Defense
Essential news and analysis on the defense aerospace business. Your trusted source for new and ongoing programs and requirements in military aircraft (manned and unmanned), engines, avionics, weapons and associated systems, including ground-based air defense.
Accidents
First Crash for Su-57 To Delay Service Entry
The pilot escaped from the stricken Su-57 over unpopulated country and was rescued by helicopter.
Training and Workforce
Flying the Augmented Skies with Red 6
A demonstration flight highlighted Red 6's ability to place interactive, 3D augmented reality virtual assets in the skies.
Aircraft
New Beginnings for the Eurofighter Typhoon
Typhoon ISPA 6 is now in the air testing the production configuration for the first operational AESA-equipped aircraft, which are destined for Kuwait.
Singapore To Establish Permanent Guam Detachment
The RSAF’s search for peacetime training locations overseas has gained more impetus with the impending closure of Paya Lebar air base.
Aircraft
Kazakhstan Becoming a Regional Aircraft Industry/Service Hub
Partnerships with companies in Russia, Israel, Turkey, and Europe are helping to strengthen Kazakhstan’s growing defense industry.
Rotorcraft
U.S. Air Force Welcomes the Grey Wolf
Boeing and Leonardo are supplying the MH-139A under a rapid acquisition program to replace aging Bell UH-1N Twin Hueys.
Aircraft
Embraer and Brazil's Air Force Launch Military Transport Study
A new Brazilian program could produce a new light transport to follow in the footsteps of the successful Bandeirante.
Russia’s Sole Carrier Catches Fire Amid Replacement Talks
The aircraft carrier Admiral Kuznetsov suffered considerable damage during a fire that occurred during the carrier’s refit program.
Aircraft
Israel Seeks New U.S. Military Aircraft
Faced with a perceived need to maintain a qualitative edge over other forces in the region, the Israeli Air Force is hoping to buy more U.S.-made fighters.
S-400 Deployment Leads Russian Arctic Expansion
The deployment of the S-400 to an Arctic island increases Russia’s military power in the region and also strengthens overall national defense.
Aircraft
Burkina Faso and Ireland Sign Up for C295
Although the orders only cover three aircraft, the addition of Burkina Faso and Ireland brings the total number of C295 operators to 33.
Rotorcraft
Special Forces Training Center Opens in Croatia
Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary and Slovenia have opened a center to train helicopter crews tasked with supporting special forces.
Aircraft
First Modified MV-22 Osprey Delivered
Bell and Boeing are upgrading older Marine Corps Ospreys to increase commonality across the fleet.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Turkey’s New Raider Takes to the Air
Baykar has built on the success of its Bayraktar TB2 tactical UAV to develop a much larger, armed platform to answer a Turkish forces requirement.
Fuel
Indian Air Force Looks To Private Sector for MRO
Starting with the An-32, the IAF is to engage local industry for maintenance to focus military efforts on front-line activities.
Rotorcraft
MD/Elbit Team for MD 530G; More MD 530Fs for Afghanistan
Adding the Elbit Integrated Weapons System turns the MD 530G Block II into a potent light attack platform with advanced targeting capabilities.
Aircraft
NATO E-3A Upgrade Announced
NATO is spending $1 billion on keeping its aging AWACS aircraft concurrent with technology while it begins the search for a replacement in 2035.
Rotorcraft
Russian Air and Space Force Receives First Mi-38T
Three of the military version of the Mi-38 have been built and will be used for military evaluation trials by the Russian defense ministry.
Aircraft
First Gripen E for Sweden Flies
With the flight of the first series aircraft for Sweden, Saab now has five Gripen Es in the air, including one destined for the Brazilian air force.
Rotorcraft
Ryan Unveils Upgraded VR Helo Sim
Ryan Aerospace's new Helimod Mark III Plus helicopter simulator adds full control loading.
Aircraft
Spain Selects PC-21 for Training Requirement
Spain’s Ejército del Aire is joining a growing group of air arms that are replacing jet trainers with high-performance turboprops.
Aircraft
SLON Strategic Airlifter Enters Tunnel Testing
Russia’s strategic airlifter program is advancing into validation of the advanced wing, while Ukraine is hoping to re-launch production of the An-225.
Aircraft
SAAB GlobalEye Surveillance Aircraft Debuts at Dubai Airshow, Based on Bombardier Global 6000 - AIN
SAAB GlobalEye Surveillance Aircraft Debuts at Dubai Airshow, Based on Bombardier Global 6000 - AIN
Aircraft
Mongolia Takes MiG-29s as Poland Resumes Operations
Russia has donated two MiG-29s to Mongolia to restore a fast-jet capability the air force lost with the withdrawal of the last MiG-21s.
Rotorcraft
MD Helicopters Increases Afghan Deliveries
Afghan Air Force's fleet of MD 530Fs has increased to 60.
Rotorcraft
Hungary Military Program Adding Airbus Helicopters
Hungary is undertaking a major overhaul of its rotary-wing forces, while Montenegro is seeking to add light multi-role machines.
Aircraft
New Zealand Approved for C-130J Acquisition
The RNZAF has an urgent need to replace its elderly first-generation Hercules, which are over 50 years old.
Aircraft
Dassault's Rafale Fighter Flies at the Dubai Airshow - AIN
Dassault's Rafale Fighter Flies at the Dubai Airshow - AIN
Aircraft
Belarus Receives First Two Su-30SMs
Belarus ordered 12 Su-30SMs to replace the long-serving MiG-29s in the air defense and attack roles as part of a major overhaul of the country’s defenses.
Aircraft
Dubai 2019: More A330s and GlobalEyes for the UAE
The UAE brought the Dubai Airshow to a close with announcements that it wants to buy more tanker/transports and AEW/ISR aircraft.
