Japan’s First Dedicated Missile Defense Warship Is A Monster
Japan's inaugural air-defense destroyer recently received its main radar system installation, enhancing the nation's naval air defense capabilities.
August 31, 2026
5 GA Aircraft Intercepted for Violating Presidential TFR
NORAD intercepted five general aviation aircraft that violated a presidential temporary flight restriction, reminding pilots to review NOTAMs before departing.
'No guts, no glory': How I captured NASA's Roman Space Telescope cross the sun on a picture-perfect SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch
NASA's Roman Space Telescope successfully launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, with the telescope passing in front of the sun during ascent.
Brian Rohloff begins tenure as Textron Aviation president & CEO
Brian Rohloff has taken over as president and CEO of Textron Aviation, a major general aviation aircraft manufacturer.
Zuri unveils its first product: a hybrid uncrewed cargo VTOL
Zuri has introduced its first product, a hybrid-electric unmanned cargo tiltrotor aircraft designed for both civil and defense applications.
Garmin SmartCharts now available in Canada and Mexico
Garmin expanded its SmartCharts navigation tool to Garmin Pilot Premium subscribers in Canada and Mexico.
Thousands of Flight Hours Without a Single Failure
Volz Servos and Kraus Hamdani are expanding their partnership focused on unmanned aircraft systems, building on significant operational experience.
A2Z Drone Delivery Launches New Longtail Dual
A2Z Drone Delivery has launched its new Longtail Dual commercial unmanned aerial vehicle, expanding its commercial drone delivery platform capabilities.
Terra Drone Begins Development of C-UAS System to Protect Critical Infrastructure in Peacetime
Terra Drone is developing a counter-UAS system leveraging defense-sector autonomous flight technology to protect critical infrastructure such as energy and power facilities.
Skyguide expects a total of 50 layoffs
Skyguide, the Swiss air navigation service provider, plans 50 layoffs as part of its ongoing restructuring program.
FAA Tentatively Approves JetBlue’s Acquisition of Spirit Slots at LaGuardia
The FAA has tentatively approved JetBlue's acquisition of Spirit Airlines' slot assignments at LaGuardia Airport for $58.5 million.
Driver Breaches Airport Fence, Hits Parked Aircraft
A 17-year-old driver breached an airport perimeter fence and struck a parked aircraft and tractor, according to police.
Menzies Aviation Completes $305 Million G2 Secure Staff Integration in Under 12 Months
Menzies Aviation has successfully integrated G2 Secure Staff, a US aviation services provider acquired for $305 million, creating a combined North American operation with approximately 20,000 employees within 12 months.
Picture of the Day: Family Heirloom
A vintage 1948 Beechcraft Bonanza aircraft is highlighted in a general aviation photo submission, showcasing the aircraft's enduring appeal and use among private pilots.
Blackhawk Gives Legacy Turboprops a Second Act at Oshkosh 2026
Blackhawk showcases turboprop aircraft modifications at Oshkosh 2026, demonstrating upgraded performance capabilities for legacy Pilatus PC-12 and TBM 700 aircraft through modernization efforts.
Japan seeks new extended-range missiles in record $55B defense budget request
Japan's record $55 billion defense budget request includes procurement of extended-range missiles, submarine-launched systems, and underwater drone modules to enhance military capabilities.
Fedorov Offers The US A Drone Fleet For Patriot Missiles
Ukraine's former defense minister proposes a drone exchange arrangement with the U.S., offering unmanned aircraft capabilities in return for Patriot air defense missile systems.
Transport Canada to announce important investments at the Wollaston Lake Airport
Transport Canada will announce funding for improvements to Wollaston Lake Airport, focusing on accessibility, reliability, and safety enhancements.
Cleveland Clinic's Drone Pharmacy Runs 20 Deliveries A Week
Cleveland Clinic operates a commercial prescription delivery drone service via Zipline, conducting approximately 20 medical deliveries weekly using four aircraft with infrastructure supporting expanded operations.
Greece inks $3.4B deal for multi-layered Israeli air defense system
Greece has signed a $3.4 billion defense agreement with Israel to acquire a multi-layered air defense system, reflecting deepening military cooperation between the two countries in the Eastern Mediterranean region.
NorthStar and Kepler agree to host space sensors on satellites
Canadian companies NorthStar Earth & Space and Kepler Communications have partnered to deploy orbital tracking sensors on Kepler's satellites, enabling faster deployment of NorthStar's space object surveillance capabilities.
Tulmar Safety Systems Selected for Team Canada Delegation to MSPO 2026
Tulmar Safety Systems has been selected to represent Canada at the 2026 MSPO international defence industry exhibition in Poland, where Canada will serve as the lead nation.
Japan’s ASM-3 Kai Supersonic Cruise Missile May Have An Air-To-Air Capability
Japan's ASM-3 Kai supersonic cruise missile has been designated as an air-to-surface and anti-air weapon, suggesting it may be capable of engaging high-value airborne targets in addition to surface targets.
N.L. police arrest Quebec man for alleged bomb threat at Labrador airport
A Quebec man has been arrested following a bomb threat made at Wabush Airport in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Jets Fly Less Than 50 Feet Over Crowded Stadium, Sparking Online Debate
Military jets performed a low-level flyover at a South African rugby stadium, a practice that has been a longstanding tradition since the 1990s and generated online discussion.
FAA Approves Commercial Flights at Washington Manassas Airport
The FAA has cleared Washington Manassas Airport for commercial flight operations as the facility undergoes major renovations to support scheduled commercial service.
Across six Apollo landings, astronauts left a commonly cited 96 waste bags and containers on the Moon. Researchers have proposed retrieving one—not to clean up, but to discover whether any human microbes survived up to 57 years of lunar radiation, vacuum and extreme temperature swings.
Researchers propose retrieving waste bags left on the Moon during Apollo missions to study whether human microbes survived decades of lunar radiation, vacuum, and extreme temperature variations.
JetZero Adds $100 Million To Push All-Wing Demonstrator Toward Flight
JetZero secures $100 million in funding to advance construction of its Jet1 all-wing demonstrator aircraft and continue development of the planned Z4 blended-wing-body commercial airliner.
What's next for NASA's just-launched Roman Space Telescope?
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has launched and begun its journey; the next phases involve deployment and calibration before commencing its science observations.
NTSB Vice Chair Announces Retirement
The NTSB Vice Chair, former F/A-18 pilot and ex-Textron Aviation safety chief Michael Graham, is retiring after serving on the safety board since 2020.