The defense show circuit keeps rolling, plus Jimmy Stewart goes to war
Breaking Defense Editor-in-Chief Aaron Mehta looks ahead to a crowded week for the defense industry, with Euronaval underway in Paris and the International Fighter Conference convening in Germany. IFC comes at a particularly interesting moment for European airpower, as questions remain about the continent’s sixth-generation fighter plans and the growing role unmanned aircraft could play alongside future jets.
Then Breaking Defense Multimedia Director Daniel Woolfolk explores actor Jimmy Stewart’s lesser-known military career ahead of the nationwide release of “Jimmy.” The film’s director and Stewart’s daughter discuss his decision to put Hollywood aside to serve during World War II, his later years in the Air Force Reserve and how wartime experiences shaped his return to acting.
The defense industry is preparing for a busy week with the Euronaval event in Paris and the International Fighter Conference in Germany. These events will address critical topics such as Europe's sixth-generation fighter plans and the increasing role of unmanned aircraft. Additionally, actor Jimmy Stewart's military service during World War II is being discussed in relation to an upcoming film release.
- Euronaval event is underway in Paris.
- International Fighter Conference is convening in Germany.
- Discussion on sixth-generation fighter plans in Europe.
- Unmanned aircraft's role alongside future jets is being explored.
- Jimmy Stewart's military career is highlighted in relation to a film release.