https://www.shephardmedia.com/author/norbert-neumann/News authored by Norbert Neumannen-gbSun, 24 May 2026 02:38:07 +0000https://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/chinook-helicopter-a-timeless-icon-of-strength-and-versatility-in-modern-aviation/CH-47 Chinook: why the iconic helicopter design is still a heavy-lift contender (updated 2026)Lucy Powellhttps://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/chinook-helicopter-a-timeless-icon-of-strength-and-versatility-in-modern-aviation/Air Warfarehttps://www.shephardmedia.com/media/images/article/ODI-20230704-0232-Ex_TOMAS_EN_POLVO-0768.jpg.iCfDkpPXMWATAA.QSzcRkHiXz.jpgFrom its emergence as a ground-breaking design in the 1950s to its widespread deployment in diverse operations worldwide, the Chinook continues to leave an indelible mark on the aviation landscape. Shephard sums up the helicopter’s latest developments.https://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/gripen-fighter-jet-software-update-moves-faster-than-competitors-says-saab/Gripen fighter jet software update move faster than competitors, says SaabNorbert Neumannhttps://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/gripen-fighter-jet-software-update-moves-faster-than-competitors-says-saab/Air Warfarehttps://www.shephardmedia.com/media/images/article/Gripen_Saab.jpgSaab has touted its rapid software update capabilities for the JAS 39 Gripen, claiming it could deliver updates “in days“ and challenging the generational focus of rivals such as Lockheed Martin.https://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/brasils-first-gripen-f-reaches-final-assembly-line-signalling-looming-delivery-from-saab/Brazil’s first Gripen F reaches final assembly line as delivery edges closerNorbert Neumannhttps://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/brasils-first-gripen-f-reaches-final-assembly-line-signalling-looming-delivery-from-saab/Air Warfarehttps://www.shephardmedia.com/media/images/article/FAB_Gripen_F.jpgA concrete delivery timeline for the first Saab JAS 39F Gripen two-seater for Brazil has yet to be confirmed, but with the fighter now in the final assembly stage and undergoing testing, delivery could come soon.https://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/bae-systems-actively-pursues-up-to-200-eurofighter-typhoon-sales-as-fighter-upgrade-continues/BAE Systems “actively pursues” up to 200 Eurofighter Typhoon sales as fighter upgrade continuesNorbert Neumannhttps://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/bae-systems-actively-pursues-up-to-200-eurofighter-typhoon-sales-as-fighter-upgrade-continues/Air Warfarehttps://www.shephardmedia.com/media/images/article/eurofighter_typhoon_sales_p4e.jpgBAE Systems has been actively seeking potential buyers for Eurofighter Typhoon jets, with Germany and Italy among the countries considering additional purchases. The company remained aware, however, of the importance of enhancing the fighter’s capabilities to ensure relevance into the 2040s and beyond.https://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/turkish-kaan-fighter-conducts-another-test-flight/Turkish Kaan fighter completes second flightNorbert Neumannhttps://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/turkish-kaan-fighter-conducts-another-test-flight/Air Warfarehttps://www.shephardmedia.com/media/images/article/tf-x_kaan_tuskish_fighter.webpTurkey's TF-X Kaan fighter jet has achieved another milestone with its successful second test flight, signalling a steady progress towards its scheduled service entry date.https://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/portugal-wants-f-35s-but-still-no-firm-plan-in-place/Portugal wants F-35s, but has no firm plans in placeNorbert Neumannhttps://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/portugal-wants-f-35s-but-still-no-firm-plan-in-place/Air Warfarehttps://www.shephardmedia.com/media/images/article/F-35_lockheed_martin.webpThe Portuguese Air Force’s leader has outlined the importance of embracing the F-35 to maintain the country's air capabilities despite the absence of a formal procurement plan for the latest Lockheed Martin fighter.https://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/leonardo-and-textron-pitch-m-346n-for-upcoming-us-navy-t-45-replacement/Leonardo and Textron pitch M-346N for upcoming US Navy T-45 replacementNorbert Neumannhttps://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/leonardo-and-textron-pitch-m-346n-for-upcoming-us-navy-t-45-replacement/Air Warfarehttps://www.shephardmedia.com/media/images/article/M346-flying-over-leonardo_textron_ujts_t-45_us_navy.jpgLeonardo and Textron’s joint effort to introduce the M-346N aircraft into the US Navy’s training programme has promised to offer a proven efficient training enterprise as the T-45 replacement.https://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/anduril-and-ga-asi-propel-forward-in-us-air-force-cca-programmes-next-phase/Anduril and GA-ASI propel forward in US Air Force CCA programme’s next phaseNorbert Neumannhttps://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/anduril-and-ga-asi-propel-forward-in-us-air-force-cca-programmes-next-phase/Air Warfarehttps://www.shephardmedia.com/media/images/article/ga-asi-selected-to-build-cca.jpgAnduril and GA-ASI have raced ahead in the Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) initiative, securing contracts with the US Air Force to build production representative flight test platforms.https://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/greece-and-israel-cozy-up-over-rafael-spyder-air-defence-system/Greece and Israel cosy up over Rafael’s Spyder air defence systemNorbert Neumannhttps://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/greece-and-israel-cozy-up-over-rafael-spyder-air-defence-system/Air Warfarehttps://www.shephardmedia.com/media/images/article/spyder_rafael_air_defence_system.pngOngoing discussions between Greece and Israeli arms manufacturer Rafael to acquire Spyder air defence systems underscored the resilience of international business ties despite geopolitical tensions.https://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/general-atomics-mojave-performs-live-fire-tests-amid-push-for-fara-replacement/General Atomics Mojave performs live fire tests amid push for FARA replacementMatty Todhunterhttps://www.shephardmedia.com/news/air-warfare/general-atomics-mojave-performs-live-fire-tests-amid-push-for-fara-replacement/Air Warfarehttps://www.shephardmedia.com/media/images/article/ga-asi-mojave-lights-up-yuma-desert.jpgDuring the test the Mojave showcased its capability to act as a sensor, shooter and sustainer, potentially strengthening General Atomics’ pitch towards a FARA replacement.