RTX secures $3.8 billion F135 engine contract for F-35 Lots 18 and 19 - Air Data News RTX has secured a $3.8 billion contract for the production of Pratt & Whitney F135 engines that power the F-35 fighter, under an award issued by the U.S.

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Historic Presidential VH-3A Sea King Returns to Flight for Egyptian Air Force Following Modernization Aviation News – The Adversary and Specialized Aircraft Program Office (PMA-226) has successfully returned a historically significant VH-3A Sea King to the skies for the Egyptian Air Force. This project, finalized in February, modernizes a critical aviation asset while reinforcing a strategic partnership between the United States and Egypt built on decades of cooperation. The initiative was managed by the PMA-226 H-3 Integrated Product Team in collaboration with NAVAIR’s Security Cooperation Office and industry partner Clayton International.

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U.S. Navy Continues BQM-177 Target Drone Demos with Hivemind AI The U.S. Navy demonstrated the manned-unmanned teaming capabilities of BQM-177s using Shield AI’s Hivemind software in a simulated CCA air combat scenario. The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) announced on Jan. 12, 2026, that the U.S. Navy completed a second successful demonstration of the BQM-177A subsonic aerial target equipped with Shield AI’s Hivemind software in […]

U.S. Navy Awards Leonardo UK Contract to Equip F-35 with BriteCloud Active Expendable Decoys The U.S. Navy is acquiring and undisclosed number of BriteCloud Active Expendable Decoys specifically for the F-35 Lightning II. The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) has awarded Leonardo UK a contract to supply the U.S. Navy with an undisclosed number of BriteCloud decoys, designated by the military as AN/ALQ-260(V) Anti-Missile Countermeasure. The development follows report […]

NAVAIR V-22 Review Highlights 32 Fixes and Safety Risks NAVAIR’s review finds rising safety risks in V-22 program, mandates 32 fixes including triple-melt steel gearboxes by 2026 for full flight operations.

NAVAIR’s V-22 review finds growing "cumulative risk" and 32 mandatory fixes. A triple-melt steel upgrade starts in 2025; full flight ops aim for 2026. Flights remain limited near divert airfields. #V22Osprey #NAVAIR #USMilitary
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U.S. Navy and GAO Reports Fault Material Issues, Poor Coordination Between Services for V-22 Osprey Troubles Long-running mechanical, faulty metallic alloys in the Prop-Rotor Gear Box and lack of synergy between the U.S. Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps have compounded the V-22 Osprey’s troubles. Faulty parts, inconsistent communication of safety and hazard risks from the Joint Program Office, and poor coordination between the U.S. Marine Corps, Navy and Air Force, […]

NAVAIR Review Confirms V-22 Osprey Airworthiness and Calls for Safety Improvements Aviation News – Naval Air Systems Command has reaffirmed the airworthiness of the V-22 Osprey following a comprehensive review, clearing the aircraft for continued operations across the U.S. Air Force, Marine Corps and Navy. Completed on December 12, 2025, the review was launched in September 2023 to examine the tiltrotor aircraft’s performance and safety record. The assessment evaluated fleet-wide readiness, operational controls and engineering standards, producing 32 recommendations that the Department of the Navy and service branches have already begun implementing.

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U.S. Navy Awards BAE Systems APKWS Contract Worth Up To $1.7 Billion BAE Systems has received an initial order for 11,000 laser-guidance kits worth $322 million, with a maximum contract value of $1.7 billion, to equip the U.S. military and partners. BAE Systems announced on Dec. 10, 2025, that it has been awarded an indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity U.S. Navy contract for “tens of thousands” Advanced Precision […]

Fortress Government Solutions Wins Key IDIQ Contract for Navy Cyber Defense Enhancement Fortress Government Solutions has landed a crucial contract aimed at upgrading the Navy's cyber supply chain defenses, enhancing mission readiness and operational effectiveness.

Fortress Government Solutions Wins Key IDIQ Contract for Navy Cyber Defense Enhancement #United_States #Orlando #NAVAIR #Fortress_Government #Cyber_Supply_Chain

US, French in-flight refueling extends Advanced Hawkeye’s reach The E-2D Advanced Hawkeye (AHE) achieved a breakthrough in global airpower this summer, successfully refueling mid-air from three French-made tankers – a historic first that dramatically extends the Advanced Hawkeye’s reach and for seamless joint operations while providing unprecedented airborne surveillance capabilities. NAVAIR press release The French Navy and French Air Force conducted qualitative aerial ... The post US, French in-flight refueling extends Advanced Hawkeye’s reach appeared first on Naval News.

