Israel Aerospace Industries – The Defense Post

Apr- 2026 -

21 April

Air

Slovakia Accepts First Israeli Barak Air Defense System

Slovakia has taken delivery of its first Barak MX multi-mission air and missile defense system as part of a contract signed in December 2024.

Feb- 2026 -

26 February

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

Inder Singh Bisht

Germany Takes Delivery of Israeli-Made Underwater Drone

The German Navy has taken delivery of an Israeli-made BlueWhale underwater drone intended for reconnaissance and detecting “hybrid threats at sea.”

Jan- 2026 -

23 January

Air

A successful flight test campaign with the Arrow-3 Interceptor missile

Bea Castañeda

Arrow Missile: Uncovering the High-Altitude Anti-Ballistic Shield

This guide explains Israel’s Arrow missile, highlighting its advanced interception technology, high-altitude capabilities, and critical role in strategic missile defense against modern ballistic threats.

21 January

Air

Inder Singh Bisht

India Greenlights $1.1-Billion Boeing 767 Tanker Procurement

India has approved the procurement of six Boeing 767-based tankers, aimed at enhancing the operational reach of the Indian Air Force.

Dec- 2025 -

3 December

Asia Pacific

Inder Singh Bisht

Thailand Acquires Combat-Proven Barak MX Air Defense System From Israel

The Royal Thai Air Force has signed a 3.44-billion-baht ($107-million) contract to acquire a Barak MX air defense system from Israel Aerospace Industries.

Nov- 2025 -

14 November

Africa

Vehicle launching a SpyX loitering munition

Rojoef Manuel

Israeli Company Opens Kamikaze Drone Plant in Morocco

Israel Aerospace Industries subsidiary BlueBird Aero Systems has inaugurated a production site in Morocco to build its SpyX loitering munitions.

Oct- 2025 -

28 October

Air

An Indian Air Force IL-78MKI aerial refueling aircraft lands at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, April 16, 2016. Indian Air Force airmen arrived at Eielson in preparation for RED FLAG-Alaska 16-1. RF-A is a series of Pacific Air Forces commander-directed field training exercises for U.S. and partner nation forces, providing combined offensive counter-air, interdiction, close air support and large force employment training in a simulated combat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Turner)

Rojoef Manuel

Israel Emerges as Sole Bidder for India’s $900M Military Tanker Aircraft Deal

Israel Aircraft Industries is poised to secure a contract worth about $905.7 million to convert six commercial planes into Indian Air Force refueling aircraft.

27 October

Arms

Christine Casimiro

Denmark Drops Plans to Acquire Israeli Barak MX Air Defense System

Denmark has decided not to proceed with acquiring the Israeli Barak MX air defense system following a military command authority recommendation.

22 October

Air

LAHAT ALPHA anti-tank extended range missile in flight

Christine Casimiro

Israel Aerospace Industries Unveils Extended-Range LAHAT ALPHA Missile

Israel Aerospace Industries has launched the LAHAT ALPHA, a next-generation addition to its Laser-Homing Anti-Tank missile series, designed for engagements beyond 12 miles.

20 October

Air