Indra has equipped the first Spanish Air and Space Force Airbus A400M with its InShield Directed Infrared Countermeasure (DIRCM) system, enhancing the aircraft's ability to neutralise missile threats in conflict…

Indonesia’s second Airbus A400M military transport aircraft has successfully completed its maiden flight at Airbus’ San Pablo facility in Seville, Spain, on 12 December. The flight marks an important milestone…

Malaysia has completed its first-ever mass airborne drop using the Royal Malaysian Air Force’s (RMAF/TUDM) Airbus A400M Atlas, marking a significant capability milestone for the nation’s rapid deployment forces. The…

Airbus Defence and Space has delivered the first A400M military transport aircraft to the Indonesian Ministry of Defence, marking a key step in the country’s military airlift modernisation programme. The…

The first Airbus A400M military transport aircraft for the Indonesian Air Force has successfully completed its maiden flight, marking an important step towards the aircraft's delivery later this year. The…

Airbus Defence and Space has completed a series of test drops and demonstrations of its A400M firefighting demonstrator kit at Nîmes-Garons Airport in France. The tests were independently assessed by…

Airbus and OCCAR have reached an agreement with the A400M launch nations to secure production for the programme for the foreseeable future, improve the cost of operations, and jointly develop…

Airbus has confirmed that the first A400M heavy transport aircraft for Indonesia will be delivered ahead of schedule, arriving in November 2025. This is earlier than the previously planned delivery…

2025 marks 10 years since the first Airbus A400M tactical transport (MSN22) was delivered to the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) in March 2015. The first aircraft was handed over…

The first Airbus A400M aircraft for the Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) has entered the Final Assembly Line in Seville, Spain. This marks a significant step towards its scheduled delivery by…

Airbus Defence and Space has delivered the first Airbus A400M aircraft to the Republic of Kazakhstan, which will form the backbone of the country’s tactical and strategic airlift operations. The…

Airbus has formalised two significant agreements with the Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation (OCCAR), which is headquartered in Bonn, Germany. These contracts are focused on the A400M programme, representing the…

Airbus has officially launched the construction of the new A400M maintenance centre in Wunstorf. The A400M maintenance centre is being built right next to the air base of Air Transport…

 Germany’s Bundeswehr, Airbus, the German Aerospace Center DLR, and German companies SFL and Geradts have jointly carried out the world’s first successful launch and operation of a Remote Carrier flight…

Indonesian contract for two Airbus A400M military transport aircraft is now in full effect, according to Airbus Defence’s official social media account on Monday (Dec. 12). Signed during the Dubai…

Airbus held a ceremony celebrating the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) for being the firstA400M operator to achieve more than 10,000 flight hours with the aircraft on the second day…

An order for two Airbus A400M aircraft has been placed by the Republic of Kazakhstan, making it the newest operator of the European built tactical airlifter. Airbus is to deliver…

Rheinmetall will supply two additional training simulators for the German Air Force's European A400M military transport aircraft. The A400M Cargo Hold Part Task Trainer (CPTT) will be used by the…

The Airbus A400M new generation airlifter has successfully achieved certification of the simultaneous paratrooper dispatch capability and completed the full industrial development of the type’s paratrooping deployment capacity, with a…

The Airbus A400M new generation airlifter has achieved a new decisive milestone after the certification of its Automatic Low Level Flight capability, offering a unique in its class capability for…

The Airbus A400M new-generation airlifter ordered by the Luxembourg Armed Forces has made its maiden flight, marking a key milestone towards its delivery. The aircraft, known as MSN104, took off…

An Airbus A400M airlifter has performed an air-bridge between Toulouse and Madrid in order to deliver critically-needed mask supplies to the Spanish health system. The aircraft, known as MSN56 and…

The Airbus A400M new generation airlifter has completed the certification flight test for the simultaneous dispatch of 80 (40+40) equipped paratroopers from both side doors on a single pass. Tests…

Airbus has signed the new A400M Global Support Step 2 contract with OCCAR (Organisation for Joint Armament Co-operation), which manages the multinational programme on behalf of the Launch Customer Nations…

By Arie Egozi Elbit Systems was awarded an approximately $73 million contract from Diehl Defence GmbH & Co. KG (“Diehl Defence”) to provide J-MUSIC Directed Infrared Counter Measure (DIRCM) systems…