BQM-177A, Airbus DT25 Target Drones Test Flown with Hivemind AI Shield AI’s Hivemind powered autonomous BQM-177A threat-representative maneuvers for the U.S. Navy and DT25 counter-UAV tracking trials in Norway. NAVAIR (Naval Air Systems Command) and Shield AI announced on Sep. 22, 2025, the test flight of two Kratos BQM-177A aerial targets with the latter’s proprietary Hivemind flight autonomy software. The goal was to recreate “more […]

Learn about the Boeing EA-18G Growler electronic attack aircraft of the US Navy. The Growler has a tandem cockpit crewed by a Pilot and an Electronic Warfare Officer. Hear from Instructors from VAQ-129 that are part of the Growler Demo Team.

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MQ-9B SeaGuardian Flies in U.S. Airspace Like Piloted Aircraft Thanks to Collision Avoidance Tech Using the Detect and Avoid System, the MQ-9B operated in U.S. airspace like any other piloted aircraft, without the need for the special handling usually required for UAS. The U.S. Navy’s Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) announced on Sep. 17, 2025, the flight of a MQ-9B SeaGuardian from California to Washington, during which […]

MQ-9B SeaGuardian Flies in U.S. Airspace Like Piloted Aircraft Thanks to Collision Avoidance Tech Using the Detect and Avoid System, the MQ-9B operated in U.S. airspace like any other piloted aircraft, without the need for the special handling usually required for UAS. The U.S. Navy’s Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) announced on Sep. 17, 2025, the flight of a MQ-9B SeaGuardian from California to Washington, during which […]

E-130J popular name announced for TACAMO mission aircraft :- www.c-130.net/c-130-news-a... #E-130J #NorthropGrumman #LockheedMartin #NAVAIR #TACAMO

The first E-130J Phoenix II airframe has emerged from the line at the Lockheed Martins Marietta facility on September 4, 2025. [Image via NAVAIR] #E-130J #LockheedMartin #NAVAIR #TACAMO

JUST IN: NAVAIR Chief Claims Victory Over Readiness Issues | Story by Stew Magnuson | #NAVAIR #Navy #F35 #USGAO #AirForce #MarineCorps #Readiness

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Velo3D has entered a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement with NAVAIR to advance additive manufacturing. Read more about the collaboration to characterize advanced materials and develop applications for flight systems: buff.ly/GFXX23r #dmmag #manufacturing #defense #velo3d #navair

L3Harris Unveils Red Wolf and Green Wolf Launched Effects The missiles, which can provide both kinetic and non-kinetic effects, have been tested over 40 times since 2020 from both rotary and fixed wing platforms. L3Harris has shed more light on its family of launched effects vehicles, officially identifying them as Red Wolf and Green Wolf, meant for kinetic and non-kinetic roles, respectively. In May […] The post L3Harris Unveils Red Wolf and Green Wolf Launched Effects appeared first on The Aviationist.

Shift5 has been awarded a NAVAIR contract for the V-22 Osprey. Find out how Shift5 defends commercial and military fleets as well as weapon systems against operational failures and OT cybersecurity risks: buff.ly/N5pPxdU #dmmag #manufacturing #defense #shift5 #navair #v22osprey

Velo3D's New CRADA Partnership with NAVAIR to Enhance Aerospace Additive Manufacturing Velo3D announces its collaborative research agreement with NAVAIR to advance aerospace additive manufacturing, targeting military applications and high-performance components.

Velo3D's New CRADA Partnership with NAVAIR to Enhance Aerospace Additive Manufacturing #United_States #Aerospace #Fremont #NAVAIR #Velo3D

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Shift5 Secures NAVAIR Contract to Enhance V-22 Osprey Operations Shift5 recently announced a partnership with the U.S. Navy to optimize predictive maintenance for the V-22 Osprey, enhancing operational efficiency through advanced tech.

Shift5 Secures NAVAIR Contract to Enhance V-22 Osprey Operations #USA #Arlington #NAVAIR #Shift5 #V-22_Osprey

KBR Secures $88 Million Contract for Advancing Rapid Prototyping in Defense Sector KBR has been awarded an $88 million task order for rapid prototyping capabilities under a U.S. Department of Defense contract, enhancing unmanned systems.

KBR Secures $88 Million Contract for Advancing Rapid Prototyping in Defense Sector #United_States #KBR #Houston #Defense_Contract #NAVAIR