Air Warfare

Japan and South Korea upgrade F-15 fighters to keep them relevant

Japan and South Korea plan major enhancements to their F-15 programmes.

Industrial benefit or political distraction? Navigating the final assembly line

Using the example of the F-35, does rolling out a domestic final assembly line make economic or industrial sense for countries wanting to purchase new aircraft?

Analysis: Is the C-5 Galaxy in it for the long-haul?

What are the realistic options for replacing or replicating the C-5’s unique capability when it finally reaches its end of life?

Israel’s Elbit Systems riding high and reports almost a billion dollars in orders to close 2024

Elbit Systems has signed another US$967 million in orders in the past three months after reporting its land revenues increased by 24% for 3Q2024 compared to 3Q 2023 thanks to increasing ammunition and munition sales in Israel.

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General Atomics Aeronautical – Taking Information Dominance to the Next Level

With Every New RPA Innovation, General Atomics Aeronautical Pushes the Boundaries of the Possible to Make the World Safer and More Secure.

Air Warfare

Disrupting enemy command and control (Sponsored Video)

With a multi-million dollar expansion in support of electronic warfare, BAE Systems is driving unparalleled enhancements to the EC-37B. Integrating our innovative Compass Call mission system into the platform enables warfighters to combat advanced threats and support special missions.

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Defence Helicopter

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 …
Defence Helicopter

Work begins on advanced naval anti-ship missile

10th September 2009

The UK and French governments have announced the start of a joint Assessment Phase to develop systems and technologies for a new helicopter-launched anti-surface missile. …
Defence Helicopter

Helicopter Support activates contractor support site for Light Utility Helicopters

10th September 2009

Sikorsky Aerospace Services announced today its Helicopter Support Inc. (HSI) business unit has begun operating a new contractor logistics support site here for Light Utility …
Defence Helicopter

Kaman Corporation Awarded $53 Million Composites Contract From Bell Helicopter

10th September 2009

Kaman Corporation announced that the Helicopters Division of its subsidiary, Kaman Aerospace Corporation has been awarded a five-year contract with a potential value of $53 …
Defence Helicopter

French Air Force carry out long range helicopter evacuation

10th September 2009

The crew of a French Air Force Super Puma have carried out a long-range medical evacuation flight from a Pacific atoll. The crew based at …
Defence Helicopter

UK MOD orders BAE Systems Q-Sight

9th September 2009

The UK Ministry of Defence has placed the first order for a new generation of helmet-mounted displays developed by BAE Systems. The Royal Navy will …
Defence Helicopter

DSEi 09: AW149 to fly in 2010

9th September 2009

AgustaWestland is set to fly its first prototype AW149 at the beginning of 2010.? Development of the new eight-tonne battlefield support helicopter has been ongoing …
Uncrewed Vehicles

Turkish Aerospace Industries Selects VISTAGY FiberSIM Software to Accelerate UAV Development Program

9th September 2009

VISTAGY has announced that Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) has purchased FiberSIM software to streamline the design-to-manufacturing process of complex composite parts for the Turkish Indigenous …
Defence Helicopter

Last flight for Alouette II in the Belgian Defence Force

7th September 2009

The last Alouette II in service with the Belgian Defence Forces will fly for the last time this week. A special ceremony will be held …
Defence Helicopter

General Dynamics UK selects SPARK language for major new Royal Navy helicopter project

7th September 2009

Praxis has today announced that General Dynamics UK has selected Praxis’ SPARK language as part of its £6 million contract to develop the safety-critical Stores …
Defence Helicopter

Afghanistan-bound HMLA-367 to bring new Huey to the fight

7th September 2009

Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 367 “Scarface” wrapped up their final week of Enhanced Mojave Viper Aug. 26 as they prepare to take the Bell …
Uncrewed Vehicles

Australia confirmed as MDA's second customer for ISR services

7th September 2009

The Royal Australian Air Force has been confirmed as the mystery second party contracting for endurance unmanned air system (UAS) services in Afghanistan by MacDonald, …
Defence Helicopter

Mesa Verde Gets First Experience with Osprey

4th September 2009

Members of USS Mesa Verde's (LPD 19) flight deck team had their first opportunity to provide support for an MV-22 Osprey during helicopter operations Aug. …
Uncrewed Vehicles

Kaman Corporation Receives US Marine Corps Contract to Demonstrate Unmanned Cargo Delivery

4th September 2009

Kaman Corporation announced that the Helicopters Division of its subsidiary, Kaman Aerospace Corporation has received an $864,000 contract from the US Marine Corps on behalf …
Defence Helicopter

L-3 WESCAM to display MX-10 at Helitech 2009

4th September 2009

L-3 WESCAM, a wholly owned subsidiary of L-3 Communications, announced today that its MX-10 EO/IR turret will be on display at Chalet 10 at the …
Defence Helicopter

Italian AB-212s complete 1,500 hours in Afghanistan

3rd September 2009

Agusta-Bell AB-212s of the Italian Air Force have passed the milestone 1,500 flying hours on coalition operations in Afghanistan. The aircraft from 21° Gruppo fly …
Defence Helicopter

Heads Up Technologies delivers Aural Warning Generator for the Sikorsky H-92 Helicopter

3rd September 2009

Heads Up Technologies has developed and qualified the Aural Warning Generator (AWG) for the Sikorsky H-92 helicopter that is under development in support of the …
Defence Helicopter

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 …
Defence Helicopter

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 …