France signs framework agreement for Airbus VSR700 programme
The agreement also paves the way for cooperation with other nations via government to government agreements Sébastien Lecornu, the French Minister for the Armed Forces has signed a framework agreement with Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters and Marie-Laure Bourgeois, Executive Vice President Sales & Marketing of Naval Group for the future acquisition of the […]
Diehl Aviation powers next-generation avionics for Europe’s FCAS fighter program
In Europe’s most ambitious defense program, the Future Combat Air System (FCAS), Diehl Aviation plays a pivotal role in laying some of the technological foundations for a next-generation air combat capability As a leading supplier of avionic systems with deep-rooted experience in military programs, Diehl Aviation is contributing with core competencies in high-critical integrated modular […]
Honeywell and Near Earth Autonomy complete first autonomous flight of Leonardo AW139 helicopter
Flight marks major milestone on path to autonomous uncrewed rotorcraft Honeywell and Near Earth Autonomy have successfully completed the first autonomous test flight of a Leonardo AW139 helicopter, marking a major milestone in support of the U.S. Marine Corps Aerial Logistics Connector (ALC) program. This flight demonstrates the feasibility of uncrewed, autonomous aircraft capable of […]
First Airbus SIRTAP prototype ready to start ground tests
The assembly of the first SIRTAP prototype – Airbus’ high-performance tactical uncrewed aerial system – has concluded and the aircraft is ready to start the ground-tests campaign at the Airbus Defence and Space facilities in Getafe, Spain The ground testing – comprising structural evaluations, main-systems components and software testing – is due to take place over […]
Diehl Defence and HENSOLDT develop top-class software-defined air defence systems and intensify cooperation
At this year’s Paris Air Show in Le Bourget (France), the system houses Diehl Defence and HENSOLDT have agreed to intensify their cooperation in the field of ground-based air defence Based on proven joint systems that are currently in production and can be delivered at short notice, the two companies intend to offer top class […]
Portugal announces decision to acquire sixth KC-390 Millennium aircraft and inclusion of ten new purchase options
Sixth aircraft will allow for the expansion of Portuguese Air Force capabilities Embraer (NYSE: ERJ/ B3:EMBR3) announced on June 16 during the 55th edition of the Paris Air Show that the Portuguese State has decided to acquire a sixth KC-390 Millennium aircraft. In August 2019, the government of Portugal and Embraer signed a contract for the […]
Strengthening Europe’s sovereignty
Airbus and Quantum Systems work on ecosystem for aerial reconnaissance At the start of the Paris Air Show 2025, Quantum Systems and Airbus Defence and Space have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen their strategic cooperation. Both companies are working together on solutions to seamlessly integrate tactical aerial reconnaissance in particular into modern […]
Honeywell auxiliary power and environmental control systems selected by Bell for the future long-range assault aircraft
Honeywell to provide modified version of its proven GTCP 36-150 auxiliary power units and its lightweight and low maintenance Honeywell Attune system Honeywell announced on June 16 that Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company has selected Honeywell’s proven 36-150 auxiliary power unit (APU) and Honeywell Attune for the U.S. Army’s Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft […]
ELT Group participates in the 55th edition of the Paris International Air Show
ELT Group is participating in the 55th edition of the International Paris Air Show, which is taking place in Le Bourget, Paris, between 16 and 22 June (Hall 1 – E296) With seventy years of experience in the electromagnetic spectrum, combined with ongoing research and technological development, ELT Group’s offerings are able to adapt quickly […]
FN’s innovative and operationally proven FN EMGS makes global debut at Paris Air Show
At this year’s Paris Air Show being held at Le Bourget from 16-22 June, FN – a world leader in fixed- and rotary-wing platform weapon integrations – will showcase its innovative External Mount Gun System (EMGS) to the global market for the first time The FN EMGS is a fully qualified flex-fire weapon system that […]