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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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More than 30 helicopters on show in the static display at Helitech 2009

3rd September 2009

Helitech is fielding one of its largest ever displays of static helicopters this year. No less than 32 helicopters will be on show outside the …
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TopOwl proving itself

3rd September 2009

TopOwl, the Helmet Mounted Sight Display from Thales, is confirmed as the main advanced mission and piloting equipment available to date, combat proven onboard transport …
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First Swedish A109 lands on the Visby

2nd September 2009

The Swedish Navy has completed the first landing of its A109 naval helicopter on the Visby-class Corvette. The first A109E - Swedish designation Hkp 15 …
Uncrewed Vehicles

Northrop Grumman's Hunter Unmanned Air System Successfully Complete GPS-guided Viper Strike Testing

2nd September 2009

Northrop Grumman Corporation's Hunter Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS), in use with the US Army since 1996, has successfully completed testing of the new GPS-guided Viper …
Uncrewed Vehicles

iRobot receives order from the US Army for $35.3 Million

2nd September 2009

iRobot today announced that it received an order for $35.3 million from the US Army TACOM Contracting Center in Warren, Mich. This order falls under …
Uncrewed Vehicles

G-NIUS, Elbit Systems and IAI JV, to develop Next-Generation UGV for the Israeli Defense Forces

2nd September 2009

G-NIUS Unmanned Ground Systems (UGS) Ltd., a joint venture of Elbit Systems and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), announced today that it was awarded a contract …
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Final Assembly for S-70i Black Hawk Helicopter Begins at PZL Mielec

1st September 2009

PZL Mielec, a Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. company in Poland, has begun final assembly of the first S-70i Black Hawk helicopter. The production marks the beginning …
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Sikorsky Aerospace Services Hosts International Sea King Maintenance Symposium

1st September 2009

The 50th anniversary of the legendary S-61 helicopter will be celebrated during the 12th annual International Sea King Maintenance Symposium, kicking off today at the …
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US Army demos VUIT-2 software integration on Kiowa Warrior

1st September 2009

The US Army’s aviation directorate says that it has now carried out initial software integration for the video from unmanned aircraft systems for interoperability teaming …
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Coastguard winch operator celebrates 40 years of saving lives

1st September 2009

Kieran Murray, celebrates 40 years in total of Search and Rescue this month at his home base of Shetland. Senior winch operator Murray joined Bristows …
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Seven nations eyeing ex-RAN SH-2G(I) says Kaman

1st September 2009

Kaman says it does not expect to see a sale of former Australian SH-2G(I) Super Sea Sprite helicopters for at least another 12 months but …
Uncrewed Vehicles

UAV flies with heavy fuel motor

1st September 2009

At 12.30pm on 31 Aug 2009 a Nostromo Defensa S.A. Yarara completed its maiden flight powered by a Cubewano Ltd Sonic 35 Heavy Fuel motor. …
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Marine Wing Support Squadron 371 Builds One of the Largest Marine Corps Airfields

1st September 2009

Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron-371 have been working diligently on the expansion of Camp Bastion airfield. Once finished, it will be one of the …
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Marine Corps squadrons train at Combat Center for upcoming deployment

1st September 2009

Two Marine Corps aviation units combined forces at the Combat Center’s Prospect training area to prepare for their deployments later this year. Marine Wing Support …
Uncrewed Vehicles

Oshkosh Defense to Demonstrate Advanced Unmanned Ground Vehicle Technology at US Army Robotics Rodeo

31st August 2009

Oshkosh Defense, a division of Oshkosh Corporation, will demonstrate the latest in unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) technology at the U.S. Army Tank Automotive Research, Development …
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Second British Chinook helicopter deliberately destroyed in Afghanistan

30th August 2009

A British Chinook helicopter was deliberately destroyed by ISAF Forces at 1605 local time having sustained damage on landing approximately 10km East of Sangin at …
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CAE awarded military contracts valued at more than C$100 million

28th August 2009

CAE has announced a series of military contracts with prime contractors and other military customers valued at more than C$100 million. Key customers include Eurocopter, …
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New EO/IR capability featured on latest MH-60T delivery

28th August 2009

On August 13, 2009, the Coast Guard Acquisition Directorate’s HH-60 Conversion and Sustainment Project, in conjunction with the Coast Guard Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) at …
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Setback in the Sand-Mishap Aircraft Returns to Service

28th August 2009

The H-60 Strategic Business Team (SBT) at Fleet Readiness Center Southeast (FRCSE) knows they are a critical component of a global Navy that is forward …