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which exposed vulnerabilities in Germany’s existing defenses.

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Japan signs contract to buy 400 Tomahawk cruise missiles

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Responding to a perceived increase in regional threats, Japan has signed a deal with the United States to acquire up to 400 Tomahawk cruise missiles. This significant addition to Japan’s arsenal is part of a broader military buildup aimed at deterring potential adversaries and strengthening the country’s defense capabilities.

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How Boeing plans to fix KC-46A’s critical issues

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The mighty KC-46A Pegasus, Boeing’s pride and joy of the skies, has encountered some turbulence. Plagued by technical glitches and safety concerns, this aerial refueller has faced a $7 billion headwind. But instead of throwing in the towel, Boeing is rolling up its sleeves and taking the Pegasus back to the hangar for a thorough overhaul. Six critical issues stand between the Pegasus and its full potential, and here’s how Boeing plans to fix them, one by one. Michael Marrow from Breaking Defense toured Boeing’s Seattle-area facilities where the KC-46A is built and officials explained how they plan to tackle each issue.

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