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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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Three new MEDEVAC-configured UH-72As delivered to Fort Polk, Louisiana

6th October 2009

The US Army Air Ambulance Detachment, 5th Aviation Battalion at Fort Polk, Louisiana, has received three new MEDEVAC-configured Lakota UH-72As for its air medical operations. …
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Portuguese Air Force Pumas mark 40 years of service

5th October 2009

The Pumas of 752 Squadron, Portuguese Air Force have celebrated 40 years of service and 70,000 flight hours. The SA330 Pumas, which are based at …
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Army Apaches conduct training onboard HMS Ocean

5th October 2009

Two Apache helicopters from 4 Regiment Army Air Corps, based at Wattisham, have been conducting maritime aviation training in the North Sea. The aircrew, recently returned …
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Flood relief operations put IAF helicopters on war footing

5th October 2009

Following a request from the Karnataka and Andhra state governments to assist it in the relief and rescue operation, Training Command responded to the call …
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Denel Aviation Upgrades the Oryx On-Board Communication and Navigation Systems

5th October 2009

Denel Aviation has been tasked with upgrading the Oryx helicopter’s on-board communication and navigation systems. The systems’ upgrade, which will include the modification and installation …
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FLIR and Sofradir to collaborate on new camera

5th October 2009

FLIR Systems and Sofradir today announced they will be collaborating on state-of-the-art, third-generation dual-band detectors and camera cores to create thermal cameras with enhanced capabilities …
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ATK Awarded $25 Million Contract Option to Produce LW30mm M789 HEDP

5th October 2009

Alliant Techsystems has been awarded a $25 million contract option to provide lightweight (LW) 30mm M789 High Explosive Dual Purpose (HEDP) tactical ammunition for the …
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AgustaWestland Congratulates the 2009 Cormorant Trophy Winners

4th October 2009

AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, congratulates the crew of the Canadian Forces 442 Search and Rescue Squadron, based at CFB Comox, on winning the 2009 Cormorant …
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AUSA 09: Boeing links Apache to multiple networks in C4ISR On-The-Move demo

3rd October 2009

In the run up to the Association of the US Army’s annual meeting in Washington DC next week, Boeing has revealed details of its networking …
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Boeing Wideband Networking Waveform, Apache Demonstrate Future Force Interoperability

2nd October 2009

Two Boeing programs, the Wideband Networking Waveform (WNW) and the AH-64 Apache, participated in a successful integrated capabilities event this summer at the U.S. Army's …
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Dramatic end to long range RAF rescue

2nd October 2009

A dramatic Search and Rescue (SAR) mission that saw a Canadian seaman saved by a Royal Air Force crew, took place more than 200 miles …
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Carey Bond Appointed President of Sikorsky Global Helicopters

2nd October 2009

Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. today announced the appointment of Carey Bond as president of the company's Sikorsky Global Helicopters business. Bond also retains his previous position …
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Coastguard helicopters reach landmark operational date

1st October 2009

The new search and rescue helicopters at the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) base in Stornoway in the Western Isles have completed nearly 350 …
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Merlins prepare to get hot and high in Afghanistan

30th September 2009

In Iraq Merlins proved their worth. Now the RAF prepares its helicopters and crews for the challenge of Afghanistan. With all RAF aircraft out of …
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UK MOD Announces £300m To Boost Puma Power

29th September 2009

The RAF’s fleet of Puma helicopters will receive a £300M upgrade that will enhance performance and enable it to operate in the toughest and most …
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Eurocopter and UK MoD sign contract for RAF Puma Life Extension Programme

29th September 2009

Eurocopter and United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence Eurocopter UK and the British Ministry of Defence signed a contract on September 18 for the Life Extension …
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ATAK Team Announce T129 Maiden Flight

28th September 2009

AgustaWestland has announced that the ATAK Team, comprising Turkish Aerospace Industries, Inc. (TAI), Aselsan and AgustaWestland, has successfully performed the maiden flight of the first …
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Helitech: the place for contracts

28th September 2009

The buoyancy of the rotary wing sector was highlighted by significant contracts announced during Helitech 2009. The exhibition saw an unaudited figure* of 4,047 visitors …
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Royal Navy Falkland veteran flies against Taleban

28th September 2009

A Royal Navy reservist and veteran of the Falkland’s conflict has volunteered for a tour in Afghanistan with 663 Squadron Army Air Corps, flying the …