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Defence Minister Gen Vladimir Padrino López has declared that the Venezuelan armed forces “will continue to employ all its available capabilities for military defence”.

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Poland air report: Drones, transport aircraft and tankers dominate potential procurement plans

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With a rising defence budget and equipment list, Poland’s air market is set to grow as the country continues to modernise its transport and helicopter fleets while seeking out uncrewed aerial vehicles and loitering munitions.

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RAF commences training operations with Puma Mk2

26th November 2013

The Royal Air Force has begun training on the newly upgraded Puma Mk2 helicopters from RAF Benson in Oxford. Seven of the 24 aircraft being …

AgustaWestland bets on dual-use helicopters

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AgustaWestland bets on dual-use helicopters

21st November 2013

AgustaWestland hopes its dual-use family of helicopters concept will allow it to successfully capitalise on a growing commercial sector and offset a shrinking military market, …

Dubai 2013: Australia set to receive first MH-60R

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Dubai 2013: Australia set to receive first MH-60R

20th November 2013

The first two Australian MH-60R helicopters will be formally delivered on 10 December as the AUS$3 billion project to replace the Royal Australian Navy’s (RAN’s) …

Dubai 2013: Swiss Kopter unveils Skyrider trainer

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Dubai 2013: Swiss Kopter unveils Skyrider trainer

19th November 2013

Dubai saw the air show debut of a new two-seater light helicopter, which the manufacturer is aiming squarely at the training market as a competitor …

Dubai 2013: Talon production moves to UAE

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Dubai 2013: Talon production moves to UAE

19th November 2013

Raytheon will move the Talon laser guided rocket into production in the UAE under a partnering agreement with Tawazun announced at the Dubai Air Show. …

Dubai 2013: Middle East offers opportunities for growth

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Dubai 2013: Middle East offers opportunities for growth

18th November 2013

Strong purchasing power in the Middle East is driving companies to increase their footprint in the region as they  look to boost international sales in …

Dubai 2013: Boeing finally receives AH-6i contract

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Dubai 2013: Boeing finally receives AH-6i contract

18th November 2013

Boeing has secured a production contract for 24 AH-6i light attack helicopters understood to be for Saudi Arabia. Speaking at the Dubai Air Show, Boeing’s …

Dubai 2013: MD plans second-generation 530F

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Dubai 2013: MD plans second-generation 530F

18th November 2013

MD Helicopters is moving ahead with a major redesign of its MD530F armed helicopter as it targets further parapublic opportunities around the world. Speaking to …

Boeing delivers first upgraded Apache to the Netherlands

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Boeing delivers first upgraded Apache to the Netherlands

15th November 2013

The first Dutch AH-64D Apache upgraded to Block II standard was accepted by the Dutch Defence Materiel Organisation (DMO) at Mesa, Arizona on 14 November. …

AgustaWestland receives approval for India joint venture

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AgustaWestland receives approval for India joint venture

13th November 2013

Despite bribery allegations lingering over the contract to supply 12 AW101 VVIP helicopters to the Indian Air Force, AgustaWestland has been cleared to establish assembly …

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Dstl working to protect helicopter engines from sand erosion

12th November 2013

The UK’s Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) is contributing to a project set up by The Technical Cooperation Panel (TTCP) to investigate erosion-resistant coatings …

First NH90 Step B helicopter delivered to Italian Navy

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First NH90 Step B helicopter delivered to Italian Navy

12th November 2013

The Italian navy has taken delivery of the first NH90 NATO Frigate Helicopter (NFH) Step B from NHIndustries. The helicopter, delivered on 8 November, will …

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