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F-35B conducts flight test with British SPEAR mini-cruise missile - Breaking Defense

F-35B Reaches First Flight-Test Milestone With Britain’s SPEAR 3 Missile

An F-35B has conducted its first flight test carrying four SPEAR 3 miniature cruise missiles, a delayed but important step toward adding a new standoff strike option to the UK’s stealth fighter fleet.

Key Takeaways

An F-35B has completed its first flight test carrying four SPEAR 3 missiles.
The milestone comes after years of delay caused by technical troubles.

DT Editorial Team·May 22, 2026·via breakingdefense.com

Safran and MBDA say French long-range rocket system could be ready by 2029

After a first test firing in April, Safran and MBDA say their Thundart munition could support operational French rocket-artillery deliveries as early as 2029.

Key Takeaways

Safran and MBDA say they test-fired the first Thundart munition on April 14.
The current munition has a stated range of 150 kilometers.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 30, 2026·via defensenews.com