Military Logistics

Singapore at-sea deployment of F-35Bs can overcome airfield dependency

Singapore could potentially deploy F-35Bs from its Joint Multi-Mission Ship to overcome airfield dependency and improve air defence as part of its apparent new security strategy.

Turkey considers ditching F-16 Block 70 request in favour of non-US alternative

Turkish officials are signalling dissatisfaction and contemplating abandoning plans to purchase F-16 Block 70s from the US as the deal stalemates, and the country faces hard economic decisions.

China's multi-domain warfare concept could outpace US JADC2, warns ex-general

China's Multi-Domain Precision Warfare project is aiming to disrupt US networks, and could outpace the Joint All-Domain Command and Control initiative. A retired US Army general explains what the Pentagon is doing about it.

Air Warfare

MD Helicopters ramps up production as Nigerian order lands

MD Helicopters is expanding its production line to fulfil a Nigerian Army order for 12 Cayuse Warrior Plus scout/attack helicopters.

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Air Warfare

Indian Air Force contemplates long-range transport aircraft

13th February 2023

India's Medium Transport Aircraft requirement has been spluttering along for some time, with three likely contenders still remaining.
Land Warfare

UK upgrades ground refuelling tankers for military aircraft

10th February 2023

The LCAR refuelling tankers used by the Royal Air Force, Royal Navy and Army Air Corps are being upgraded with new components, allowing a service life extension of 15 years.
Training

UK plans to aid Ukraine with fighter jets meet reality as RAF struggles to train its own pilots

9th February 2023

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said offering fighter jets to Ukraine is not 'off the table' and pledged to provide pilot training, while the Royal Air Force itself is struggling to get its own aviators through the training pipeline.
Air Warfare

Argentinian air power modernisation makes modest progress

8th February 2023

The Argentinian Air Force (Fuerza Aérea Argentina/FAA) is acquiring new Bell helicopters and is upgrading its combat and transport fixed-wing aircraft fleets.
Air Warfare

Rising demand for NATO's aerial tanker fleet puts capacity under pressure

8th February 2023

More NATO nations beyond the current six participants have held talks about joining the alliance's Europe-based multinational tanker unit, but this raises questions over funding more aircraft and ground infrastructure.
Air Warfare

Nepal expands M28 light transport fleet under new US Foreign Military Financing buy

7th February 2023

PZL-Mielec will supply an additional two M28 twin-turboprop light transport aircraft to Nepal's air force.
Air Warfare

Sweden to extend capacity for Gripen fighter jet engine support

3rd February 2023

The Swedish Armed forces will invest to renovate and expand a GKN-run engine test facility for the Saab Gripen's turbofan powerplants.
Air Warfare

Turkish Air Force tanker modernisation effort completed ahead of schedule

2nd February 2023

US contractor Field Aerospace has finished upgrading the Turkish Air Force's Boeing KC-135R tanker fleet flight decks to Block 45 configuration.
Land Warfare

Four bidders selected for next phase of US Army tactical truck programme

31st January 2023

The US Army has awarded four contracts to produce prototype vehicles for the Common Tactical Truck (CTT) programme, aimed at standardising fleets across the service.
Air Warfare

US Air Force grows KC-46A tanker fleet

30th January 2023

The US Air Force has exercised an option to procure an additional 15 KC-46A Pegasus aircraft.
Naval Warfare

Japan’s military enhances transport capability to offshore islands

29th January 2023

Japan, concerned by the vulnerability of its southwest archipelago, is seeking to boost its military transport capacity to the area.
Land Warfare

US Abrams tanks will take 'months' to arrive in Ukraine

27th January 2023

As the Pentagon does not have any surplus Abrams tanks in its inventory, it is analysing the best ways to supply Kyiv.
Air Warfare

Elbit to support anti-missile systems for NATO A330 tanker fleet

24th January 2023

The NATO Support and Procurement Agency centre in Luxembourg will support the direct infrared countermeasures system fitted to the Multi-Role Tanker Transport Capability fleet.
Land Warfare

New Supacat vehicles add off-road recovery capability for British Army

23rd January 2023

Based on the 4x4 Jackal 2, the modular 6x6 Coyote Lightweight Recovery Vehicle package permits off-road recovery of light tactical vehicles in challenging environments.
Training

Challenger and Leopard tanks come with potential pitfalls for Ukraine

19th January 2023

British and German main battle tank models could make a difference to Ukraine's combat capabilities if provided in sufficient numbers, but training on and integration of the vehicles may cause headaches for Kyiv.
Naval Warfare

Fleet Solid Support ship contract placed

19th January 2023

After selecting Team Resolute in 2022, the UK MoD has placed a firm contract to order three new support ships.
Land Warfare

US Army orders over 400 Oshkosh tactical vehicles

18th January 2023

The US Army has now ordered more than 1,400 FMTV A2 vehicles since the original contract award in 2018.
Naval Warfare

US Navy ships gain remote maintenance support

18th January 2023

Fairbanks Morse Defense's FM OnBoard system allows a ship's personnel to collaborate with offsite technicians using mixed reality and digital twin technology.
Air Warfare

Raytheon gets set for US rocket cargo missions

18th January 2023

Under the US Air Force's 2030 Science & Technology Strategy, Raytheon will develop rocket cargo mission planning and C2 systems.