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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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Vector Aerospace announces new contract with Boeing

28th September 2009

Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services - Fleetlands has been awarded an initial contract by Boeing to carry out major modification packages on United Kingdom Ministry of …
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Fifth MH-60T Medium Range Recovery Helicopter Delivered to Coast Guard

28th September 2009

On September 11, 2009, the Coast Guard Acquisition Directorate’s HH-60 Conversion and Sustainment Project, in conjunction with the Coast Guard Aviation Logistics Center H-60 Product …
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Tigres in action

25th September 2009

The French Army has released details of combat actions by its new Eurocopter Tigre attack helicopters in Afghanistan under Operation Pamir. On Saturday, September 5, …
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Royal Navy Sea Kings 'Bag' Intelligence Over Helmand

25th September 2009

The Royal Navy's unique airborne surveillance and control helicopters, known as 'Baggers', have recently deployed to Helmand for the first time, where they are detecting, …
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Viper pilot earns Distinguished Flying Cross

25th September 2009

A Marine with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 169, nicknamed the Vipers, recently received one of the highest honors of a Marine aviator for acts …
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£408M upgrade for RAF Chinooks in Afghanistan

24th September 2009

This upgrade will include a £128m contract which will give the whole Chinook fleet a significant boost by fitting a more powerful engine, enabling the …
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Vector Aerospace awarded Bell UH-1 maintenance fixture certification and dynamic component overhaul approval

24th September 2009

Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services-North America has received Bell Helicopter approval for both its UH-1 airframe maintenance fixture as well as for the repair and overhaul …
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Helisim Inaugurates its First NH90 Simulator

23rd September 2009

Helisim has inaugurated its first NH90 flight simulator at the training center in Marignane (South of France) where it will be used to train military …
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Eurocopter keeps on expanding in the United Kingdom

23rd September 2009

Eurocopter and its British subsidiary, Eurocopter UK Ltd., emphasize their strong position in the UK market at Helitech 2009. The company exhibits the EC135 “L’Hélicoptère …
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Helitech draws the crowds

23rd September 2009

The first morning of Helitech 2009 saw more than 1,500 visitors streaming into the show, which is taking place at the Imperial War Museum at …
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Sikorsky Aircraft Recognises CHC and MCA with Rescue Award for Spectacular 2008 Rescue with SAR S-92 Helicopter

23rd September 2009

Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. today presented its Winged S Rescue Award to a UK helicopter rescue crew and the base it operates from in recognition of …
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Sikorsky Aircraft Celebrates Donation of MH-53 Pave Low to Royal Air Force Museum

22nd September 2009

Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. and the Royal Air Force today at Helitech celebrated the donation of an MH-53 Pave Low helicopter to the RAF Museum. The …
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S-92 Helicopter Operated by UK Search and Rescue Reaches 500-Mission Milestone

22nd September 2009

The Search and Rescue (SAR) S-92 helicopter fleet operating in the United Kingdom has exceeded the operational milestone of 500 missions. As of mid-August 2009, …
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Norwegian Lynx reach 50,000 hours

18th September 2009

Lynx helicopters of the Norwegian Defence Forces have reached an impressive 50,000 flying hours milestone. The milestone was achieved on Wednesday, September 16, when two …
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French host CSAR training exercise

18th September 2009

CSAR units from across Europe have gathered at Cazaux airbase in South West France for a Combined Joint Personnel Recovery Standardisation Course. The CSAR race …
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First Upgraded British Army Lynx Flies With New Engines

16th September 2009

AgustaWestland has announced the successful first flight of the British Army's first Lynx AH Mk.9A fitted with more powerful CTS800 engines, just 10 months after …
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IAF Dhruv's first ever Recorded Rescue Mission at unprecedented heights

15th September 2009

On 13 September 09 the Delhi-based Western Air Command was requested for an air evacuation of 19 members of an Army Mountaineering Expedition to Pin …
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Osan air mobility squadron aids in helicopter swap out

15th September 2009

Airmen from the 731st Air Mobility Squadron and Soldiers from the 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade worked side by side on the Osan Air Base flightline …
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Eurocopter EC225 is most adapted Contender for SAR-H Programme in the United Kingdom

12th September 2009

Like no other helicopter in its class, the EC225 and its military variant, the EC725, fuses commercial standards with military capabilities. The EC725/225 is in …