Saudi Arabia Buys C-27J MPA With Weapons Capability From Leonardo
Saudi Arabia has ordered four C-27J Maritime Patrol Aircraft from Leonardo, marking the first time the MPA variant has been procured with a maritime weapon system integration capability.
P-3 Orion: A Cold War Hunter Guarding the Seas
This guide explores the P-3 Orion's history, mission set, and enduring influence on modern maritime patrol operations before the era of drones and networked sensors.
Germany Accepts First P-8A Poseidon From Boeing
Germany has taken delivery of its first of eight P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft to replace the navy’s aging P-3C Orion fleet.
Singapore Orders Four P-8A Poseidons to Strengthen Maritime, Anti-Submarine Capabilities
Singapore has confirmed the acquisition of four Boeing P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft to replace its fleet of aging Fokker 50s, which have been in service since the 1990s.
New Zealand Begins Construction of Poseidon Aircraft Training Simulator
New Zealand’s Defence Force has started the construction of a P-8A Poseidon aircraft training simulator at Ōhakea base on the North Island.
Singapore Eyes More Sea, Air, Land Military Assets Amid ‘Turbulent Times’
The Singapore Armed Forces plans to procure two new submarines and introduce a counter-drone military vehicle, maritime patrol aircraft, and other defense assets.
Lockheed Martin Delivers 18th Combat King II Airframe to US Coast Guard
The US Coast Guard has received the 18th airframe to be modified into an HC-130J Combat King II aircraft from Lockheed Martin as part of the service’s airborne long-range surveillance fleet modernization program.
Huge Potential for Saudi Arabia to Buy MQ-9B Drones: General Atomics Exec
Saudi Arabia has reportedly expressed interest in purchasing General Atomics’ MQ-9B SeaGuardian unmanned aerial systems (UAS).
Boeing Rolls Out First P-8A Poseidon for Germany
American aircraft manufacturer Boeing has unveiled Germany’s first out of eight ordered P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) at its Seattle facility.
Airbus to Conduct Study on France’s Future ‘Flying Frigate’
France has contracted Airbus Defence and Space to conduct a risk-assessment study of the A321 MPA, the country's future maritime patrol aircraft.
French Navy Albatros Maritime Patrol Aircraft Conducts Maiden Flight
The French Navy has performed the initial flight of its Falcon 2000LXS Albatros maritime surveillance and intervention aircraft at the Bordeaux-Mérignac airport.
French Patrol Aircraft Threatened by Russian Military: Minister
A French maritime patrol aircraft was the object of an "intimidation attempt" this week by the Russian military over the Baltic Sea, France said Friday, calling the incident "unacceptable."
Boeing Secures $1.7B US Navy Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft Deal
Boeing has received a $1.7-billion contract to produce and modify P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft for the US Navy.
Italian Coast Guard Purchases ATR 42 Maritime Patrol Aircraft From Leonardo
Leonardo has received a contract to deliver a Multirole Maritime Patrol aircraft based on the ATR 42-600 commercial system for the Italian Coast Guard.
Airbus A321MPA Clinches France’s Maritime Patrol Aircraft Competition
The French Ministry of Armed Forces has reportedly selected the Airbus A321MPA (maritime patrol aircraft) as the winner of the French Navy’s future maritime patrol aircraft program.
