Air Warfare
Enduring performance: the A-29 Super Tucano (video)
The Super Tucano was built to adapt to customer requirements and changing technologies.
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A leading competitor involved in the US Army's Future Tactical Unmanned Aerial System (FTUAS) programme wants to see a forthcoming phase in the project axed.
X2D drones from US-based Skydio with AI algorithms and a 3D scanning capability will be provided under Spiral 4 of the UK MoD Future Capabilities Group nano-UAS framework programme.
StormBreaker already equips F-15E fighter aircraft and the glide bomb is also undergoing developmental and operational testing with the F-35B.
The ARRW air-launched hypersonic missile test programme has had its share of delays and mishaps, but Lockheed Martin and the USAF have finally conducted a successful boosted flight test.
The Super Tucano was built to adapt to customer requirements and changing technologies.
European air forces are showing an increased interest in Embraer’s A-29 Super Tucano for long-endurance, low-intensity conflicts and training.
18th May 2022
Several DoD and overseas customers have already pre-purchased the EchoShield 4D C-UAS radar ahead of testing, according to manufacturer Echodyne.
18th May 2022
The Orion 2 tethered UAV will be used to enhance observation and security at two French missile test sites.
18th May 2022
The Stormcaster-DX laser target designator for small VTOL UASs is designed for small unit teams operating at the tactical edge who require the ability to designate targets at short notice.
18th May 2022
As Indonesia pushes to boost its domestic defence industry, agreements were recently signed for AAVs, small-arms ammunition, C-130 MRO and air surveillance radars.
18th May 2022
The current Australian government is promising to accelerate development of the Loyal Wingman project for the RAAF.
17th May 2022
The latest F-35 contract modification for Lockheed Martin follows a deal covering ‘ancillary mission equipment requirements’ for Lot 15 and Lot 16 aircraft.
17th May 2022
The US Army concluded an operational assessment with the Raytheon/Kord 50kW-class high energy laser integrated on a Stryker combat vehicle at White Sands Missile Range (New Mexico). The system defeated multiple 60mm mortar rounds.
17th May 2022
Wolverine UAVs ordered by the DoD are designed to be fully GPS-resilient for use in urban warfare scenarios.
17th May 2022
Are plans to bolster USMC aggressor training capability sufficient to address a known shortfall?
17th May 2022
Japan looks set to turn to the UK, instead of the US, for partnership help in developing its future F-3 fighter.
17th May 2022
Sentient is now offering a maritime version of its ViDAR system, and the way has been cleared to install it on Australian S-100 Camcopters.
16th May 2022
New air-to-surface missile for fixed-wing aircraft from Rafael is optimised for close air support, counterterrorism and anti-A2AD applications.
16th May 2022
The new helicopters will replace decades-old training platforms to train South Korean army and navy pilots.
16th May 2022
Will Germany decide to provide ten medium-range SAM systems to Ukraine?
16th May 2022
India continues to develop its BrahMos missile, with the extended-range type recently tested.
13th May 2022
Cubic is to install NSA-certified encryption for its P5 Combat Training System ACMI pods
13th May 2022
As development of Kaman's KARGO UAV continues at pace, the company is anticipating high demand based on interest from the USMC and talks with the US Air Force and US Army.
13th May 2022
Smart Shooter displayed its SMASH 2000L fire-control system at Modern Day Marine 2022.
13th May 2022
A total of eight NH90 TTH transport helicopters are expected to be delivered to the French Army in 2022.