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US approves $1.45 billion sale to UAE for CH-47 Chinooks and F-16 sustainment
Both the possible sale for six Chinook helicopters and F-16 sustainment will bolster existing UAE fleets and the country’s position as a US partner and ally, according to the DSCA.
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US Army cancels FTUAS and the MQ-1 Gray Eagle as part of the Army Transformation Initiative
Last week, it was revealed that the US Army intended to cancel the long-running Future Tactical UAS (FTUAS). The revelation, no doubt part of the Army Transformation Initiative (ATI), came a week after the force highlighted that it would cancel the procurement of Gray Eagle aircraft.
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UK receives two additional F-35B aircraft as deliveries resume
The two aircraft were delivered in the TR-3 configuration, bringing the RAF one step closer to fulfilling its order for 48 F-35B aircraft.
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Lockheed Martin builds first Saudi Arabian THAAD components
The THAAD launcher was first procured by Saudi Arabia in 2017, with local production a key condition of the sale.
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Training
HAL’s Hawk I flies with RTOS
12th February 2018
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has successfully completed the first flight of its Hawk I training aircraft with its newly developed Real Time Operating System (RTOS), …
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Defence Helicopter
Singapore Airshow 2018: Continued rise of the Hawks
12th February 2018
The Black Hawk continues to expand in options for customers and it is enjoying increased sales in the Asia-Pacific region, according to a press conference …
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Training
Singapore Airshow 2018: CAE looks to expand third-party use of MPTC
11th February 2018
With the use of CAE's Brunei MPTC facility maturing, the company is exploring opportunities to expand third-party use of its capabilities in future. Ian Bell, …
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Military Logistics
Singapore Airshow 2018: Singapore anticipates first MRTT
10th February 2018
After the initial A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft performed its maiden flight on 30 September, the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) is looking …
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Digital Battlespace
RNLAF F-16s to receive Terma’s AAMS
9th February 2018
Terma has received a contract to supply its Aircraft Audio Management System (AAMS) for the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) F-16 aircraft, the company announced …
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Defence Helicopter
Islamabad to modernise its army's fleet
9th February 2018
The Pakistan Army is soon to induct a small number of Russian Helicopters Mi-35Ms in the assault role and is in the process of modernising …
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Training
CGD receives training support contract
9th February 2018
Cubic Global Defense (CGD) will continue to provide analytical support services to the US European Command's (EUCOM) Joint Training and Exercise Division under a contract …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
RT demonstrates SkyStar 110 system
9th February 2018
RT Aerostat Systems has demonstrated its new SkyStar 110 micro-tactical aerostat system for the first time in US, the company announced on 7 February. The …
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Defence Helicopter
Rheinmetall, Sikorsky partner for Germany heavy-lift
9th February 2018
Rheinmetall has signed a strategic teaming agreement with Sikorsky to jointly compete in the German Air Force heavy-lift helicopter programme. Under the agreement, the companies …
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Digital Battlespace
Singapore Airshow 2018: Harris expands its horizons
9th February 2018
Harris Defence Australia (HDA) is feeling particularly buoyant on the back of last year’s Project Land 200 Tranche 2 success in Australia. That A$1.4 billion …
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Defence Helicopter
Singapore Airshow 2018: Lightweight rocket launcher debuted (video)
9th February 2018
Arnold Defense showcased its ultra-light LWL-12 rocket launch system at the Singapore Airshow 2018. Shephard spoke with Timothy Moore, business development consultant at Arnold Defense, about the benefits …
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Digital Battlespace
Singapore Airshow 2018: Airbus floats military A320neo family
9th February 2018
Airbus Defence & Space used the occasion of Singapore Airshow 2018 to reveal future plans for a family of specialist aircraft based on the A320neo …
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Defence Notes
Singapore Airshow 2018: Show in focus (video)
9th February 2018
On the final trade day of Singapore Airshow Shephard's Asia-Pacific editor, Gordon Arthur, takes a look at some of the highlights of the 2018 event.
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Uncrewed Vehicles
Singapore Airshow 2018: China promotes weaponised VTOL UAV
9th February 2018
The China National Aero-Technology Import and Export Corporation (CATIC) provided new details about its latest U8EW VTOL UAV at this week’s Singapore Airshow. The U8E …
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Defence Helicopter
CHF probes refuelling concept
8th February 2018
Lt Col Will Penkman, commanding officer of 846 Naval Air Squadron, said that the Royal Navy’s Commando Helicopter Force (CHF) would like to have an …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
Delair introduces DT26X LiDAR UAV
8th February 2018
Delair has introduced the new Delair DT26X LiDAR UAS for light distance and ranging (LiDAR)-based aerial surveying and 3D mapping applications, the company announced on …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
New UAS eyed for USCG's National Security Cutters
8th February 2018
After several fits and starts, the US Coast Guard (USCG) is finally moving forward with plans to acquire a mid-range UAS capability to launch off …
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Defence Helicopter
Sikorsky qualifies weapons system for S-70M/S-70i helicopters
8th February 2018
Sikorsky has qualified a comprehensive weapons system for the S-70M/S-70i Black Hawk helicopter to military standards. The system is fully integrated with the aircraft's existing …
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Digital Battlespace
West 2018: GMS unveils Hurricane
8th February 2018
General Micro Systems (GMS) used this year's West 2018 in San Diego to unveil its new ‘Hurricane‘ ultra-compact 1U rackmount secure storage server. According to …
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