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Military Aviation News February 16, 2026

Saudi Arabia Boosts Naval Reach with New Fleet of Armed Maritime Patrol Aircraft

AviationNews – The Saudi Ministry of Defence has signed a landmark contract with Leonardo for the acquisition of four C-27J Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA). This…

Military Aviation News February 16, 2026

Ukraine Unveils Shershen Multi-Caliber Air Defense System to Counter Aerial Threats

AviationNews – Ukraine has successfully conducted field tests of its new Shershen air defense system, a modular multi-caliber platform designed to fire five distinct types…

EXTRA NEWS, Military Aviation News February 16, 2026

Hungary Retires Iconic Mi-24 Hind Fleet After Five Decades of Service

AviationNews – The Hungarian Air Force (Magyar Légierő) officially withdrew its fleet of Mil Mi-24 “Hind” attack helicopters from operational service in early February 2026….

Military Aviation News February 16, 2026

Netherlands Signals Readiness to ‘Go It Alone’ on F-35 Software if U.S. Blocks Updates

Aviation News – The Netherlands is prepared to bypass potential U.S. restrictions on F-35 software updates, with outgoing State Secretary of Defence Gijs Tuinman stating…

Military Aviation News February 16, 2026

U.S. Airlifts Microreactor in First Rapid Nuclear Deployment Test

Aviation News – U.S. Departments of Energy and Defense have successfully airlifted a small nuclear microreactor (without nuclear fuel) aboard a military C-17A Globemaster III…

Military Aviation News February 16, 2026

India Clears Airship-Based Pseudo-Satellites to Boost Persistent Surveillance

Aviation News – India’s defence planners have approved the acquisition of Airship-Based High-Altitude Pseudo-Satellites (AS-HAPS) to enhance the country’s long-endurance surveillance capabilities, giving the Indian…

Military Aviation News February 15, 2026

India Bolsters Maritime Security with Major Dornier Do228 Acquisition for Coast Guard

Aviation News – The Indian Ministry of Defence has signed a pivotal ₹2,312 crore (approximately USD 280 million) contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for…

Military Aviation News, Military Drone February 15, 2026

Hypersonix Targets First U.S. Hypersonic Flight Test with Rocket Lab

Aviation News – Hypersonix Launch Systems has announced a launch window for a landmark U.S. flight test of its reusable hypersonic aircraft, aiming to bring…

Military Aviation News February 14, 2026

Spain Strengthens Air Power with Expansion of A400M Transport Fleet to Twenty Aircraft

Aviation News – Spain has reached a landmark agreement with Airbus to integrate six additional A400M Atlas aircraft into its national fleet, ensuring the Spanish…

Military Aviation News February 14, 2026

India Approves Six Boeing P-8I Neptune Aircraft to Boost Maritime Surveillance

Aviation News – India has approved the acquisition of six additional Boeing P-8I Neptune aircraft for the Indian Navy, strengthening its long-range maritime surveillance and…

Military Aviation News February 14, 2026

Ottawa Quietly Commits Funds for Additional F-35 Jets Despite Diplomatic Review

Aviation News – Ottawa has initiated expenditures for 14 additional F-35 fighter jets, moving forward with procurement despite the Carney government’s public stance that the…

Cargo Drone, Military Aviation News February 13, 2026

HENSOLDT and Dronamics Partner to Launch European Strategic Defense UAV

Aviation News – Sensor specialist HENSOLDT and Bulgarian UAV manufacturer Dronamics have announced a strategic cooperation to develop a joint unmanned airborne platform designed for…

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