Category -- Air -- The Defense Post

Oct- 2025 -

1 October

Giulia Bernacchi

Draganfly to Provide Flex FPV Drone Systems for US Army

The US Army has selected Draganfly to supply Flex FPV drones and support on-site manufacturing at overseas bases.

1 October

Eurofighter EF-2000 Typhoon (EFA)-MT7506, Kuwait Air Force.

Giulia Bernacchi

Leonardo to Continue Eurofighter Typhoon Support Services for Kuwait

Kuwait has extended in-service support for its Eurofighter Typhoon fleet, with Leonardo continuing as the prime contractor.

Sep- 2025 -

30 September

Patriot Advanced Capability (PAC)-3 missile

Jodesz Gavilan

WZE, Lockheed Validate Key Missile Systems for Poland’s Defense

WZE and Lockheed Martin have validated missile production in Poland, marking a key milestone in Warsaw’s air and missile defense modernization.

30 September

A330 MRTT+ Royal Thai Air Force Artist view (3D Render)

Rojoef Manuel

Airbus to Provide Thailand With Upgraded A330 Tanker Transport Aircraft

The Royal Thai Air Force has placed an order for an Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport Plus, an advanced version of the A330 aircraft.

30 September

Senior Airman Madelyne Kowalczyk, 11th Security Forces Squadron counter small unmanned aircraft systems NCO in charge, operates a DJI Inspire 1 on Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 1, 2019. Small unmanned aircraft systems provide JBA defenders safer avenues in maintaining and increasing base security and daily routine activities. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michael S. Murphy)

Rojoef Manuel

DJI to Remain on Pentagon Blacklist Over Suspected China Ties, Judge Rules

The US has refused to remove DJI, the world’s largest drone maker, from a Defense Department list of companies accused of supporting China’s military.

30 September

Giulia Bernacchi

Lockheed Finalizes New F-35 Production Deal for Nearly 300 Jets

Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have finalized an agreement for the production and delivery of 296 F-35 Lightning jets.

30 September

Skydweller Aero's aircraft during takeoff against a daylight background

Ethan M. Encarnacion

Skydweller Pushes Solar Drone to Nonstop 3-Day Flight With 800-Pound Payload

In partnership with the US Navy, Skydweller Aero completed a three-day flight of its uncrewed aircraft, harnessing solar energy to remain airborne.

30 September

Christine Casimiro

Taiwan Eyes Rafale Jets to Replace Aging Mirage 2000 Fleet: Dassault CEO

Taiwan has expressed interest in acquiring Rafale fighter jets from Dassault Aviation to replace its aging Mirage 2000 fleet, according to company Chairman and CEO Eric Trappier.

30 September