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The Leonardo M-345 High-Efficiency Trainer (HET) basic/advanced trainer is similar to the M-346, which is the second part of the Italian Air Force’s training system, but is a substantially smaller and less powerful aircraft.
The JASDF has been looking to replace its T-4 jet fighters amid concerns over training capacity and pilot readiness for fifth-gen fighters.
Holographic and 3D technologies have been lauded by some for their ability to provide technical and operational advantages for military training and planning. But is the hype truly justified?
A special procurement notice for the Flight School Next was issued this week as potential suppliers step up their efforts.
While the Paris Air Show marked the first time the ANAFI UKR has been publicly shown, the ISR drone has been in use with various armed forces for the last eight months, Parrot told Shephard.
A pact signed at the Paris Air Show has seen Sweden turn to the French FDI frigate to lead its next-gen surface combatant fleet amid shifting security dynamics in the Baltic Sea.
Modernizing training with fair-fight commonality at the highest fidelity for enhanced mission rehearsal.
CDS Defence & Security provides a stepping stone approach to helping companies understand and implement the necessary cyber security requirements in the defence sector.
4th December 2019
Raytheon will deliver nine of its second-generation V-22 digital maintenance trainers to MCAS New River, North Carolina, for use by the NAVAIR’s aircraft school by …
4th December 2019
There are a number of challenges currently facing the military training and simulation industry, including skills shortages and strong competition from around the world. John …
4th December 2019
Xenia, Ohio-headquartered Treality SVS has won a contract to provide two glass mirror collimated visual CD Series systems for C-130H and C-130J full motion trainers …
4th December 2019
At I/ITSEC 2019, Presagis is showcasing its range of multi-domain, end-to-end simulation capabilities. Shephard speaks to Rick Brooks, regional sales manager at the company, about …
4th December 2019
Cubic Global Defense has announced that it is to deliver its P5 Combat Training System (CTS) to an international Eurofighter Typhoon customer. The contract was …
3rd December 2019
Running parallel to the physical development of the F-35 fighter programme, platform manufacturer Lockheed Martin is continuing to work to provide the services operating the …
3rd December 2019
Perhaps better known in wider society for its successes in the commercial gaming sector, Epic Games’ decision to exhibit in Orlando is one that is …
3rd December 2019
CAE Defense & Security has developed a new solution that aims to redefine how military student pilots learn, practice and perform. Shephard speaks to Philippe …
3rd December 2019
Virtual reality, augmented reality and deep AI/machine learning are prominent themes at I/ITSEC 2019, as industry continues to innovate and deliver more immersive virtual solutions …
3rd December 2019
The US Air Force’s Misawa Air Force (AFB) Base F-16C simulator has connected to Northrop Grumman’s Distributed Mission Operations Network (DMON).DMON provides the virtual-constructive backbone …
3rd December 2019
Saab will operate the German Army’s Combat Training Centre, Gefechtsübungszentrum Heer (GÜZ) between 2020 and 2026 under a new contract announced on 2 December. The …
2nd December 2019
With personnel training pipelines over capacity the need for militaries, particularly those with significant numbers of personnel, to ensure improved training capabilities has led to …
2nd December 2019
Last month the UK MoD issued its latest contract for the procurement of second-hand vehicles to be used for Improvised Explosive Device Disposal (IEDD) training, …
2nd December 2019
Spain is set to acquire 24 Pilatus PC-21 turboprop training aircraft to replace its ageing Casa Aviojet C-101 jet trainers.
2nd December 2019
CAE has launched its TRAX Academy pilot training system along with its core component, the Sprint VR trainer. The company has said that TRAX Academy …
29th November 2019
There is a continuing drive to push training into the virtual domain compared to the more expensive live domain. Platform builders are viewing training more …
29th November 2019
Lockheed Martin has received a major boost for its Hercules Training Center (HTC) with the award of a not-to-exceed $87 million firm-fixed price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity single …
29th November 2019
The first Systems Rig (S-Rig) Gripen development simulator has been installed at the Gripen Design and Development Network (GDDN) in Gavião Peixoto, Brazil, Saab announced …
27th November 2019
Lockheed Martin will provide multi-country C-130J aircrew and maintenance simulator training under an $87 million contract from the US Department of Defense announced on 21 …