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Delivery drones cleared for flight over populated cities in Brazil
In a significant development for urban logistics, Brazil’s civil aviation authority has authorised delivery drones
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ePropelled unveils expansion at Global Innovation Centre in Coventry
ePropelled opened its new Global Innovation Centre in Coventry on 20 March, a major expansion
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Iran Fires Two Intermediate-Range Ballistic Missiles at Diego Garcia Base
The attempted strike on Diego Garcia would mark a major escalation, highlighting Tehran’s apparent ability to target the strategic U.S.-UK base deep in the Indian Ocean and potentially put parts of Europe within reach. Iran has launched two missiles at the joint UK-U.S. base at Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, about 4,000 km away.…
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Talon IQ Testbed Performs Simulated Combat Maneuvers Controlled by Hivemind and Prism AIs
The Talon IQ testbed conducted combat air patrol and target engagement maneuvers controlled by ShieldAI’s Hivemind AI, before switching back to Northrop Grumman’s Prism AI. Northrop Grumman and Shield AI announced on Mar. 19, 2026, that the Talon IQ autonomy testbed aircraft, based on the Model 437 Vanguard developed by the former’s subsidiary Scaled Composites,…
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FCC Updates Covered List, Introduces First Conditional Approvals for Drone Systems
Four systems receive time-limited approvals as a new case-by-case pathway takes shape News and Commentary. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has updated its Covered List to formally incorporate a new category of devices granted Conditional Approval by federal agencies. The March 18, 2026 action marks the first time the FCC has identified specific drone systems…
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B-52s Launch from RAF Fairford with Impressive Cruise Missile Payload
U.S. Air Force strategic bombers deployed to RAF Fairford continue to participate in Operation Epic Fury, with near-daily flights from both the B-1s and B-52s, the latter showcasing a hefty external payload. While base security forces and local police continue efforts to keep RAF Fairford secure, using road closures, parking restrictions, and privacy screens, aviation…
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Chuck Norris Has Flown West at 86: Remembering the Air Force Veteran, Troop Champion, and Aviation Tough Guy
Long before he became an action legend and internet folklore, Chuck Norris wore Air Force blue. His roots in military life, his unwavering support for America’s troops, and his love of aviation make his passing one of the tough ones. The Legend Before the Legend Norris died on 19 March 2026, at the age…
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Four key appointments announced at AFI KLM E&M
Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) has announced four senior management appointments as the company prepares for the departure of Géry Mortreux, executive vice president of Air France Industries, who will leave Air France-KLM on May 1, 2026. The leadership changes see Vincent d’Andrea appointed executive vice president of Air France…
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PHM Technology and SYPAQ Systems Pty Ltd Partner to Bring MADE Digital RAMS Backbone Capability to the ADF
Melbourne, Australia — PHM Technology (PHMT) and SYPAQ Systems Pty Ltd today announced a strategic
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Russia Sends MiG-31s Armed with Kinzhal Hypersonic Missiles Over Sea of Japan
Russian Aerospace Forces publicized for the first time the MiG-31 armed with the Kh-47M2 Kinzhal aeroballistic hypersonic missile flying in the Indo-Pacific region. Russia’s Ministry of Defense (RuMoD) released footage on Mar. 17, 2026, of its MiG-31I jets carrying the Kh-47M2 Kinzhal hypersonic Air-Launched Ballistic Missiles (ALBM) while flying over the Sea of Japan. Russian…
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