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Advanced Avionics (sponsored)
Mark Burnand, Chief Test Pilot at Leonardo Helicopters UK, talks through the advanced avionics on board the latest generation battlefield utility AW149 helicopter.
Air Warfare
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.
Land Warfare
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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The Combat Veteran - 40 Years of the Chinook in the UK
The Chinook has served in every RAF campaign of the past 40 years. But in Afghanistan, it faced greater pressure than ever before.
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Successful first test firing of new Thales laser-guided air-to-ground rocket
13th November 2008
On 8 October, TDA, a Thales subsidiary specialized in combat systems and munitions, successfully fired its first laser-guided rocket, as part of a DGA (French …
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UK: Early completion for Sea Kings at Vector Fleetlands
13th November 2008
Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services Fleetlands has completed its first Sea King Helicopter depth maintenance passage under the Sea King Integrated Operational Support (SKIOS) contract arrangement …
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Onboard Systems to design and develop cargo hook for Bell 429 program
13th November 2008
Onboard Systems, a leading provider of innovative helicopter cargo hook equipment, announced that it has been awarded a contract to design and develop a new …
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Bell Helicopter Standardizes on DS PLM Solutions to Maximize Efficiency and Improve Compliance Efforts
13th November 2008
Dassault Systèmes (DS), a world leader in 3D and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions, today announced that Bell Helicopter, a Textron company, has embarked on …
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Middle East's biggest helicopter show opens today
11th November 2008
DUBAI HELISHOW 2008, the Middle East region's biggest trade show for the helicopter industry, is all set to welcome visitors from around the world, from …
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All change for the Army's Blue Eagles
9th November 2008
The British Army's world famous helicopter display team, The Blue Eagles, is to disband for 2009 because of operational commitments. The Middle Wallop based team, …
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Iraqi Air Force adds four new Mi-17s
8th November 2008
CAMP TAJI - The Iraqi Air Force (IAF) received four new MI17 helicopters Oct. 31, adding to its fleet of more than 50 rotary wing …
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Lockheed Martin Demonstrates Cutting-Edge Sensor for U.S. Army Apache Helicopters
6th November 2008
Lockheed Martin recently conducted a series of test flights demonstrating a new cutting-edge, low-light-level sensor system for U.S. Army Arrowhead-equipped AH-64D Apache helicopters. Integrated into …
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EADS Defence & Security supports German helicopters
6th November 2008
As part of a product improvement programme, EADS Defence & Security (DS) will equip the German Armed Forces' CH-53 G transport helicopters with the new …
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Barco mission displays selected for 'Panther' helicopter upgrade
5th November 2008
Avionics specialist Barco has won an important contract from helicopter manufacturer Eurocopter to deliver high-performance mission displays for use aboard the AS 565 ‘Panther' helicopter. …
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Sikorsky Aerospace Services Announces Multimillion-Dollar Contract to Upgrade Colombian Black Hawks
4th November 2008
Sikorsky Aerospace Services, the aftermarket company of Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., today announced a multimillion- dollar contract to convert six Colombian Air Force UH-60A BLACK HAWK …
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Elbit Systems to Equip IAF Blackhawk and CH 53 Helicopters With Advanced Helmet Mounted Systems
4th November 2008
Elbit Systems Ltd. announced it has been awarded a contract to supply ANVIS/HUD systems for the Israeli Air Force Blackhawk ("Yanshuf") and CH 53 ("Yasur") …
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Lockheed Martin wins $8M contract for UH-1 engine overhaul and installation
4th November 2008
Lockheed Martin Integrated Systems of Warner Robbins, Ga., is being awarded a firm fixed price, time and materials contract for an estimated $8,556,400. This action …
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HELI-EXPO 2009: The Countdown Begins
3rd November 2008
Preparation for HELI-EXPO 2009 in Anaheim, California is well underway. Exhibitor registration has been open for more than three months and attendee registration for one …
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R&D Design Services Signs Long Term Supply Agreement with Agusta Westland
3rd November 2008
Margate, Kent, U.K., 3rd November 2008 - R&D Design Services, Ltd. (RDDS), of Margate, Kent, U.K., a leading provider of vision-enhanced airborne surveillance systems to …
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Night Flight Concepts Receives FAA Part 145 NVG Repair Station and Offers Only FAA TSO Night Vision Goggle
2nd November 2008
Night Flight Concepts (NFC), of Port Saint Lucie, FL is the only FAA Part 145 NVG Repair Station for inspection, testing, and maintenance (repair station …
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UK: Navy helicopter pilot receives DFC from Queen
1st November 2008
A Royal Navy helicopter pilot who twice braved ferocious enemy fire to save the lives of British troops wounded in Afghanistan received his Distinguished Flying …
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The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency Signs A Contract For Three AW139 Helicopters Plus Options
30th October 2008
The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) has signed a contract for three AgustaWestland AW139 medium twin engine helicopters plus options for several additional aircraft. These …
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Eurocopter and PTDI sign a partnership agreement for the manufacturing of Super Puma MKII helicopters
30th October 2008
Jakarta 21 st October 2008, Eurocopter and PTDI sign a cooperation agreement which aims to set up a local assembly line to manufacture airframes for …
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