India
NEW DELHI — Russia has renewed its offer of the Izdeliye 177S turbofan engine for the Indian Air Force’s Su-30MKI fleet during President Vladimir Putin’s visit to New Delhi in September 2026. The proposal is part of discussions surrounding India’s planned Super Sukhoi modernisation programme. The IAF operates around 260 Su-30MKI fighters, currently powered by the AL-31FP engine. It produces about 12,500 kgf (123 kN) of afterburning thrust and 7,700–7,800 kgf (around 76 kN) of dry thrust. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has extended the engine’s Total Technical Life from 2,000 to 2,500 flying hours, with the first engine under the life-extension programme delivered to the IAF in January 2026. According to Russian information, the Izdeliye 177S produces around 14,500 kgf (142 kN) of afterburning thrust and 9,000 kgf (88 kN) of dry thrust. Its afterburning thrust is about 16 percent higher than the AL-31FP. The manufacturer also states a 6,000-hour service life and claims about 7 percent lower fuel consumption. The 177S is described as dimensionally compatible with the AL-31FP installation, with similar weight and inlet diameter. This could allow the engine to be integrated into existing Su-30MKI aircraft without major structural modifications, subject to technical evaluation. The Super Sukhoi programme, estimated at about $11 billion, is expected to initially cover 84 aircraft, with the remaining fleet to be upgraded later. The modernisation is planned to include AESA radars, new avionics, improved electronic-warfare systems and weapons integration. The higher-thrust engine is being considered to help compensate for the additional weight and power and cooling requirements of the new systems. Technology transfer remains a key issue. HAL already manufactures and overhauls the AL-31FP at its Koraput facility. For the 177S, India is seeking substantial technology transfer and local manufacturing capabilities, including access to important engine technologies such as hot-section metallurgy and digital engine controls. India has not yet made a final decision on the engine. The selection will depend on technical performance, reliability, integration requirements, lifecycle costs and the actual scope of technology transfer offered by Russia.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-25 16:36:31
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NEW YORK — U.S. President Donald Trump has given final approval for Ukraine to receive licenses to produce interceptor missiles for the Patriot air defense system. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed the decision following his meeting with Trump in New York on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly. Zelensky said Trump told him during the meeting that he had made the final decision and that specific agreements were already in place. Zelensky did not provide details on when production would begin or which Patriot interceptor variants would be covered by the licenses. Decision follows months of negotiations The approval follows months of discussions between Washington and Kyiv. On July 31, Trump said the United States had not yet made a decision, citing the need for caution over transferring sensitive Patriot technology for production outside the United States. In early September, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said negotiations were still continuing and warned that establishing the required manufacturing infrastructure could take several years. Ukraine has also held direct talks with U.S. Patriot manufacturers. In July, Zelensky met representatives of RTX (Raytheon), which produces the PAC-2/GEM-T interceptor family, and Lockheed Martin, which manufactures PAC-3 interceptors. According to Reuters, establishing facilities and beginning mass production of components could take between three and seven years after a licensing agreement is signed. The exact production timeline for Ukraine has not yet been announced. Ukraine seeks missiles for immediate needs The licensing agreement will not immediately solve Ukraine's shortage of Patriot interceptors. Kyiv is continuing negotiations with allies for regular deliveries of ready-made missiles. Ukraine also plans to purchase around 1,000 Patriot missiles using credit financing from the European Union. At the same time, Ukraine is developing its own anti-ballistic missile capability under the FREYJA program with European partners. The Patriot system remains a key part of Ukraine's air defenses against ballistic missiles. Germany and Japan have previously received licenses to produce Patriot-related interceptors, making Ukraine the latest country to receive such authorization.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-25 16:29:41
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PARIS — France will send soldiers, radar systems and defence equipment to Saudi Arabia to protect the strategic Yanbu oil terminal on the Red Sea, French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Thursday. Speaking during a prime-time interview with TF1 and France 2, Macron said the deployment had been finalised in coordination with Saudi authorities. He stressed that the French mission would be defensive and would not involve French forces in the conflict. “We are going to send military assets, meaning soldiers, radars, and defence systems to protect this site,” Macron said. He added that the deployment was “not to involve ourselves in any conflict, but to protect the site.” Yanbu’s strategic importance Yanbu is a major Saudi oil storage, refining and export centre. It is connected to the East-West Pipeline, also known as Petroline, which stretches more than 1,200 kilometres and has a capacity of up to 7 million barrels per day. The Red Sea export route has become more important after disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz linked to the regional conflict. Recent attacks have also affected the pipeline and oil flows to Yanbu. On the same day as Macron’s announcement, Saudi Arabia reported intercepting six ballistic missiles launched toward the Yanbu and Taif areas. Yemen’s Houthi movement has claimed attacks against Saudi energy infrastructure, including facilities linked to Saudi Aramco in Yanbu. Details of French deployment remain unclear Macron did not specify how many French personnel would be sent, which radar and defence systems would be deployed, or when they would arrive. He also did not confirm whether Rafale fighter jets would be included. Macron said France already has aircraft in the region and would assess requirements according to developments. The French deployment is intended to protect the Yanbu facility rather than involve French forces in offensive operations. Macron also said France was continuing diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, including talks with Iranian and Omani officials. Separately, during the interview, Macron described the security situation in Europe as worrying and said hostile acts had increased in recent weeks. He also denied reports that U.S. intelligence had warned French authorities about a possible Russian drone attack launched from the sea against southern France.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-25 16:23:28
