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US services test Raytheon ASTARTE AI-enabled software system

The solution was evaluated by the US Army and Air Force during the Project Convergence Capstone 5.

Axe swings on US Army procurements

The US Army was undergoing a large refresh of its land vehicles but this seems to have come to a whiplash stop. Procurements have been reduced, legacy vehicles and systems are on the chopping block and even the number of Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTVs) is under threat.

Air Warfare

Will Canada and Latin America seek new sources for combat aircraft?

US-made combat aircraft are being passed over in favour of European types, as Latin America and Canada question their ageing fleet replacement choices.

Defence Notes

Why is the defence market “exploding exponentially” for autonomous targeting capabilities?

Solutions that identify, engage and destroy targets with minimal or no human intervention are becoming critical on tomorrow’s battlefield.

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PARIS 2009: The Caracal's new line of defence

15th June 2009

Crews flying the EC725 Caracal in Afghanistan have long-desired a new heavier self-defence weapon deter ground fire. Since the type began flying in Afghanistan more …
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PARIS 2009: Bell Boeing V-22: Affordability Issues Made Worse by Economic Crisis for Foreign Buyers

15th June 2009

The economic crisis has done nothing to assist international sales of the V-22. According to Bob Fitzpatrick, senior VP business development and commercial programmes, there …
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PARIS 2009: Boeing's CEO Albaugh Says Rotorcraft R&D Needs Investment Focus

15th June 2009

With Boeing’s IDS business expecting to generate $33-34 billion in revenue during 2009, Jim Albaugh president and chief executive officer of Integrated Defence System (IDS) …
Uncrewed Vehicles

Raytheon's KillerBee UAS tests new data link

15th June 2009

Raytheon Co has tested a miniature common data link that enables the KillerBee unmanned aircraft system to operate on an open network architecture. 'With a …
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Latest variant of AW101 makes Paris debut

15th June 2009

The latest variant of the AgustaWestland AW101 medium lift helicopter is making its debut at the Paris Air Show. The latest variant of the AW101 …
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L-3 WESCAM launches MX-10 EO/IR imaging turret

15th June 2009

L-3 WESCAM announced today the launch of its MX-10 EO/IR turret. The flight-proven MX-10 incorporates the company’s multi-spectral MX-series technology into a smaller turret to …
Uncrewed Vehicles

DGA to procure 3 next-generation SDTI UAVs for French Army

15th June 2009

As part of the Economic Recovery plan, the DGA (French defence procurement agency) has initiated the procurement of three next generation unmanned aerial vehicles. These new UAVs …
Uncrewed Vehicles

Rockwell Collins flight controls selected for SnowGoose UAV

15th June 2009

Mist Mobility Integrated Systems Technology (MMIST) has selected Rockwell Collins to provide its Athena 411 flight control and navigation system for the CQ-10A SnowGoose unmanned …
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Bell Boeing team awarded contract for next phase of V-22 Osprey support

15th June 2009

The Bell Boeing Programme Office announced today that it has been awarded phase 1.5 of a two-phase joint performance based logistics (PBL) contract from the …
Uncrewed Vehicles

PARIS 2009: Boeing forms UAS division

15th June 2009

The president and CEO of Boeing Integrated Defense Systems (IDS), Jim Albaugh, announced today that the company was creating a UAS division within its military …
Uncrewed Vehicles

PARIS 2009: Northrop Grumman develops cargo UAV

15th June 2009

Northrop Grumman has completed wind tunnel testing of a demonstration cargo carrying UAV that it hopes to offer as a future logistics capability. Speaking at …
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DCMA approves Bell Helicopter EVMS certification

15th June 2009

Bell Helicopter today announced that its Earned Value Management System has been approved by the Defense Contract Management Agency. 'Approval of our certification is the …
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Elbit Systems introduces TARGO helmet-mounted avionics

15th June 2009

Elbit Systems recently unveiled its TARGO helmet-mounted avionics (HMA) technology. TARGO offers new and wider markets access to advanced helmet-mounted technologies. It is showcased at …
Uncrewed Vehicles

Elbit Systems unveils Hermes 90 UAS

15th June 2009

During the Paris Air Show Elbit Systems Ltd unveiled its new UAV system Hermes 90, which draws on the rich experience and performance-proven capabilities of …
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Eurocopter and ATE team up on Stand-alone Weapon System for Helicopters

15th June 2009

Eurocopter and French airborne systems integrator, ATE, have teamed up to design, develop, manufacture and sustain a modern, Stand-Alone Weapon System (SAWS) for any of …
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FLIR Systems announces second-generation Star SAFIRE HD at Paris Air Show

15th June 2009

FLIR Systems marked the 100th anniversary of the Paris Air Show by announcing the second-generation Star SAFIRE HD. The Star SAFIRE HD is the world's …
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Sikorsky Armed Black Hawk (ABH) Demonstrator Completes Weapons Test Phase

15th June 2009

Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. and Elbit Systems announced today successful completion of the test phase for the Armed Black Hawk (ABH) demonstrator helicopter, also known as …
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Sikorsky Global Helicopters to Deliver First Two S-434 Military Helicopters

15th June 2009

Sikorsky Global Helicopters today announced preparations for delivery of the first two military S-434 helicopters to the Saudi Ministry of Interior (MOI). These two aircraft …
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Sikorsky Aerospace Services Introduces SAS Avionics Center of Excellence

15th June 2009

Sikorsky Aerospace Services announced today that it has opened a rotary and fixed wing Avionics Center of Excellence at its Derco Aerospace campus in Milwaukee, …