Israel Aerospace Industries
Coverage of Israel Aerospace Industries in the Nexus archive.
- Israel is readying its combat-proven Arrow system for future missile wars with next-generation interceptors
Israel is advancing its Arrow missile defense system with Arrow 4 nearing serial production and Arrow 5 in development, both incorporating artificial intelligence. The system, a joint effort with Boeing and the US Missile Defense Agency, aims to enhance Israel's ballistic missile defense capabilities against threats like Iran.
- Emirates cargo conversion takes flight
Emirates SkyCargo operated the first commercial flight of a Boeing 777-300 passenger-to-freighter conversion, carrying over 100 tons of freight from Hong Kong to Dubai. The conversion, done by Israel Aerospace Industries, aims to boost cargo capacity and fleet longevity, with more conversions planned. Gulf carriers like Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways are expanding cargo operations due to high demand and long aircraft delivery backlogs.
- Germany expands its exoatmospheric missile shield with second Arrow-3 deployment
Germany is expanding its exoatmospheric missile shield with a second Arrow-3 deployment in Bavaria, complementing an existing battery near Berlin. The new site in Kaufbeuren will include radar infrastructure, while launchers will be stationed at Fliegerhorst Lechfeld. The expansion, part of a broader procurement effort with Israel, aims to enhance Germany’s ability to detect and intercept ballistic missiles above 100 kilometers.
- Israel Readies Sale of Stakes in State Defense Firms by Year-End
Israel is preparing to sell its stakes in state-owned defense companies by the end of the year. The Israel Aerospace Industries participated in the Association of the US Army Defense Show in Washington, highlighting its presence in defense sectors.