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BENGALURU — Bengaluru-based deep-tech startup Strider Robotics has demonstrated the pulling capability of its M3 autonomous quadruped robot by towing a Honda Amaze passenger car. During the demonstration, the Honda Amaze's engine was switched off and the driver's seat was empty. Two passengers remained inside the vehicle, while one operated the handbrake during the test as a safety measure. The demonstration was conducted under controlled conditions and was described by Strider Robotics as a Technology Readiness Level 6 (TRL 6) achievement. The company said the M3 has more than 80 percent indigenous content, including its actuators. 🚨 Bengaluru-based Strider Robotics (@strider_robots) just demonstrated their M3 quadruped's ability to pull a Honda Amaze. The car had two passengers (one holding the handbrake for safety). Nobody was in the driver's seat and the engine was switched off.TRL 680% indigenous pic.twitter.com/Br4Eyvu9FL — Runtime (@RuntimeBRT) September 25, 2026 Designed for Industrial Applications The M3 is the latest platform in Strider Robotics' M-series of quadruped robots. The standard configuration is designed to carry around 20 kg, while the robot has also been tested with a 40 kg payload in separate trials. The robot is designed for industrial inspection, material handling and asset monitoring in environments where wheeled or tracked systems can face difficulties. Its targeted sectors include oil and gas, power plants, mining, infrastructure and automotive manufacturing. Strider Robotics is also developing an AI-powered, hardware-agnostic software platform for inspection, navigation, mission planning and industrial analytics. From IISc Research to Commercial Deployment Strider Robotics was incorporated in 2024 as a spin-off from the Stochastic Robotics Lab (StochLab) at the Centre for Cyber-Physical Systems, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru. The underlying research began around 2015 at IISc and IIT Madras. The company is incubated at ARTPARK, the AI and robotics innovation hub at IISc. The company has begun field pilots with a major oil and gas company and an automotive manufacturer as it moves toward commercial deployment. IISc has also identified Strider Robotics as a startup working on quadruped robots. The M3 demonstration adds a vehicle-towing test to the company's reported development work as it prepares its quadruped platform for industrial applications.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-25 16:11:26
World
MOSCOW, — Specialists at Russia’s Bryansk Automobile Plant (BAZ), part of the Almaz-Antey defense group, have patented an armored high-mobility tractor designed to tow heavy-duty semi-trailers. The patent, RU 2870257 C1, “Tractor Unit,” was filed by BAZ on December 25, 2025, and registered and published by Russia’s Federal Institute of Industrial Property (FIPS) on September 18, 2026. Armored cabin and machine-gun turret According to the patent, the vehicle uses a four-axle chassis with a fifth-wheel coupling for towing heavy semi-trailers. It has a fully armored frame-and-panel cabin, with a roof-mounted slewing ring, hatch and turret designed to carry a machine gun. The patent does not specify the weapon's model or caliber. A separate engine compartment is located behind the cabin. It has a welded rectangular-steel-tube frame enclosed by a hood, protective panels, doors and access hatches. Thermal and visual protection The design includes several measures to reduce the vehicle’s thermal signature. Heat shields are fitted around the cabin running boards, steering system hydraulic oil tank cover, batteries, air filters and engine-compartment walls. The spark-arresting mufflers also have external heat shields. Additional armor-steel panels protect transmission components and chassis wheel wells. For camouflage, the vehicle has clamps for attaching camouflage nets and mounts for securing natural vegetation. The patent also lists a filtration and ventilation system, a winch, a spare-wheel removal mechanism, and main and auxiliary fuel tanks. Production status not confirmed BAZ is known for producing heavy wheeled chassis and tractor units associated with Russian S-300, S-350, S-400, S-500 and Tor-M2 systems, as well as radar and electronic-warfare equipment. However, the patent does not confirm that a prototype has been built, serial production has started, or that the armored tractor has entered Russian military service. It establishes the vehicle's patented design and intended role as a protected, high-mobility tractor for towing heavy semi-trailers.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-25 16:06:36
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CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — The U.S. Air Force has received its first two Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, marking a new phase in the service’s effort to integrate uncrewed, semi-autonomous aircraft into future combat operations. Anduril delivered its YFQ-44A Fury to the Air Force’s Experimental Operations Unit in August, while General Atomics delivered the YFQ-42A Vengeance last week. Both aircraft will support operational experimentation led by Air Combat Command to determine how CCAs can operate alongside crewed aircraft in contested environments. The Air Force has moved the aircraft into the hands of operators at an early stage so Airmen can help develop tactics, operating procedures and requirements for the new aircraft. “Putting CCA in the hands of Airmen is how we build the operational future of this program,” said Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink. He added that the Fury and Vengeance deliveries demonstrate the service’s focus on speed, competition and cost-effective combat capability. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach also welcomed the aircraft to the Experimental Operations Unit, saying Airmen are looking forward to evaluating their capabilities. Operational testing at Creech The Experimental Operations Unit is evaluating how small teams can operate CCAs from distributed and austere locations. The testing includes examining aircraft operations, sortie generation and the support requirements needed to operate the platforms away from traditional air bases. This work is being conducted as part of the Air Force’s Agile Combat Employment approach. A July exercise at Creech examined how the aircraft could be serviced and relaunched in a realistic operational environment, including refueling and weapons-handling activities. The Air Force is also using the operational experimentation to identify future requirements for training, sustainment, manpower and infrastructure as the CCA program moves toward larger-scale fielding. Recent weapons test The arrival of the two aircraft follows several recent CCA milestones. In July, the Air Force conducted a live-fire test involving the YFQ-44A, which fired an AIM-120 at a digital target over the Mojave Desert. The test followed earlier evaluations of weapons carriage and data-link integration. The Air Force also conducted a second Agile Combat Employment exercise involving CCAs in July, further examining how the aircraft could be operated in distributed conditions. Production of Fury and Vengeance The Air Force selected Anduril and General Atomics in 2024 to develop the first CCA Increment 1 prototypes. On June 17, 2026, the Department of the Air Force awarded contracts for the first-generation CCA aircraft and mission-autonomy software. The aircraft were initially designated YFQ-44A and YFQ-42A during development. In September, the Air Force officially named the aircraft FQ-44 Fury and FQ-42 Vengeance. The service has entered production for both designs rather than selecting only one aircraft. The Air Force has said it plans to field 500 combat-ready semi-autonomous systems by 2032, with a longer-term objective of approximately 1,000 CCAs across multiple increments. For now, the focus at Creech is on learning how the aircraft can be operated, supported and integrated with crewed combat aircraft. The results from this operational experimentation will help shape how future CCA units are organized, trained, equipped and employed for air superiority and other combat missions.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-25 15:59:25
