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Analysis: UK government goes on decommissioning spree to balance defence budget

UK defence secretary John Healey has announced the cancellation and decommissioning of naval and air force platforms to enable the government to “re-invest money in the armed forces” ahead of the upcoming Strategic Defence Review.

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South Korean defence industry demonstrates its tech prowess

Shephard takes a deep dive into the latest developments in the South Korean defence sector as the country arms itself to deal with current and future threats.

Air Warfare

Northrop Grumman shows off new M230 Chain Gun at AUSA

The development of a dual-feed version of the 30mm M230 LF Chain Gun could allow for rapid selection between different ammunition types for more versatile battlefield engagement.

Air Warfare

Sikorsky given DARPA fund to install autonomy on US Army Black Hawk

The Lockheed Martin company plans to integrate the MATRIX system into the MX helicopter by 2025.

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Eurocopter's market success in Central and Eastern Europe is highlighted at the 2010 ILA Berlin Air Show

3rd June 2010

The contribution of Eurocopter helicopters to improving the homeland security and emergency medical services capabilities of many new Central and Eastern European member countries in …
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Wyle environmental engineers play role in West Coast basing of MV-22 tilt-rotor

3rd June 2010

Wyle has a played a significant role in assessing noise impacts for the West Coast basing of the military's new fleet of MV-22 Osprey tilt …
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USS Underwood and HSL 60 to support relief efforts in Guatemala

3rd June 2010

USS Underwood (FFG 36), along with her embarked Helicopter Squadron Anti-Submarine Light (HSL 60) detachment, arrived off the coast of Guatemala May 31 to assist …
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Metal Innovations delivers new replacement heavy lift helicopter tail rotor blade for operators of Skycrane aircraft

3rd June 2010

After three years of development Metal Innovations Inc. a small woman-owned business, has successfully completed a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) and is in full production …
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US State Department accepts modernized S-61 helicopters for use in Afghanistan

2nd June 2010

Sikorsky Aerospace Services today announced that the US State Department has accepted the first two modernized S-61 aircraft that will support missions for the US …
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Small Ship's Flight comes to HMS Ark Royal

2nd June 2010

212 Flight from 815 Naval Air Squadron, based at RNAS Yeovilton, is normally associated with the Ice Patrol Ship HMS Endurance, but for the last …
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Boeing, Canadian industry partners launch advanced composites manufacturing research and development consortium

2nd June 2010

The Boeing Company and Canadian industry partners today announced the launch of a new research and development consortium aimed at strengthening Canada's competitive position in …
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First S-70i Black Hawk Helicopter enters flight test program

1st June 2010

The first S-70i Black Hawk helicopter, built at Sikorsky Aircraft Corp.’s company in Poland, PZL Mielec, has entered the flight test program at Sikorsky’s Development …
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So what's really going on with those German Tigers?

28th May 2010

The German decision to suspend the purchase of the Tiger attack helicopter appears to be little more than a storm in a teacup. The German …
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Apache demo team back with a vengeance

28th May 2010

The Royal Netherlands Air Force Apache Solo Display Team has returned to airshows at home and abroad. Domestically, the team can be seen during the …
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Eyes in the sky to defeat terrorist activities

28th May 2010

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Ministry of Defence scientists, technicians and engineers, has completed a trial which could help disrupt terrorist activities. The …
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Heli-Pacific 2010: ADF addresses MRH90 problems

28th May 2010

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) continues to face significant issues getting the MRH90 multirole helicopter into service but defence chiefs remain confident of the capabilities …
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Bolt from the Blue - Scotland-based Royal Navy helicopter rescues casualties from Lake District lightning strikes

27th May 2010

They say that lightning never strikes twice… But a Royal Navy search and rescue helicopter yesterday (Wednesday) rushed to the aid of four injured walkers …
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Kaman Helicopters awarded Army contract for unmanned helicopter enhancements

27th May 2010

Kaman Aerospace Corporation (Kaman) announced today that the US Army Aviation and Missile Research Development and Engineering Center (AMRDEC), has awarded a $2.9M contract to …
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Russian-made helicopters at Heli & UV Pacific 2010 in Australia

27th May 2010

On 26-27 May Kazan Helicopters, JSC will take part in Helicopter Industry Exhibition Heli & UV Pacific 2010. Kazan Helicopters has been exhibiting there since …
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Busiest 24 hours for HMS Gannet's search and rescue team

27th May 2010

In the mist and drizzle of a shrouded West Coast of Scotland the Royal Navy's helicopter search and rescue duty crew of HMS Gannet have …
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Busy Weekend for Culdrose SAR Crews

27th May 2010

SAR crews from 771 Naval Air Squadron at Royal Naval Air Station Culdrose were kept busy over the weekend following a spate of incidents at …
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Envelope expansion continues as Sikorsky X2 Technology demonstrator flies faster than the average helicopter

26th May 2010

Sikorsky Aircraft Corp.'s X2 Technology demonstrator achieved a speed of 181 knots in a test flight today at the Sikorsky Development Flight Center. Sikorsky is …
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New Lynx helicopters boost air support in Afghanistan

25th May 2010

Upgraded Army Lynx Mk9A helicopters have arrived for use in Afghanistan after being shipped from the UK, and are already being put to good use. …