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Belgium’s F-35A order progresses at it awaits first jet delivery by late 2025
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Enhancing education: How CAE is embracing new technology to boost military training
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Astrike leave nothing to spare
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ARNG gets Ecliptus cameras
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UK MoD confirms third Zephyr
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Asian win for Aircrew Training
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Enhancing education: How CAE is embracing new technology to boost military training
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Trump’s drone directives win US industry support but questions remain over ability to challenge Chinese market dominance
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Paris Air Show 2025: New capabilities, partnerships and next-gen programmes remain priority for industry
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Belgium’s F-35A order progresses at it awaits first jet delivery by late 2025
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Trump’s drone directives win US industry support but questions remain over ability to challenge Chinese market dominance
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Paris Air Show 2025: Airbus Helicopters unveils new crewed-uncrewed teaming solution
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Enhancing education: How CAE is embracing new technology to boost military training