Airbus has successfully completed the certification flight tests for the A400M Cargo Hold Tanks (CHT) refueling unit, taking a new step towards the full certification of the aircraft for air-to-air…

The Indonesian Government, the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) and the Airbus Foundation have been working together to support humanitarian relief efforts in Palu, Indonesia with the deployment of a…

Airbus has delivered the 20th next-generation Atlas A400M transport aircraft out of a total order for 22 to the Royal Air Force (RAF). The newly-delivered aircraft has formally entered service…

Despite delayed deliveries, Turkey is likely to order for at least five or more Airbus A400M military transport aircraft. “As a follow-on order to the 10 aircraft we ordered in…

United Technologies Corp subsidiary, UTC Aerospace Systems and its Actuation & Propeller Systems (APS) business have produced the 2,200th A400M propeller blade. The blade is part of the advanced propeller…

The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) has added its second Airbus Defence & Space A400M airlifter into service. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein was present at the ceremony…

Airbus Defence and Space has completed the delivery of the eighth A400M Atlas military transport aircraft to the French air force.  

Airbus Defence and Space has welcomed the decision of the U.K. Ministry of Defence to declare that the key contractual milestone known as In-Service Delivery (ISD) has been met following…

An Airbus A400M military transport plane crashed outside Seville on Saturday, May 9, killing four test crew and prompting Britain and Germany to ground Europe's new troop and cargo carrier.…

Airbus Defence and Space and Turkish Airlines’ industry-leading subsidiary; Turkish Technic Inc. have signed an agreement at IDEF 15 for providing maintenance support for the Airbus A400M new generation airlifter.…

The first of four Airbus Defence and Space A400M new generation airlifters ordered by the Royal Malaysian Air Force has made its successful maiden flight, marking a key milestone towards…

The first Airbus A400M new generation airlifter for the Royal Malaysian Air Force has now been painted in its new colors at the Airbus Defence and Space facility in Seville,…

Airbus Defence and Space has started assembly of the Royal Malaysian Air Force's (RMAF) first Airbus A400M military transport aircraft at its final assembly line in Seville, Spain. Read More

The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) has initiated a strategic refresh of its tactical airlift capabilities, opting to acquire second-hand Lockheed Martin C-130H Hercules aircraft to replace its venerable…

The Airbus SIRTAP (Sistema RPAS Táctico de Altas Prestaciones) is turning heads at the ongoing show. Its appearance marks the first time the high-performance tactical uncrewed aerial system (UAS) is…

Airbus is marking a major presence at the Singapore Airshow, showcasing its industry-leading civil aircraft, rotorcraft and defence portfolio. With the Asia-Pacific region a key market for the European airframer,…

Global aerospace giant Airbus has underscored its long-term commitment to Malaysia, positioning the nation as a central pillar of its industrial and defence strategy within the Asia-Pacific region. Speaking at…

The landscape of the Asia-Pacific aerospace sector is set for a significant shift as the Adani Group formalises a landmark partnership with Brazilian aerospace titan Embraer. This strategic move, centred…

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto announced in Jakarta on Friday (Dec. 5) that the government plans to procure 200 helicopters starting in January 2026 to strengthen national air mobility and disaster…

PT Sentra Surya Ekajaya (PT SSE) is displaying the P2 Tiger 4x4 Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) for the first time at the ongoing Defence & Security show. This is the…

Indra is advancing in the development of a new generation of self-protection systems for military aircraft and helicopters with a completely digital standard (full digital) that reduces missile attack detection…

PT Sentra Surya Ekajaya (PT SSE) is displaying the P2 Tiger 4x4 Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) for the first time at Indo Defence, marking the show debut for the type.…

The RMAF is displaying its advancements as a combat force at the ongoing LIMA. Malaysia’s air arm has transformed in recent years into a contemporary and capable air arm, that…

Embraer has brought a KC-390 Millennium tactical transport aircraft to Aero India, highlighting its seriousness in meeting an Indian Air Force (IAF) requirement for a new Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA).…

Indonesian private defence firm PT Sentra Surya Ekajaya (PT SSE) has introduced a new version of its P2 Tiger 4×4 Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) at its production facility in Tangerang…

Airbus Defence and Space, in collaboration with HENSOLDT, is upgrading the German Airborne Weapon Systems Electronic Warfare Centre with the latest hardware and software. These improvements are designed to enhance…

EDGE Group's precision engineering entity, EPI, has entered into a serial production agreement with Airbus Defence and Space, a division of Airbus Group. This contract follows a successful prototyping phase…