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KYIV, — Russia’s Geran-4 jet-powered strike drone has been examined by Ukrainian journalists and technical specialists in an investigation published by Schemes, the investigative project of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL), on September 24. The examination of recovered wreckage provides details about the drone’s engine, optical system, communications, navigation equipment and foreign-made electronics. Chinese-Made Jet Engine The Geran-4 uses a turbojet engine instead of the piston engine used by earlier Geran variants. Specialists identified a Chinese-made TG-2000 engine in the examined drone, with a reported service life of about 30 hours. The drone can reach speeds of around 450–500 km/h and an altitude of up to 8 kilometers. Its assessed range can exceed 700 kilometers under the reported conditions. Earlier Ukrainian assessments also identified Chinese Telefly LX-WP-160 and TF-TJ2000A engines in Geran-4 airframes. The examined drone was produced at Russia’s Alabuga special economic zone in Tatarstan, where investigators found Chinese markings and a technician’s note indicating that the engine was serviceable. Day, Night and Infrared Camera The newer Geran-4 configuration has a dedicated camera compartment in its nose. The electro-optical system provides daylight, night and infrared channels, with 10x optical zoom and up to 32x digital zoom. The camera allows operators to observe terrain and receive visual information during flight. Its housing carries Russian factory markings, including the designation “Mini-Sandwich.” 300-Kilometer Communications System The drone is equipped with a Chinese-made mesh modem supporting radio and video communications. The reported communications range is up to 300 kilometers. The system can transmit real-time video and allow operators to adjust the drone’s route. It can also operate as a signal repeater, allowing drones to relay communications through the network. The examined aircraft also contained two GSM modems. Previous examinations of similar systems found SIM cards associated with Ukrainian, Russian, Belarusian, Kazakh and European mobile operators. A 16-channel CRPA antenna is also fitted to reduce the effectiveness of electronic warfare against the drone’s navigation and communications systems. Foreign Electronics The examination found that the Geran-4 continues to use foreign-made electronic components. Texas Instruments components from the United States were identified on the onboard computer, while most of the other foreign components were reported to be Chinese. Warhead and Airframe The Geran-4 can carry a warhead of up to 90 kilograms. Earlier Ukrainian Defence Intelligence assessments described a reinforced airframe measuring about 3.5 meters long with a 3-meter wingspan. The combination of jet propulsion, 450–500 km/h speed, high-altitude flight, a multi-mode camera, real-time video transmission and long-range mesh communications distinguishes the Geran-4 from earlier piston-powered Geran drones. The September 24 Schemes investigation provides a detailed look at how these systems are integrated into the Russian-produced strike drone.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-25 15:51:48
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WASHINGTON — Chinese satellite imagery and geospatial data have helped Iran improve its ability to target U.S. military bases and ships in the Middle East, according to recent U.S. intelligence assessments described by officials familiar with the findings. The intelligence support has been linked to Iran’s improved targeting accuracy in recent months, including a July 17 ballistic missile attack on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in northeastern Jordan that killed three U.S. service members and wounded four others. Satellite imagery linked to Jordan strike Four sources familiar with the U.S. assessments told CNN that high-resolution satellite imagery obtained by Iran from Chinese entities before and after the attack helped Iranian forces target the Jordanian base with a level of accuracy that U.S. officials believe was greater than Iran’s previous capability. The missiles struck a housing area where U.S. troops were sleeping. The three service members killed were Army Sgt. Angel S. Rampersad, 28, of Ozone Park, New York; First Lt. Tyler James Feehan, 25, of Ewa Beach, Hawaii; and Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, 19, of Carrollton, Texas. Four other service members were wounded and medically evacuated. Iran later released high-resolution images showing damage at the base. Publicly available commercial satellite imagery also showed damage to more than 20 structures across three areas of the facility. Muwaffaq Salti is an important U.S. military location in the region, hosting a range of aircraft and supporting U.S. operations in the Middle East. CNN reporting from July also described the base as a major regional hub for U.S. military operations. Data also used to track ships U.S. officials said Chinese geospatial information has also improved Iran’s ability to monitor ships operating around the Strait of Hormuz. According to officials familiar with the assessments, the information provides Iranian forces with a better picture of U.S. escort operations and helps them determine when vessels reach particular positions in the waterway. One tactic involves launching relatively unsophisticated heat-seeking drones at selected points along shipping routes. The drones cannot be guided after launch, but more accurate information about the location and movement of ships can improve the timing of an attack. During one U.S. escort operation, American forces were reported to have intercepted more than a dozen Iranian missiles and nearly 20 drones while dealing with roughly 60 targets around the strait. The Strait of Hormuz remains a strategically important waterway for regional maritime traffic, and the U.S. Treasury has separately taken action against Iranian networks connected to activities involving vessels transiting the strait. Chinese and Russian assistance The satellite information is described as only one part of Iran’s improving military capabilities. U.S. officials have also pointed to technical assistance from China and Russia that has helped Iran improve guidance systems for existing missiles and drones. Iran's own combat experience has also contributed to changes in its targeting capabilities, according to the assessments. The exact role of the Chinese government remains unclear. U.S. officials have not established whether Beijing directly authorized the transfer of satellite information or whether Chinese private companies provided the imagery without direct government direction. Chinese officials have rejected the allegations and have demanded evidence from Washington. Beijing has said its commercial cooperation with Iran complies with international law. U.S. sanctions Chinese satellite companies The Trump administration has also taken action against Chinese entities accused of providing satellite imagery that could support Iran's military activities. In May, the administration sanctioned MizarVision, Earth Eye and Chang Guang, according to the information provided by U.S. officials. Earlier U.S. actions have also targeted China- and Hong Kong-based entities connected to procurement networks supporting Iran's military programs. The U.S. Treasury has publicly confirmed sanctions against Chinese and Hong Kong-based networks involved in supporting Iran's weapons procurement. Earlier reporting also indicated that Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Aerospace Force acquired a Chinese-built satellite known as TEE-01B from Earth Eye Co. in late 2024. The satellite was reportedly used to monitor U.S. military sites in the region. U.S. bases face continuing attacks The improved Iranian targeting comes as U.S. forces have faced repeated missile and drone attacks across the Middle East. A Pentagon inspector general report cited in the assessments found that Iranian strikes had damaged or destroyed hundreds of structures at U.S. bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Oman and Jordan since the conflict escalated. The attacks have forced U.S. Central Command to adjust the positioning of personnel and storage facilities in response to the continuing threat from drones and missiles. The U.S. assessments therefore describe Iran's improved targeting as the result of several factors, including access to foreign satellite and technical assistance, battlefield experience and improvements to its existing missile and drone systems. However, the extent of direct Chinese government involvement in providing satellite intelligence remains unresolved.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-25 14:50:43
