The Ultraforce 380-HDc has been on display at Farnborough. (Photo: Author)
Teledyne FLIR has unveiled an International Traffic in Arms Regulations-free (ITAR-free) version of its Star SAFIRE long-range airborne HD imaging system at Farnborough International Airshow (FIA).
Company officials described the new Ultraforce 380-HDc as having “substantially the same capability” as the ITAR Star SAFIRE with applications for defence forces unable to achieve an ITAR waiver or security and emergency services.
The system is designed for use under crewed fixed-wing or rotary aircraft or large UAS. It weighs 29.5kg and has dimensions of 37.8cm diameter and 37.1cm high.
Speaking to Shephard at the Farnborough exhibition, an official said the cabling and
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The first representative Eurofighter Typhoon flew in 1994 and entered operational service in 2003. Two decades later the company is working to ensure the platform’s relevance beyond the middle of the century.
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The delivery would mark an end to long delays in the programme with additional aircraft expected through to 2027.
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Under mostly clear skies, a couple of showers and the roar of the newest variant of Boeing’s venerable F-15, there was a lot of talk at Farnborough International Airshow 2024 about how to make supply chains stronger in the face of high demands and a lingering post-Covid pandemic effect.
Greece has signed an offer for 20 F-35 aircraft with an option on 20 more platforms.
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