Air Warfare
Upgrades provide AMRAAM with enhanced capability against advanced threats (Video)
AMRAAM offers an onboard active radar and an all-weather capability, providing a wide employment envelope and operational flexibility for operators.
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DSEI 2021: Raytheon Anschütz firms up UK footprint
The Warship Integrated Navigation and Bridge System from Raytheon is already installed on the RN's Daring-class Type 45 destroyers — but the company has broader ambitions.
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DSEI 2021: Arnold Defense notches next stage of Fletcher development
Arnold Defense has announced the next stage of development for their Fletcher rocket launcher.
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First F135 engine depot outside of US is approved
Netherlands F135 engine maintenance facility has been approved for initial depot capability.
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Lockheed Martin to continue network-centric weapons capabilities work for F-35
Lockheed Martin carries on developing network-enabled weapons and electronic-attack capabilities for F-35 operators in the US and allied air forces.
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Naval Warfare
Austal USA details new Emergency Medical Ship design
With its Emergency Medical Ship design, Austal claims to have hit the sweet spot between cost and capability.
Defence Notes
AUKUS fallout, US eyes Wedgetail and 8x8 armoured platforms (podcast)
Welcome to Episode 38 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more.
Naval Warfare
Babcock cuts steel for first RN Type 31 frigate
Cutting steel on the future HMS Venturer marks the official start of the Type 31 build programme.
Air Warfare
Singapore tests AI-powered command system
Singapore is developing and trying out ever more capable battlefield command systems.
Featured videos
Air Warfare
Fielding of the StormBreaker precision weapon continues apace (video)
Currently fielded on the F-15E, the StormBreaker precision weapon is now set for integration on the F/A-18 and the F-35.
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Air Warfare
AFSOC seeks a shift in VTOL and amphibious capabilities
25th September 2021
AFSOC has an eye on the future with plans to test an amphibious MC-130J and acquire high-speed VTOL aircraft.
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Land Warfare
India orders Arjun Mk IA tanks
25th September 2021
After much dilly-dallying, India has ordered its second batch of Arjun tanks.
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Land Warfare
US Army receives first production M917A3 Heavy Dump Truck
24th September 2021
The M917A3 will be operated by US Army engineers, replacing vehicles that are up to 50 years old.
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Air Warfare
IMCO Group acquires Innocon
24th September 2021
Turnkey solutions provider IMCO expands into the UAS sector with the acquisition of fellow Israeli firm Innocon.
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Air Warfare
Bell Boeing starts work on Osprey nacelle improvements
24th September 2021
The USAF is keen to optimise availability of the CV-22 Osprey.
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Naval Warfare
DSEI 2021: Raytheon Anschütz firms up UK footprint
24th September 2021
The Warship Integrated Navigation and Bridge System from Raytheon is already installed on the RN's Daring-class Type 45 destroyers — but the company has broader ambitions.
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Land Warfare
DSEI 2021: Arnold Defense notches next stage of Fletcher development
24th September 2021
Arnold Defense has announced the next stage of development for their Fletcher rocket launcher.
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Land Warfare
Rheinmetall expands hydrogen fuel cell activities
24th September 2021
German firm Rheinmetall wants to position itself as a leader in hydrogen fuel cell technology for defence and other applications.
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Land Warfare
DSEI 2021: Bridging module embodies rapid deployability
24th September 2021
A bridge mounted on a Boxer vehicle was one of the most prominent equipment displays at DSEI this year.
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Land Warfare
Kongsberg works with USN to sharpen autonomous target recognition
24th September 2021
Kongsberg and the USN will demonstrate a weapon system with autonomous target identification, recognition and engagement.
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Air Warfare
India signs C295 deal
24th September 2021
Airbus participates in ‘Make in India’ project to provide the IAF with 56 new tactical airlifters.
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Air Warfare
USAF confirms five B-21 Raider test aircraft
24th September 2021
Secretary of the US Air Force has announced five B-21 test aircraft are currently under construction during his State of the Forces address on 20 September.
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Defence Notes
DSEI 2021: Spectra announces another SlingShot order
23rd September 2021
Spectra Group announces order for the SlingShot satellite communication system.
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Land Warfare
DSEI 2021: Jankel adds new member to Fox tactical vehicle family
23rd September 2021
Fox TUV is designed to meet an acute need for light utility vehicles in the decades ahead.
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Land Warfare
DSEI 2021: Korean know-how brings the Thunder for MFP
23rd September 2021
Hanwha Defense establishes a UK industrial partnership for the K9 self-propelled howitzer, as the South Korean company looks to the future of artillery systems with autonomous technologies.
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Air Warfare
USN orders Link 16 for Viper and Venom modifications
23rd September 2021
Northrop Grumman obtains a two-year deal to provide Link 16 B kits for UH-1Y and AH-1Z helicopters.
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Training
Vertex Aerospace obtains T-45 support contract
23rd September 2021
US Naval Air Systems Command is upgrading several T-45 aircraft.
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Air Warfare
US orders integrated helmet spares
23rd September 2021
EFW to provide IHADSS-21 integrated helmet display spare parts for Apache pilots.
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Air Warfare
USN orders engineering services for airborne minehunting system
23rd September 2021
COBRA multispectral unmanned aircraft sensor helps to detect and localise minefields and obstacles when flown over beach zones.