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BERLIN — U.S.-based Earth observation company Planet Labs has opened a new 5,700-square-meter satellite manufacturing facility in Berlin’s Mitte district. The facility, operated by Planet Labs GmbH, will produce the company’s Pelican satellites and expand its manufacturing capacity in Europe. Production is scheduled to begin this autumn, with the first satellite expected to be completed before the end of 2026. The plant is designed to eventually produce up to 60 satellites per year, roughly doubling Planet’s overall Pelican production capacity. Manufacturing will continue at the company’s San Francisco headquarters. Pelican satellites are in the 300-kilogram class and are designed for high-resolution Earth observation, with the next-generation spacecraft offering approximately 30-centimeter resolution. Planet announced the Berlin facility in September 2025. The company has completed the facility handover and cleanroom fit-out within 12 months. The expansion will add about 70 employees to Planet’s existing workforce of nearly 150 people in Berlin. Planet has operated in Germany since 2015, following its acquisition of German Earth observation company RapidEye. Berlin already serves as the company’s European center for engineering, mission operations, data processing and business functions. Planet co-founder and CEO Will Marshall said the company has built and successfully launched 688 satellites over 15 years, and that the new facility brings its satellite manufacturing capability to Berlin. The first satellites produced at the Berlin facility are scheduled to launch in early 2027 aboard an Isar Aerospace Spectrum rocket from the Andøya Space complex in Norway. The planned mission would be the first time a German-built Pelican satellite is launched on a German-built launch vehicle. The Berlin facility is part of Planet’s expansion of localized satellite production in Europe and supports the company’s growing Earth observation operations in the region.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-25 14:39:52
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NEW DELHI — The Indian Navy has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a new Indigenous Harbour Defence System (IHDS) to strengthen surveillance and protection of four major naval bases — Mumbai, Karwar, Kochi and Visakhapatnam. The proposed system is intended to replace the existing Integrated Underwater Harbour Defence and Surveillance System (IUHDSS). The IUHDSS was designed by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) ELTA and was introduced as part of efforts to strengthen harbour security following the 26/11 Mumbai attacks. The first system in India was commissioned at Kochi in July 2015 and combined coastal surveillance radars, electro-optical sensors and sonar systems for detecting and tracking surface and underwater threats. Large Sensor Network According to the RFP requirements, the new IHDS will include five high-power radars, 13 sonars and five electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) suites across the four locations. At the centre of the system will be a Command and Control (C2) system capable of processing and tracking more than 600 surface targets and over 50 subsurface tracks simultaneously. The network is designed to provide continuous surveillance of both the surface and underwater areas around the naval bases. Underwater Detection The sonar component will provide 360-degree coverage for underwater surveillance. The RFP specifies detection ranges of 500–700 metres for combat divers, 1 kilometre for Swimmer Delivery Vehicles (SDVs), and 1.5 kilometres for midget submarines. These capabilities are intended to strengthen protection against underwater threats approaching naval harbour facilities. Radar and Electro-Optical Surveillance The system will also use X-band radars with an instrumented detection range of at least 150 kilometres. The EO/IR suites are required to combine Medium-Wave Infrared (MWIR), Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) and high-definition day cameras. The RFP specifies the ability to detect small boats at distances of up to 20 kilometres. VTOL UAV Integration The new harbour defence architecture will also include Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The UAVs are required to have an operational range of 20–25 kilometres and an endurance of two hours. They will form part of the surveillance network and provide an additional aerial observation capability for investigating detected activity. The overall procurement is part of the Indian Navy's effort to develop indigenous harbour defence capabilities, with the selected Indian contractor expected to integrate the radar, sonar, EO/IR and UAV components into a single surveillance and command system. The new IHDS is therefore planned as a multi-layered system combining surface, underwater and aerial surveillance to protect important Indian naval bases and the high-value assets operating from them.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-25 14:35:35
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COLORADO, USA — Ukrainian electronic warfare (EW) developer Unwave took part in trials under the U.S. Drone Dominance program at Fort Carson, Colorado. Following the testing, U.S. officials requested the company’s continued support for the program, according to statements Unwave provided to the Ukrainian military outlet Militarnyi. The trials were held from August 24 to September 2, 2026, with 14 drone manufacturers and three electronic warfare developers participating. The tests were designed to create battlefield-like conditions and assess how unmanned aircraft perform against electronic warfare systems and during live engagements. Scenarios included protection of stationary and mobile assets and infrastructure from unmanned threats. The Drone Dominance program is a Pentagon effort to accelerate the selection, procurement and delivery of strike drones to U.S. forces, with plans to acquire more than 200,000 unmanned aerial systems by 2027. The Fort Carson Gauntlet II evaluation also included testing related to electronic warfare, deep-strike and close-quarters missions. Four EW systems demonstrated Unwave demonstrated four systems during the trials. Vikha: A tactical-operational EW complex operating from 300 MHz to 3.2 GHz, with more than 100 watts of power and a directional suppression range of over 300 meters. Boombox: A portable multi-channel system weighing 11–25 kg. It operates in the 0.4–1 GHz, 1.9–2.7 GHz and 5.8 GHz bands and provides a 50-meter protective radius against FPV drones. Shatro: Designed for installation on vehicles and military equipment. It has 50–100 watts of channel power and covers the 0.2–5.8 GHz range. Choven-2: A localized multi-channel system that can suppress FPV drones within 70 meters and Mavic-type quadcopters from 50 meters. It can also be mounted in a vehicle roof-box configuration. Earlier NATO testing Unwave had earlier participated in the NATO Baltic Trust 26 exercise in Latvia. The company said its EW system was the only system able to successfully jam a drone during a counter-UAV test and subsequently received a special commendation from the exercise organizers. The exercise brought together 650 participants from 24 countries and represented the final stage of NATO's UAV countermeasure testing program. Founded in 2023, Kyiv-based Unwave develops and integrates electronic warfare and counter-drone systems, with its products designed to operate independently or as part of a wider counter-UAS ecosystem. Its participation in both NATO and U.S. testing provides the company with opportunities to demonstrate its systems in multinational military environments.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-25 14:30:49