TUSAS Engine Industries (TEI), Turkiye’s leading aviation engine company, is showcasing its growing portfolio of engines at the ongoing SAHA Expo. On display are, Turkiye’s first national helicopter engine TEI-TS1400,…

Airbus and Türkiye have a 40-year history of cooperation in civil and military aviation, with the latter having also been an integral partner of the Airbus supply chain for over…

The recent German decision to equip its official aircraft with systems against Man Portable Air defence systems (MANPADS) is part of a renewed threat alert concerning these shoulder launched missiles.…

Airbus has urged the Philippine Air Force (PAF) to consider acquiring the Airbus A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft to meet its strategic airlift and aerial refuelling requirements. Additionally, the…

The Bali International Airshow 2024 is set to mark Indonesia's return to the global airshow scene after three decades, underscoring the country's expanding role in the aerospace and defence sectors.…

Malaysia’s AIROD (Aircraft Inspection, Repair & Overhaul Depot) has entered into a collaboration with Turkish Aerospace Industries Inc (TAI). The partnership, formalised through a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA), is aimed…

The Malaysian Ministry of Defence (Mindef) has finalised 40 agreements totalling RM7.3 billion, encompassing seven contracts valued at RM1.90 billion, 10 Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) worth RM280 million, and the…

Airbus is bringing its newest A350-1000 widebody aircraft to the Singapore Airshow, where it will be featured in the flying display from February 20th to 22nd. The A350 is being…

Silent Arrow has been selected by AFWERX for a SBIR contract focused on the Silent Arrow CLS-300 ("Contested Logistics System, 300 Nautical Miles") to address one of the most pressing challenges in the Department…

Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) is confident that there is sufficient market potential to proceed with its all-new MC-X transport aircraft. Speaking to Daily News at Defence & Security on 8…

Malaysia’s Global Turbine Asia Sdn Bhd (GTA) will serve as the authorised maintenance organisation for Europrop International (EPI), the original equipment manufacturer of the TP400-D6 engine used in the Royal…

The RAAF has been operating Lockheed Martin C-130J Hercules transport aircraft since 1999, with twelve examples delivered from 1999-2001. With a 30-year life of type, this fleet flown by of…

Despite a host of disruptive events during 2022, Airbus was able to post net profits of €4.3bn on revenue of €58.8bn. Gross commercial aircraft orders increased to 1,078, compared to…

Tanya Altmann is taking over the management of Hensoldt Optronics, headquartered in Oberkochen, Germany. After a successful career in various companies, the native of Aalen is returning to her home…

The Philippine Air Force (PAF) received a second batch delivery of two T129B ATAK attack helicopters at Clark Air Base, Manila on Thursday (Nov. 24). The delivery was made using…

Nexter/KNDS is showcasing the wide range of artillery systems and 155mm shells offered by Nexter Arrowtech at the ongoing Eurosatory. At Eurosatory 2022, Nexter is showcased the design of the…

The Belgian armed forces' Land component will receive nine Nexter CAESAR 6X6 Mark IIs from 2027. The French Defence Procurement Agency (DGA) has ordered these artillery systems and a notification…

Airbus sees the Philippines as a growing market for military aircraft, and says is well-positioned to meet the country's defence and maritime security requirements. Countries in the Asia-Pacific region, especially…

The Philippine Air Force (PAF) officially inducted two Turkish-made T129B ATAK attack helicopters and an Airbus Defense and Space C-295 medium-lift aircraft, Wednesday (Apr. 6). These two T129B ATAK helicopters…

The Philippine Air Force (PAF) has received the first delivery of two Turkey-made T129B ATAK attack helicopters. The helicopters were delivered with two Turkish Air Force’s A400M Atlas transport aircraft…

The InShield infra-red countermeasure system is among the technologies and capabilities that Spanish defence company Indra is showcasing at the ongoing World Defense Show in Riyadh. The infra-red countermeasure systems…

The Singapore Airshow is off to a muted start instead of the high-voltage excitement that often precedes Asia’s biggest airshow. The Singapore Airshow has continuously grown since its inception but…

Indra has received a 35 million euros contract from the Spanish Ministry of Defence to equip Spanish Army Chinook CH47F military helicopters with next-generation electronic defence systems. The self-protection suite…

Airbus is showcasing its range of products and services in the defence, space, secure communications and helicopter segments at the DSEI exhibition at Excel, London from Sept. 14-17. The Airbus…

