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Ghost Bat drone makes first deployment in latest milestone
In the past 18 months, Boeing’s MQ-28A Ghost Bat uncrewed aerial system (UAS) has achieved several milestones including teaming with manned aircraft, achieving 100 flight hours and training of first military pilot.
Land Warfare
US Army modernisation plans raise big concerns for lawmakers
The termination of programmes such as JLTV and RCV has been harshly criticised by members of the US Congress.
Air Warfare
NATO orders two more A330 MRTT aircraft, while Sweden and Denmark join programme
The order for two more aircraft for the NATO Multinational Multirole Tanker Transport (MRTT) fleet comes as Airbus considers increasing A330 MRTT production to meet demand.
Air Warfare
UK to purchase 12 F-35A aircraft to strengthen nuclear deterrence
The potential acquisition of F-35A aircraft was first mentioned in the Strategic Defence Review, published on 2 June.
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Digital Battlespace
BAE Systems’ LiteHUD takes first flight
15th September 2017
BAE Systems' LiteHUD head-up display has achieved a significant milestone with the completion of its first flight, the company announced on 12 September. The flight …
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Defence Helicopter
DSEI 2017: Vector modernises for government fleets
15th September 2017
First-time DSEI exhibitor Vector Aerospace is seeing multiple military opportunities as governments from around the world seek to extend the service life of their aircraft …
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Land Warfare
Saab, NDMA sign Carl-Gustaf deal
15th September 2017
Saab and the Norwegian Defence Material Agency (NDMA) have signed a framework contract for delivery of ammunition for the Carl-Gustaf man-portable weapon system, Saab announced …
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Defence Notes
DSEI 2017: MoD puts innovation and exportability at centre of procurement
15th September 2017
Innovation and exportability will be placed at the forefront of UK procurement policy as the Ministry of Defence (MoD) looks to simplify its procurement process. …
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Land Warfare
DSEI 2017: Supacat brings LRV 600 to DSEI
15th September 2017
Supacat has shown the Light Reconnaissance Vehicle 600 (LRV 600) for the first time at DSEI, as the company looks to boost sales of the …
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Training
Indra’s EC135 FFS certified
15th September 2017
Indra’s EC135 Full Flight Simulator (FFS) developed for the Spanish Army has obtained certification, the company announced on 11 September. The CS-FSTD(H) level D certification …
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Defence Helicopter
Sino-Russian AHL grows in stature
15th September 2017
China and Russia are edging closer to a contract for the cooperative Advanced Heavy Lift (AHL) helicopter, with the proposed design more prominently presented at …
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Naval Warfare
DSEI 2017: Supacat riding the waves (video)
15th September 2017
Supacat unveiled its high performance SC12 RIB at DSEI 2017 and demonstrated its capabilities on the River Thames in London during the show. Supacat has …
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Land Warfare
DSEI 2017: New light helmet from Morgan
14th September 2017
Morgan Advanced Materials has introduced two new ultra-lightweight ballistic helmets at DSEI. The helmets, known as the AC912 and AC913, are new additions to the …
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Defence Helicopter
29th CAB receives CH-47F helicopters
14th September 2017
The US Army’s 29th Combat Aviation Brigade (CAB) unit in Iraq has received new CH-47F Chinook helicopters. The incoming CH-47Fs are the first in a …
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Land Warfare
DSEI 2017: Warrior displays stealth camo
14th September 2017
On display at DSEI this year is Saab’s Barracuda Mobile Camouflage System (MCS) configured for the Warrior infantry fighting vehicle, following small orders by the …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
DSEI 2017: Harris reveals robot technology (video)
14th September 2017
At DSEI 2017 the UK’s Ministry of Defence awarded Harris Corporation a contract worth up to £55 million (US$70 million) to provide its T7 Robotic …
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Naval Warfare
HII launches USS Delbert D Black
14th September 2017
Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) has launched the future US Navy destroyer USS Delbert D Black at its shipyard in Pascagoula, Mississippi.The ship is being configured …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
DSEI 2017: Delft Dynamics displays DroneCatcher
14th September 2017
Dutch company Delft Dynamics displayed its new DroneCatcher counter UAS system for the first time at DSEI 2017. First unveiled on 8 September by the Netherlands …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
DSEI 2017: Wave Glider makes a splash
14th September 2017
The latest iteration of the Liquid Robotics Wave Glider USV is now able to survive in demanding environments up to sea state six and greater, the …
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Land Warfare
Northrop receives full-rate JCREW production contract
14th September 2017
Northrop Grumman has received a $57.7 million contract from the US Navy for full-rate production of the Joint Counter Radio-Controlled Improvised Explosive Device Electronic Warfare …
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Defence Helicopter
DSEI 2017: FVL ready for flight (video)
14th September 2017
The FVL technology demonstrator aircraft being built for the US Army's Joint Multi-Role (JMR) programme are both progressing, although Bell Helicopter's V-280 Valor is now …
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Digital Battlespace
Analysis: US Cyber Command matures steadily
14th September 2017
On 18 August President Trump announced the elevation of the status of the United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM) to that of a unified combatant command.
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Special Operations
SOCOM explores M230 cannon enhancements
14th September 2017
US Special Operations Command is exploring operational enhancements to its M230 30mm cannon systems, it has emerged. Under a $666,229 contract announced on 7 September, …
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