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RIGA, LATVIA — Latvia is planning to acquire Barracuda long-range cruise missiles from U.S. defense technology company Anduril Industries as part of efforts to strengthen its long-range strike capability. Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs confirmed the plan after visiting Anduril in the United States and meeting its founder, Palmer Luckey. Rinkēvičs said he looked forward to completing the missile acquisition and expanding defense-industry cooperation between Latvia and Anduril. Latvia and Anduril have not disclosed the number of missiles, purchase cost, delivery schedule or specific Barracuda variant planned for the Latvian military. Barracuda to Extend Latvia's Strike Range The Barracuda family was unveiled by Anduril in September 2024 and consists of three turbojet-powered, subsonic cruise missiles: the Barracuda-100, Barracuda-250 and Barracuda-500. The Barracuda-500 is the largest variant and can carry a warhead of more than 45 kilograms (99 pounds), with a stated range of up to 926 kilometers (575 miles). The three variants share more than 90 percent of their components. Anduril says the Barracuda family is designed to reduce production costs and manufacturing time, estimating that the missiles cost about 30 percent less and can be produced in roughly half the time of comparable cruise missiles. The missiles can be launched from fighter aircraft, helicopters, cargo aircraft, ships and ground launchers. According to Anduril, multiple Barracuda missiles can also operate together during a mission, with some missiles able to perform scouting or decoy roles while others conduct strikes. Latvia currently has ATACMS as its longest-range strike system on order. The country is acquiring ATACMS missiles together with six HIMARS launchers under a U.S.-approved 2023 agreement. ATACMS has a range of about 300 kilometers (186 miles). A Barracuda-500 would therefore provide Latvia with a strike range roughly three times longer. Anduril Expands Barracuda Production The Latvian plans come as Barracuda production expands. In May 2026, the U.S. Department of War signed a framework agreement under which Anduril will provide at least 1,000 surface-launched Barracuda-500M missiles annually for three years, with deliveries scheduled to begin in 2027. In July 2026, Poland's state-owned defense group PGZ signed an agreement with Anduril to assemble and later produce the Barracuda-500M at Military Aviation Works No. 2 in Bydgoszcz. PGZ said European production could allow other EU countries to purchase the missile through the EU's SAFE defense loan program. Cooperation With Origin Robotics Rinkēvičs's U.S. visit also included cooperation involving Latvia's domestic defense industry. During the visit, a memorandum of understanding was signed involving Anduril and Riga-based Origin Robotics, which develops military drones and autonomous systems. Origin Robotics' BLAZE is an autonomous counter-drone interceptor that uses radar and AI-supported cameras to locate and engage hostile drones. BLAZE systems have been delivered to Latvia, Estonia and Belgium, and Origin Robotics has a multi-year supply framework with the Latvian armed forces. The companies plan to explore integrating BLAZE with Anduril's Lattice command-and-control platform. Joint testing and demonstrations are planned in Latvia to assess the combined systems. The Barracuda acquisition and cooperation with Origin Robotics would give Latvia two additional areas of defense capability: longer-range strike systems and autonomous counter-drone technology. However, the final details of the missile purchase and the cooperation agreements have not been publicly released.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-25 14:19:39
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THE HAGUE — The Netherlands Ministry of Defence is working with Australian defence company Electro Optic Systems (EOS) to develop the Apollo High Energy Laser Weapon System into an operational counter-drone capability. Dutch State Secretary for Defence Derk Boswijk signed a Letter of Intent with EOS this week. The Dutch Ministry of Defence announced the agreement on September 24, with EOS confirming it on September 25. Under the agreement, the Netherlands and EOS will explore the development of Apollo into a fully operational weapon system and examine the establishment of a production facility in the Netherlands, supported by a Dutch-led European supply chain. EOS intends to conduct development and production in the country, potentially making the Netherlands its European base. If development is successful, Dutch Defence intends to purchase a number of systems. Apollo laser capabilities The Apollo is a scalable high-energy laser system with power levels from 50 kW to 150 kW. EOS says it can engage more than 20 Group 1 unmanned aircraft per minute. The system has a stated hard-kill range of approximately 50 metres to 3 kilometres and an optical sensor-denial range of about 15 kilometres. When connected to external electrical power, it can conduct effectively unlimited engagements, while its internal power system supports more than 200 engagements. Apollo is designed for mobile deployment and can be packaged in a 20-foot ISO container. It can also integrate with NATO command-and-control and integrated air-defence systems. Follows €71.4 million Dutch order The new cooperation builds on a €71.4 million export contract secured by EOS in 2025 for a 100 kW-class high-energy laser system from a European NATO member, later identified as the Netherlands. The contract covers production, spare parts, training and documentation, with delivery activities planned between 2025 and 2028. Initial production was linked to EOS's facility in Singapore. EOS has indicated that the Dutch system could receive its first components as early as mid-2027, with full delivery around 2028. Growing global laser development Several countries are developing high-energy lasers for counter-drone and air-defence missions. The United States is advancing systems including RTX's HELWS and Lockheed Martin's ATHENA/IFPC-HEL. Israel is deploying Rafael's Iron Beam, while the United Kingdom is developing DragonFire. Germany has demonstrated 100 kW-class laser systems on Boxer armoured vehicles and naval platforms. Turkey has tested ASELSAN's ALKA and GÖKBERK, while China has developed systems including Silent Hunter and LY-1. In India, DRDO's 30 kW Mark-II(A) laser has completed military trials and is moving toward industrial production. Laser weapons can reduce the need for conventional ammunition, but their effectiveness remains dependent on factors including electrical power, cooling, atmospheric conditions and line of sight. The Netherlands-EOS agreement is the next step toward developing the Apollo into an operational Dutch counter-drone capability while establishing potential local production and a European supply chain.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-25 14:06:27
