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The S-70i Black Hawk is being offered to the UK for its NMH requirement, with aircraft to be built in Poland if the type is selected.

Leonardo will install production infrastructure at Yeovil in advance of the UK NMH selection due in answer to the program’s aggressive timeline.

The remotely piloted aircraft will be used to stand up an MQ-9A(ER) squadron in Hawaii to support U.S. Indo-Pacific Command.

The XA100 fighter engine and T901 rotary-wing powerplant programs are making strides, while GE’s existing portfolio continues to show strong sales.

The HF-9500 high-frequency set replaces the legacy ARC-190 system in previously supplied C-130Js.

The TCTS II training system allows large numbers of aircraft—with varying levels of security clearance—to exercise together in virtual environments.

Weapon capability is one element of a four-pronged approach to making the AW149 a highly survivable rotorcraft platform over the battlefield.

Having said that it would build the H175M in the UK if the type is selected for the NMH requirement, Airbus has now announced four industrial partners.

South Korea is upgrading its KAI KA-1 jet trainers with a new avionics suite that increases capability and provides room for growth.

The Ice Breaker is an air-launched adaptation of the naval/land-based anti-ship Sea Breaker, which Rafael unveiled a year ago.

Draken Europe, formerly Cobham Aviation Services, will shortly begin flying Aero L-159Es on aggressor duties for the RAF.

Controlling unmanned adjuncts from manned fighters accounts for one of the main areas of airpower development.

The two Global 6000-based multi-sensor surveillance platforms will replace the Swedish air force’s two Saab S 100D airborne early warning aircraft.

The Mosquito uncrewed technology demonstrator will not be built as the money can be better spent elsewhere, says the UK defense ministry.

The new fighter aircraft for Spain will be fitted with ECRS Mk1 E-Scan radar, and will be based in the Canary Islands.

The delivery of F-16 Block 70s will significantly improve the RJAF’s capability, although the numbers are half of what was originally expected.

The Dutch choice of the C-390M over the C-130J Super Hercules is a significant boost for Embraer’s military transport program.

The U.S. Air Force is harnessing the capabilities of the F-35A to help train combat units that may encounter fifth-gen opponents in future air wars.

Like many European countries, the Netherlands is increasing its defense spending as a result of increased tensions caused by Russian aggression.

After many years of deliberation, Germany has selected the CH-47 over the CH-53K, citing greater interoperability with NATO allies.

Delays in acquiring Norwegian F-16 fighters have led to Romania rescinding its decision to ground the MiG-21 LanceR fleet.

With certification standards being set high, the advanced air mobility community hopes that the concept will receive high public approval.

PAL-V’s innovative flying car is gearing up to begin certification verification flights next year.

Italian manufacturer Tecnam is exhibiting its P2012 Traveller low-cost, short-haul commuterliner at EBACE.

Leonardo helicopters continue to sell well in the private/corporate transport market, where the company has relaunched the famous Agusta brand.

Launched at EBACE, the Izon multi-app platform from Collins Aerospace is designed to facilitate and accelerate access to planning and scheduling data.

The industry-wide drive for sustainability and staffing for the future were up for discussion during the EBACE opening media lunch.

Pratt & Whitney Canada’s PT6 engine is now in its seventh decade, and in its latest PT6E form remains at the forefront of turboshaft technology.

Dassault has introduced a seat/lie-flat bed option to the Falcon range, of the kind usually associated with first-class airliner travel.

As ACH reports a successful 2021 for sales, the company and its parent are driving new technologies to make helicopters cleaner and quieter.