Daniel Mercer / Defense & Aerospace Analyst
Daniel Mercer is a defense and aerospace analyst at TheDefenseWatch.com covering military aviation, aerospace technology, unmanned systems, air warfare, and defense procurement. His reporting uses official documents, government and military statements, company announcements, and other public sources.
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NORAD Deploys Aircraft to Pituffik Space Base in Greenland for Routine Operations
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) confirmed on January 19, 2026,…
Qatar Unveils Rheinmetall Skynex 35mm Air Defense at DIMDEX 2026 to Counter Drone and Missile Threats
Qatar Highlights Skynex 35mm Air Defense at DIMDEX 2026 Qatar put the…
Canada Submarine Bid: Hanwha Ocean and Babcock Pitch Jobs-Focused Partnership for CPSP
Canada Submarine Project: Hanwha Ocean and Babcock Push Jobs-Centric Bid Hanwha Ocean…
Germany’s TKMS Pushes Multi-Sector Investment to Win $12B Canadian Submarine Deal
TKMS Seeks Investment Package to Strengthen Canada Submarine Bid German warship builder…
UK Withholds Details on Ukraine Multinational Force Plans Amid Ongoing Planning
UK Withholds Details on Ukraine Multinational Force Plans The United Kingdom has…
U.S. Department of War Announces Key General Officer Nominations – January 20, 2026
On January 20, 2026, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced a series…
President Nominates Lt. Gen. James H. Adams III to Lead Defense Intelligence Agency
Lt. Gen. James H. Adams III reappointment was announced today as the…
US Air Force Awards Advanced Concepts Enterprises 31.4 mMillion Dollar mission Readiness Contract
Advanced Concepts Enterprises mission readiness contract awarded by US Air Force Advanced…
UK Signs 205M Pound Contract to Strengthen RAF Typhoon Fleet Support
UK Awards 205M Pound Contract to Support RAF Typhoon Fleet The UK…
US Air Force to Keep Retired F-117 Nighthawk Stealth Jets Flying Until 2034
US Air Force Extends F-117 Nighthawk Operations to 2034 The United States…