Europe
BARROW-IN-FURNESS, UK — The Royal Navy’s newest nuclear-powered attack submarine, HMS Agamemnon (S124), has departed BAE Systems’ shipyard in Barrow-in-Furness to begin sea trials. The sixth of seven Astute-class submarines left the shipyard on September 24, 2026, following a planned two-day operation through the yard’s basins, docks and locks before passing through the narrow Walney Channel into the Irish Sea. She is now heading toward HM Naval Base Clyde, where further trials, crew training and preparations for operational service will take place. HMS Agamemnon, known by her crew as “Awesome Aggie,” is conventionally armed and nuclear-powered. The submarine has a displacement of around 7,400 tonnes, measures 97 metres in length and is designed to operate for long periods underwater. Her Rolls-Royce nuclear reactor does not require refuelling during her service life, while onboard systems can generate air and drinking water. The submarine is designed for anti-submarine warfare, intelligence gathering, precision strike and support for maritime task groups. She is equipped with six 21-inch torpedo tubes and will carry Spearfish heavyweight torpedoes and Tomahawk land-attack cruise missiles, which can strike targets at ranges of more than 1,000 miles. Astute-class submarines can also support Royal Marines operations and contribute to the UK's continuous at-sea nuclear deterrent. Long construction and testing programme Construction of HMS Agamemnon began when her keel was laid on 18 July 2013. She was christened in April 2024 and launched in October 2024. King Charles III formally commissioned the submarine into the Royal Navy on September 22, 2025, during a ceremony in Barrow. In October 2025, she completed a three-day trim dive in a deepened shipyard basin to test her watertight integrity, ballast systems, stability and centre of gravity. Further testing continued at Barrow involving her roughly 100-strong crew and industry teams before the submarine's departure for sea trials. First Sea Lord General Sir Gwyn Jenkins said the submarine's move to sea was an important step toward joining the fleet and highlighted the importance of the Royal Navy's submarine force to UK and NATO defence. Final Astute-class submarine The seventh and final Astute-class submarine, HMS Achilles, is at an advanced stage of construction at Barrow. The Astute class will eventually be replaced by the planned SSN-AUKUS nuclear-powered attack submarines. Current plans call for construction of the first UK SSN-AUKUS submarine to begin in 2027, with the first boat expected to enter Royal Navy service in the late 2030s. The UK’s Defence Nuclear Enterprise supports more than 47,000 jobs across the country, including major employment in Barrow linked to submarine design, construction and support. HMS Agamemnon is the sixth Royal Navy vessel to carry the name Agamemnon, which comes from the mythological King Agamemnon of Mycenae. Her sea trials will now test the submarine and its systems at sea before she progresses toward operational service with the Royal Navy's submarine force.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-25 13:59:52
World
ATHENS, GREECE — The Hellenic Navy and Hellenic Aerospace Industry (HAI) have selected Terma’s SCANTER 6002 surveillance radar for the mid-life modernization of Greece’s four MEKO 200 HN (Hydra-class) frigates. Radar to Integrate With Centaur and TACTICOS HAI will integrate the SCANTER 6002 with its Centaur counter-unmanned aircraft system (C-UAS). The radar will also interface with the Thales TACTICOS combat management system. The integration will allow radar detection data to be shared through the Centaur system and TACTICOS, giving operators a unified picture of activity around the frigates. Centaur provides passive detection and electronic jamming capabilities and has already been used operationally, including during Operation Aspides in the Red Sea, where it successfully intercepted and neutralized drones. SCANTER 6002 Capabilities The X-band SCANTER 6002 is designed to detect and track small, low-signature air and surface targets while also monitoring surface traffic and the lower airspace around a vessel. The radar uses GaN (gallium nitride) solid-state technology, advanced digital signal processing, high spatial resolution and automatic adaptation to sea and land clutter. It also includes an AI-based classifier to help operators distinguish small drones from other targets. These features are designed to support operations in both coastal and open-water environments while reducing operator workload. Part of Hydra-Class Modernization The radar selection is part of the wider mid-life modernization program for the four Hydra-class frigates. The program includes the installation of the latest TACTICOS combat management system and other sensors, with the modernization intended to extend the ships’ operational capability into the 2030s. Kyriakos Enotiadis, Director of the Electronics Plant Directorate at HAI, said the integration of SCANTER 6002, Centaur and TACTICOS will provide information for counter-UAS operations while improving the frigates’ wider situational awareness. Martin Jentsch, Terma’s Sales Director for Naval Sales, said the combination of the radar and Centaur will provide real-time information across the counter-drone chain. The SCANTER 6002 has also been fitted to the 12 Arafura-class offshore patrol vessels of the Royal Australian Navy and selected for new anti-submarine warfare frigates of the Netherlands and Belgium, as well as Canada’s Arctic and offshore patrol ships. The modernization brings together the Hellenic Navy, HAI, Thales and Terma to improve the frigates’ ability to detect and respond to small air and surface threats.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-25 13:55:37
Europe
WARSAW, POLAND — Polish authorities are investigating a fire at a Starlink satellite communications ground station in Wola Krobowska, about 40 kilometers south of Warsaw, after indications emerged that the fire may have been deliberately started. Fire damages power equipment The fire broke out shortly after 9 p.m. on September 23. The property owner reported that antennas were on fire. Firefighters from the Grójec district received the alert at about 21:07 and sent three units to the site. Firefighters found flames involving the housing of a power distribution box covering about three square meters. The fire was extinguished with one stream of water, and firefighting operations ended at about 3:19 a.m. No injuries were reported. The fire damaged the power distribution unit connected to the antennas and a power generator. Possible arson under investigation Preliminary information indicated that the distribution unit may have been deliberately set on fire. An unofficial report said a bottle containing a flammable substance was found near the damaged equipment. However, investigators are also examining the possibility of an electrical short circuit. Lightning was ruled out based on the weather conditions at the time. Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Digital Affairs Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski said there were strong indications that the fire was an act of arson intended to disrupt the station and internet access for institutions, including the Ukrainian military. Gawkowski said the method was consistent with a pattern associated with Russian services, but responsibility has not been confirmed. Security agencies join investigation Police took control of the site, while Poland’s Internal Security Agency (ABW) and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBŚP) were notified and became involved. The District Prosecutor’s Office in Grójec has opened an investigation. Authorities are reviewing monitoring footage and securing other evidence while considering sabotage among the possible causes. Role of the Starlink station The Wola Krobowska facility is part of the ground infrastructure connecting Starlink’s satellite network with terrestrial systems. Together with a similar facility near Kaunas, Lithuania, it supports connectivity across Central and Eastern Europe, including Ukraine. The site contains around a dozen white spherical antennas, each about two meters in diameter, and is surrounded by a metal fence. The connectivity is used by Ukrainian military and critical institutions. Exatel, Poland’s state-owned telecommunications company, is associated with the location. Exatel said it leases the land and provides data-transmission services there but does not own or operate the satellite infrastructure. The company said none of its equipment was damaged and its network services were not affected. Station returns to operation The station has since returned to full operation, and authorities have not reported a major regional internet outage. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities determine whether the fire was caused by deliberate arson, an electrical failure, or another factor. No perpetrator or foreign government has been officially identified.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-24 18:09:15
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WASHINGTON / CANBERRA — The United States and Australia are investigating how two unserviceable components from an Australian F-35 fighter jet were diverted to Hong Kong while being shipped to the United States. F-35 Parts Diverted During Shipment The shipment left Australia in late May 2026 and included a cockpit canopy and weapons-bay door from a Royal Australian Air Force F-35. The components contained radar-absorbing material associated with the aircraft’s stealth features. The parts were being sent to the United States for inspection, possible repair or disposal because Australia does not currently have facilities to repair the specialized F-35 canopies. The components were transported by a commercial intermediary on behalf of Lockheed Martin, the F-35’s primary contractor. Reports identified the carrier as UPS. The shipment stopped in South Korea before being routed to Hong Kong. The reason for the diversion remains unclear. Chinese Government Took Possession According to people briefed on the matter cited by Bloomberg, the Chinese government later took possession of the components and has not returned them. Hong Kong is a special administrative region of China. The diversion was first reported by Politico on September 18, 2026. The Pentagon’s F-35 Joint Program Office confirmed that it was tracking a “shipment issue” involving unserviceable F-35 Lightning II components. The office said it was working with US authorities and industry partners to recover the parts, investigate the incident and introduce safeguards against similar incidents. Australia Assisting Investigation Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles confirmed the incident on September 22. He said Australia was examining what happened on its side and assisting the United States and Lockheed Martin. Marles said there was a “sense of comfort” that the components were not considered sensitive equipment or sensitive parts. He added that the matter would ultimately be managed by the United States and Lockheed Martin. Lockheed Martin said it handles aircraft-part shipments in accordance with US Defense Department regulations and continues to cooperate with the US government. The company has not disclosed further details about the shipment. China’s Foreign Ministry and its embassy said they were not aware of the incident. US and Australian authorities have not publicly suggested that Beijing deliberately diverted the shipment. F-35 Global Supply Chain Australia operates 72 F-35s and maintains a spare-parts warehouse at Williamtown, north of Sydney, which serves as an Asia-Pacific hub for the F-35 program. The F-35 program uses a shared global pool of spare parts involving the United States and partner countries. The international supply network includes multiple countries, making logistics and tracking more complex. Previous F-35 Parts Tracking Concerns The incident also comes amid previous concerns about F-35 spare-parts tracking. A 2023 US Government Accountability Office report found that more than 1 million F-35 spare parts valued at over $85 million had gone missing over a five-year period. The GAO identified inadequate tracking visibility as a major factor behind the discrepancies. US State Department and Pentagon officials have briefed congressional staff on national security committees about the latest diversion. Investigations are continuing in the United States and Australia as authorities work to recover the components and determine how the shipment was redirected to Hong Kong.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-24 18:06:27
U.S
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Navy has awarded L3Harris Technologies an $876.4 million contract modification to continue development of the Next Generation Jammer Low Band (NGJ-LB) system for the EA-18G Growler electronic attack aircraft operated by the U.S. Navy and Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF). Contract Expands NGJ-LB Development The new award builds on a $587.4 million contract awarded in August 2024 for the engineering and manufacturing development phase of the NGJ-LB. The latest modification covers continued development, non-recurring tooling and equipment, associated labor, system demonstration test pods, cybersecurity and system security development, logistics, testing and evaluation, and software support for both U.S. and Australian forces. Work is scheduled to be completed in fiscal year 2031. The modification is undefinitized, allowing work to begin before the final terms and price are settled. It uses a cost-plus-incentive-fee structure and was not competitively awarded. Naval Air Systems Command at Patuxent River, Maryland, is the contracting activity. U.S. and Australian Funding At the time of the award, the U.S. Navy obligated about $3.65 million to $3.7 million from its fiscal 2026 research, development, test and evaluation budget. The Australian government provided $23 million in cooperative funds, giving it the larger share of the initial funding obligation. About 43% of the work will be performed at L3Harris’s facility in Salt Lake City, Utah. Other work will take place in Alabama, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Colorado, California, New York and Texas, while 3.4% of the effort will be performed in Australia. Low-Band Electronic Warfare The EA-18G Growler is a modified F/A-18F Super Hornet designed for electronic warfare, including jamming enemy radar and communications. The aircraft has traditionally used the AN/ALQ-99 tactical jamming pod, which was first introduced in the 1970s. The Navy is replacing the legacy system with a family of Next Generation Jammer pods covering different frequency bands. RTX’s Raytheon produces the AN/ALQ-249 mid-band variant, which is already deployed with the fleet. L3Harris is developing the low-band variant to address lower-frequency search radars. According to L3Harris, the NGJ-LB is designed to provide high-power jamming from standoff ranges, engage multiple targets and provide 360-degree coverage. Its software-based architecture is also intended to support updates against current and emerging threats. Industry Partners Support Program The NGJ-LB supply chain is also expanding. In July 2026, CPI Aerostructures received a $13.6 million contract from L3Harris to manufacture airborne pod structures for operational prototypes and additional test units. CPI said it had delivered its first test article. Honeywell Aerospace joined the program in June 2025, while Marotta Controls announced contracts in September 2026 to support the NGJ-LB, including technology for the turbine speed-control system used in the pod’s ram-air-turbine power-generation assembly. The NGJ-LB is being developed as a cooperative U.S.-Australian program. The latest $876.4 million modification will support continued development, testing, security and production-related work as the system moves toward eventual fielding on U.S. Navy and Royal Australian Air Force EA-18G Growlers.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-24 17:58:29