Indra has developed the SIMCUI, a multi-purpose and inter-operable simulation system that the company claims can halve the time required to train a civilian or military pilot of any type…

Lufthansa Technik has started the strategic further development of its proven patient transport unit (PTE)  for the air transport of patients in intensive medical care. Based on an order placed…

The most pressing question for the EU defence industry community is what lies ahead for Europe in terms of its future, post- BREXIT and COVID. Will the EU remain united,…

Eurasia Airshow will now be held from December 2-6, 2020 at the Antalya International Airport, Turkey, after the COVID-19 pandemic forced the organisers to postpone the event which was scheduled…

Airbus is continuing to purchase and supply millions of face masks from China, the large majority of which will be donated to governments of the Airbus home countries, namely France,…

Airbus has deployed a new air-bridge flight between Europe and China to deliver additional face mask supplies to France, Germany, Spain and United Kingdom health systems in support of the…

Airbus is showcasing for the first time a model of Maveric, a new flying demonstrator, with a disruptive aircraft configuration besides its latest products, services and innovations in the commercial…

Airbus is showcasing its range of defence, space, and helicopter products and services at the ongoing show. Over the last decades, Airbus has developed a successful cooperation with Thailand and…

GKN Aerospace has reached a major milestone in the ‘Wing of Tomorrow’ programme after designing, manufacturing, and delivering a mid-scale demonstrator tool to the GKN Aerospace Filton facility. The tool…

GKN Aerospace has reached a major milestone in the ‘Wing of Tomorrow’ programme after designing, manufacturing, and delivering a mid-scale demonstrator tool to the GKN Aerospace Filton facility. This tool…

European airframer Airbus is putting up a strong show at the ongoing ADEX, where it is showcasing a wide range of products, services and strong industrial partnerships, covering commercial air-…

Airbus announced plans to develop further its industrial presence in Malaysia with three new initiatives. These include the expansion of Airbus’ wholly-owned maintenance facility, Sepang Aircraft Engineering (SAE); the establishment…

The Spanish Air Force has become the first air force worldwide to support the development of Airbus’ drone and augmented reality-based maintenance inspection services, with the aim of drastically reducing…

Airbus is showcasing its single-engine H125 and H130 helicopters and a twin-engine of the H145 family at the ongoing show. “The multi-mission capacity of the H125 and H145 are perfectly…

European airframer Airbus considers Malaysia as a strategic market and is showcasing its range of offerings being used by the Malaysian military in addition to commercial aircraft operated by Malaysian…

From flying and static displays of its best-in-class products to showcasing its cutting-edge aerospace services, Airbus has planned one of its biggest-ever participations at Aero India, to be held in…

Airbus SE has appointed Alberto Gutiérrez, 56, Head of Military Aircraft within Airbus Defence and Space, effective 1 January 2019. He will report to Airbus Defence and Space Chief Executive…

Airbus will display a wide range of military platforms at the third edition of Asian Defence & Security (ADAS) 2018 exhibition to be in Manila, the Philippines on 26-28th September.…

Elettronica Group and Indra have joined hands in developing a next generation Quantum Cascade Laser (QCL) based Direct Infrared Countermeasure (DIRCM) system suitable to protect rotary and fixed wing aircraft.…

Airbus has introduced its advanced data analytics tool – SmartForce, inching closer towards realizing its ambition of having an expanded military product line in the aviation community. >> Farnborough International…

Airbus will bring a range of air defence products and services as well as helicopters during the 16th edition of the Defence Services Asia (DSA 2018) exhibition at the Malaysia…

ITP Aero is showcasing its partnership presence and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) capabilities at the ongoing airshow in the main European Defence consortia: EPI, Eurojet and MTRI; and its participation…

The A400M on static display is a Royal Malaysian Air Force aircraft being exhibited outside its home country for the first time.

Global Company Turbine Asia Sdn Bhd (GTA) has signed an LOI with the Europrop International (EPI) today. EPI is the manufacturer of the TP400 for the A400M aircraft owned by…

Rob Watson, Asia-Pacific senior vice president, provided a briefing to Asian Defence & Diplomacy about the regional position of aero engine manufacturer Rolls-Royce. Watson explained that India and Japan are…

One of the largest participants at Singapore Air Show 2014 is Airbus, with a highlight being the presence and demonstration flight on the opening day of the new Airbus A350-900…