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Military Aviation News February 17, 2026

Pentagon Taps BAE Systems for $145 Million Advanced Counter-Drone Weaponry

AviationNews – The U.S. Department of War has awarded BAE Systems a $145 million contract to develop and manufacture advanced weapon systems specifically designed to…

Military Aviation News February 17, 2026

Alleged Secret International F-16 Squadron Formed to Defend Ukrainian Skies

AviationNews – Ukraine has reportedly established a covert F-16 squadron comprised of American, Dutch, and Ukrainian pilots to bolster the nation’s air defenses. This elite…

Military Aviation News February 16, 2026

Slovakia in Talks to Buy Four More F-16s to Reclaim Air Sovereignty

Aviation News – Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has initiated high-level talks with the United States to procure four additional F-16 fighter jets, expanding the nation’s…

Military Aviation News February 16, 2026

Peru Strengthens Air Force with New C-27J Spartan Next Generation Fleet Expansion

Aviation News – The Fuerza Aérea del Peru (FAP) is set to significantly bolster its tactical airlift capabilities following the approval of a €60 million…

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…

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