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ROME — Orizzonte Sistemi Navali (OSN), a joint venture owned 51% by Fincantieri and 49% by Leonardo, has signed a contract worth approximately €3.7 billion with OCCAR for the development and production of two next-generation DDX destroyers for the Italian Navy. About €1.3 billion of the contract is in options. The agreement covers development, production, logistic studies and Initial In-Service Support (ISS). The contract officially launches the DDX programme, which is intended to replace and evolve Italy’s Horizon-class destroyers. OSN will place sub-supply contracts with its parent companies in the coming weeks. Fincantieri’s share will be approximately €1.8 billion, including about €800 million in options, while Leonardo’s portion will be approximately €1.7 billion, including about €480 million in options. Fincantieri will act as the system integrator, while Leonardo will develop the combat system. DDX Destroyer Specifications Each DDX destroyer will be 180 metres long, have a displacement of 13,500 tonnes, a range of 4,000 nautical miles and accommodate 251 crew members. The first ship is scheduled for delivery in 2033, with the second planned for 2035. The ships are being designed for complex maritime operations, with high levels of digitalisation, automation and integration between sensors, weapons, command-and-control systems and platform-management systems. The combat architecture is also designed to support interoperability and information sharing with multinational forces. Planned platform innovations include a DC power sub-network with energy storage, an integrated stabilisation and steering system, new methods for calculating thermal and electrical balances, and further development of the Ship Management System. Navis Sapiens Digital Architecture Fincantieri is developing the ships under its Navis Sapiens concept. The digital architecture will collect and correlate data from onboard systems to support operational decisions, technical management and through-life support. The open and scalable architecture is designed to support future upgrades. The ships will also connect with shore facilities through a Fincantieri Digital Ecosystem, linking them with a Digital Naval Base for data sharing, predictive maintenance and digital logistics support. At 15 knots, the ships will be able to manage unmanned underwater and surface assets through their digital backbone while optimising propulsion and electrical consumption. Air and Missile Defence Leonardo’s combat system will be centred on the new-generation SADOC 5 C5I system. The ships will also feature a high-power, fully digital S-band AESA radar and an MBDA weapon system. These systems are intended to provide Integrated Air and Missile Defence (IAMD) against missile, ballistic and hypersonic threats. The combat architecture is also being developed for multi-domain interoperability linked to Leonardo’s Michelangelo project. Fincantieri CEO and General Manager Pierroberto Folgiero, Leonardo CEO and General Manager Lorenzo Mariani, and OSN CEO Giovanni Sorrentino highlighted the programme’s importance for Italy’s naval capabilities, industrial supply chain, technological development and cooperation between Italian industry, the Italian Navy and OCCAR. The sub-supply agreements between OSN and its parent companies are classified as related-party transactions of greater significance and are being handled under the applicable regulatory procedures and exemptions for jointly controlled subsidiaries. The DDX programme will now move forward with the development and production of the two destroyers, with deliveries planned for 2033 and 2035.
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-24 17:33:56
Space & Technology
BEIJING — China’s secretive reusable spaceplane has released and recaptured the same small satellite twice during its current mission, according to orbital tracking data analyzed by astrophysicist Jonathan McDowell. McDowell published a timeline on September 23 using data from the U.S. Space Force tracking network. The spaceplane, unofficially known as Shenlong, is on its fourth mission after launching on February 6, 2026, aboard a Long March 2F rocket from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwestern China. Repeated Satellite Operations The satellite involved is cataloged by the U.S. military as 2026-024H. The tracked sequence was: June 21: Shenlong released the satellite. July 12: The spaceplane approached and recaptured it. Analysts believe an onboard robotic arm may have been used. Late August: Shenlong released the same satellite again and moved several thousand kilometers away. September 10: The spaceplane began another rendezvous and closed the distance to the satellite. September 13: Shenlong recaptured the satellite for the second time. Commercial tracking company LeoLabs detected the satellite near Shenlong on June 22 and assessed with high confidence that it had been released from the spaceplane. During the September operation, U.S. tracking systems briefly recorded what appeared to be another object. McDowell assessed that it was likely a duplicate tracking entry for the same satellite rather than a new spacecraft. RPO Capabilities The maneuvers are part of rendezvous and proximity operations (RPO), which involve a spacecraft approaching and operating near another object in orbit. RPO capabilities can support civilian activities such as satellite inspection, servicing and repair. The same technology can also allow a spacecraft to approach, inspect or physically interact with another satellite, making such operations closely monitored by military analysts. Shenlong has demonstrated similar activities before. Comparable release-and-recovery operations were observed during its second mission from August 2022 to May 2023 and its third mission from December 2023 to September 2024. Shenlong and the X-37B China has not officially released detailed technical specifications, mission objectives or the formal name of the spaceplane program. The name Shenlong, meaning “Divine Dragon,” is an unofficial designation used by external observers. The spacecraft launches vertically on a rocket and returns by landing horizontally on a runway. This has led to comparisons with the U.S. Space Force’s X-37B, whose missions are also largely classified. However, their publicly observed orbital activities differ. The Secure World Foundation has noted that the X-37B has not been observed conducting rendezvous operations with another object during its public missions and generally operates at different orbital altitudes from many active satellites. Earlier Shenlong missions lasted two days in 2020, 276 days during its second mission and 266 days during its third mission. The current mission remains underway. Earlier flights have been associated with a runway at Lop Nur in northwestern China. According to the Secure World Foundation, China has not registered the Shenlong missions or their released objects with the United Nations under the Registration Convention. Independent tracking networks therefore remain the main public source of information about the classified spaceplane and its activities in orbit. Main Source : defence-blog
Read More → Posted on 2026-09-24 17:29:23Search
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