Defense Aircraft & Propulsion

Dec 13, 2023
As the U.S. Army prepares for high-speed rotorcraft, the commercial helicopter industry continues its wait for advanced new technologies.
Dec 13, 2023
Repeated sightings of a new form of low-observable features means infrared stealth technology is progressing out of military and industry laboratories.
Dec 13, 2023
Aviation Week has assembled this guide to some of the most important contests that are unfolding between 2023 and 2032.
Dec 12, 2023
An ongoing software problem haunts Lockheed Martin’s production and modernization agenda for the F-35 as a raft of new competitors hit key milestones in 2024.
Dec 08, 2023
A new book takes the wraps off the secret flight-test history of the facility in the Nevada Test and Training Range like no one ever has before. Listen in to hear from author Peter Merlin.
Dec 13, 2023
The timely availability of UAS due to fleet maintenance issues has come into question–possibly jeopardizing mission objectives.
Dec 12, 2023
The F-35 Joint Program Office head says he still cannot predict when a software issue that has halted deliveries from Lockheed Martin will be corrected.
Dec 12, 2023
Boeing on Dec. 11 received another $271 million contract to build six MH-47G Block II helicopters for U.S. Special Operations Command.
Dec 11, 2023
Belgium has been presented with its first F-35 even though the country has delayed delivery, awaiting certification of the latest software release.
Dec 08, 2023
The UK has established its second frontline F-35 Joint Strike Fighter squadron.
Dec 08, 2023
Leonardo is making progress on the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) Maritime Helicopter Replacement (MHR) project.
Dec 08, 2023
The core from Rolls-Royce's Pearl family of business jet engines could power the remote carriers that will operate as a component of FCAS.
Dec 08, 2023
Swedish student pilots will train with the Italian Air Force in Lecce, then transition to advanced jet training, flying in the IFTS’ fleet of Leonardo T-346s.