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BAE Systems’ APKWS rockets were integrated with standard M151 warheads and Mk66 motors with APKWS precision guidance kits and a proximity fuze, enabling them to engage and destroy drones

Rostec United Engine Corporation’s tests of the second prototype PD-8 engine core confirmed correct operation of components, required temperature and pressure parameters, and compliance with environmental standards

The flights showcased the General Atomics Aeronautical Systems SeaGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft’s maritime intelligence, surveillance & reconnaissance, detect & avoid system, endurance, and interoperability with NATO partners

Northrop Grumman will deliver a design of a prototype sensor – including airborne and ground components – with open standards-based hardware and software architecture that can be scaled and configured for manned and unmanned aircraft

General Atomics and the U.S. Army will integrate Modular Open Systems Approach on the Gray Eagle UAS to enable rapid integration of advanced payloads, communication equipment, and artificial intelligence & machine learning capabilities

Boeing has received accreditation to provide phase maintenance for Royal Netherlands Air Force CH-47D Chinooks, including regular tip-to-tail inspections that cover components and tubing, the airframe, engines and rotor blades

With its unique Ku-band phased array and radar data processing technology, Numerica Corporation's Spyglass radar enables high precision detection and tracking of small UAS in a compact form factor

The Hypersonic Air-breathing Weapon Concept was carried under the wing of an aircraft before it was released and a solid rocket motor boosted it to supersonic speeds, where the scramjet engine accelerated it to reach hypersonic flight

The agreement will see CAE provide maintenance training devices, courseware, interactive multimedia instruction, and procedural training solutions for Bell Textron’s Future Vertical Lift family of systems

Arnold Defense’s FLETCHER development program will include the development, integration and testing of optical pointing for when laser designation is unavailable and digital fire control systems to increase operability, functionality and operational capability

Block III is the most advanced version of the Boeing Super Hornet, giving the Navy the most networked and survivable F/A-18 built with a technology insertion plan that aims to outpace future threats