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Singapore’s DSTA and Sweden’s FMV to collaborate on land systems

New agreement between Singapore’s DSTA and Sweden’s FMV signals deepening cooperation on land systems, with potential focus on counter-UAS and mobile air defence solutions.

Company formed to lead Franco-German main battle tank replacement

Launched at the initiative of the French and German governments, the Main Ground Combat System (MGCS) project aims to replace the German Leopard 2 and French Leclerc main battle tanks with a multi-platform ground combat system by 2040.

Land Warfare

British Army defeats swarm with Thales radio frequency anti-drone system

Developed by a Thales UK-led industry consortium, the demonstrator has been designed to explore the potential of radiofrequency weapons for the UK Armed Forces and is being trialled by the British Army.

Air Warfare

UK MoD unveils first steps for British Army Watchkeeper replacement

Project Corvus will look for a replacement for the Watchkeeper Mk1 uncrewed aerial system (UAS) that was retired from service in the British Army in March 2025.

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Helitech draws the crowds

23rd September 2009

The first morning of Helitech 2009 saw more than 1,500 visitors streaming into the show, which is taking place at the Imperial War Museum at …
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Sikorsky Aircraft Recognises CHC and MCA with Rescue Award for Spectacular 2008 Rescue with SAR S-92 Helicopter

23rd September 2009

Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. today presented its Winged S Rescue Award to a UK helicopter rescue crew and the base it operates from in recognition of …
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Sikorsky Aircraft Celebrates Donation of MH-53 Pave Low to Royal Air Force Museum

22nd September 2009

Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. and the Royal Air Force today at Helitech celebrated the donation of an MH-53 Pave Low helicopter to the RAF Museum. The …
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S-92 Helicopter Operated by UK Search and Rescue Reaches 500-Mission Milestone

22nd September 2009

The Search and Rescue (SAR) S-92 helicopter fleet operating in the United Kingdom has exceeded the operational milestone of 500 missions. As of mid-August 2009, …
Uncrewed Vehicles

AAI Flies Shadow at Opening of US Army Unmanned Aircraft System Rapid Integration and Acceptance Center

22nd September 2009

AAI Corporation announced today that it has flown its Shadow Tactical Unmanned Aircraft System in honor of the official opening of the U.S. Army Unmanned …
Uncrewed Vehicles

US Navy seeks UMV sources

21st September 2009

The US Navy's Unmanned Maritime Vehicle Systems Program Office (PMS403) has just released a ‘sources sought’ announcement for a market survey ‘to determine the potential …
Uncrewed Vehicles

Chinese Peoples Liberation Army to display new UAV

21st September 2009

Elements of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) are expected to reveal at least one new UAV during the upcoming 1 October military parade celebrating …
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Norwegian Lynx reach 50,000 hours

18th September 2009

Lynx helicopters of the Norwegian Defence Forces have reached an impressive 50,000 flying hours milestone. The milestone was achieved on Wednesday, September 16, when two …
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French host CSAR training exercise

18th September 2009

CSAR units from across Europe have gathered at Cazaux airbase in South West France for a Combined Joint Personnel Recovery Standardisation Course. The CSAR race …
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First Upgraded British Army Lynx Flies With New Engines

16th September 2009

AgustaWestland has announced the successful first flight of the British Army's first Lynx AH Mk.9A fitted with more powerful CTS800 engines, just 10 months after …
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IAF Dhruv's first ever Recorded Rescue Mission at unprecedented heights

15th September 2009

On 13 September 09 the Delhi-based Western Air Command was requested for an air evacuation of 19 members of an Army Mountaineering Expedition to Pin …
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Osan air mobility squadron aids in helicopter swap out

15th September 2009

Airmen from the 731st Air Mobility Squadron and Soldiers from the 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade worked side by side on the Osan Air Base flightline …
Uncrewed Vehicles

AAI Shadow Tactical Unmanned Aircraft System Named to C4ISR Journal's Big 25 Technologies

15th September 2009

AAI Corporation announced today that its Shadow Tactical Unmanned Aircraft System (TUAS) has been named one of the “Big 25” technologies of 2009 by C4ISR …
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Eurocopter EC225 is most adapted Contender for SAR-H Programme in the United Kingdom

12th September 2009

Like no other helicopter in its class, the EC225 and its military variant, the EC725, fuses commercial standards with military capabilities. The EC725/225 is in …
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TALON Laser-Guided Rocket Team Completes First Guided Test Flights

11th September 2009

Raytheon Company and Emirates Advanced Investments (EAI) completed the first guided test flights of the TALON Laser-Guided Rocket. The TALON LGR rounds hit a 1.5 …
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Northrop Grumman and Selex Galileo Team to Compete for US Army's Common Infrared Countermeasures Program

11th September 2009

Northrop Grumman Corporation today announced the formation of a strategic alliance with SELEX Galileo, a Finmeccanica company, to compete for the US Army's Common Infrared …
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New guns for French Cougars and Caracals

11th September 2009

French Minister for Defence, Herve Morin has announced an order for new door guns to equip the French Air Force and Army fleets of Cougar …
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Lockheed Martin and Terma sign Memorandum of Understanding for the maritime helicopter opportunity in Denmark

11th September 2009

Lockheed Martin and Danish aerospace and defense company Terma A/S today announced that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore opportunities associated with …
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FASGW(H) / ANL Joint assessment phase

11th September 2009

MBDA welcomes the announcement by the United Kingdom and France of the Joint Assessment Phase to develop a common solution for the next generation of …