The manufacturer wants to redefine rotorcraft with a configuration that offers higher speed, maneuverability and hover performance, but retains the helicopter’s defining low-speed agility while enabling unique flight characteristics.

International defense companies visiting last month’s MSPO defense exhibition in Poland are responding to the call for munitions that can strike ballistic missile launchers, long-range air defense and command-and-control centers deep in enemy territory.

A significant number of attempts to fly at hypersonic speed have failed—not due to the advanced airframe or propulsion technology being tested, but because of the rocket booster needed to reach that speed.

The announcement by Airbus Group that it was putting €2 billion in defense and space businesses up for sale is an important milestone not only for Airbus but also for European A&D.

Exelis sets its sights on airborne and technology strengths

F-35 proponents in Norway are working to ensure that the country reaps all that it can from the procurement

Enhanced missiles that could greatly boost Norway’s air arm capability are high on the country’s wish list

Politics holds up Canada’s progress on JSF decision