Global for Friday, May 16, 2025

• Army targets 2028 to deliver future assault aircraft to soldiers
• Pentagon silent, aviation experts baffled by Trump’s fighter comments
• Army halts tactical UAS competition without clear plan forward
• Denmark receives four more F-35s; half of fleet now home after delays
• Amid demand for satellite support, Space Force leans on commercial
• What’s wrong with Trump accepting a 747 from Qatar? Everything.
• New US Army helo engine lifts off, but may be headed for cancellation
• Canada faces dense defense-acquisition docket as F-35 review looms