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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Northrop Grumman Wins $697 Million Marine Corps Expeditionary Radar Sustainment Contract
Executive Summary: Northrop Grumman has secured a potential $697 million Marine Corps…
U.S. Approves $236 Million Joint Strike Missile Sale To Boost Belgium’s F-35A Fleet
Belgium is moving to expand the combat reach of its future F-35A…
Helsing And OHB Move To Build European Space Reconnaissance Network As Demand For Sovereign ISR Grows
Europe’s push for independent defense surveillance capabilities is accelerating as Helsing and…
Pentagon Races To Replace $2.6 Billion In Aircraft Lost During Operation Epic Fury As Congress Demands Full Accounting
Executive Summary: A Congressional Research Service report dated May 13, 2026, formally…
UK Moves To Fund GCAP Fighter As Pressure Builds To Keep 2035 Sixth-Generation Jet On Track
The UK is accelerating investment in its future combat air system as…
Germany Expands Joint Strike Missile Procurement For F-35A Fleet Integration
Executive Summary: Germany has expanded its procurement of the Joint Strike Missile…
Northrop Grumman Secures $398 Million Deal For Protected Tactical SATCOM Prototype
Executive Summary: The U.S. Space Force has awarded Northrop Grumman a $398…
U.S. Air Force Expands MQ-9 Reaper Strike Capability With GBU-39B Small Diameter Bomb Integration
Executive Summary: The U.S. Air Force has expanded the combat capability of…
World Wide Technology Secures $40 Million Air Force Deal For AI-Driven Cyber Defense
Executive Summary: World Wide Technology has secured a $40 million U.S. Air…
C2 Defense Secures $97.8 Million U.S. Army Contract for Unified Communications Interoperability
Executive Summary: The U.S. Army has awarded Savannah-based C2 Defense Inc. a $97.8…