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.
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
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
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
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.
Rotorcraft
Phase 2 T129B Takes to the Skies
Turkish Aerospace has flown an improved version of the T129 Atak attack helicopter for the Turkish armed and security forces.
Aircraft
Dassault's Rafale Fighter Flies at the Dubai Airshow - AIN
Dassault's Rafale Fighter Flies at the Dubai Airshow - AIN
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
China Shows Armed Rotary-wing UAS
The U8EW UAS can be employed for a range of battlefield missions, including reconnaissance and precision attack.
Environment
GDC Technics, APC Win USAF Demo Contract for C-130J, C-5 Wingtips
GDC Technics and Aircraft Performance Co. (APC) have been awarded a demonstration contract for an advanced technology wingtip solution from the USAF.
Rotorcraft
AW149 Proves Worth After Early Setbacks
If the UK chooses the AW149 production could be transferred from Milan to Yeovil.
UAVs Continue To Grow in Strength in the Middle East
The drone attacks against Saudi Aramco and the use of drones in place of fighters have raised the profile of UAVs in the Middle East.
BAE Systems Lands Further Missile Warning Contracts
BAE's AAR-57 is a widely deployed self-protection system for transports and helicopters. Several nations, including the UAE, are buying more.
Aircraft
Collins Avionics at Heart of New-generation C295
Airbus Defence and Space is introducing a range of improvements to the C295 medium utility transport, including Pro Line Fusion avionics.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Skydweller Launches with Leonardo Investment
With Leonardo 's assistance, Skydweller Aero is developing an unmanned long-endurance solar-powered platform based on the Solar Impulse 2 aircraft.
Aircraft
GDC Technics Wins USAF Contract for Advanced Wingtip
The USAF Lifecycle Management Center will try GDC Technics’s Advanced Wingtip Solution, now in flight tests, on the C-130J and C-5.
Aircraft
Civilian Hercules Gains Certification
FAA approval has paved the way for delivery of the first LM-100J to launch customer Pallas Aviation early next year.
Maintenance and Modifications
Global Aerospace Logistics Signs for Abu Dhabi Warehouse
The spares storage agreement follows the visit of Abu Dhabi Crown Prince, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to China earlier this year.
Aircraft
UAE Signs Up for Mirage Upgrade
Having first signaled that it would upgrade its Mirage 2000 fleet, the UAE has concluded its negotiations with Dassault Aviation.
Aircraft
C-390 Gets New Name and a New Joint Venture
Boeing and Embraer are launching a joint venture to handle business for the newly renamed C-390 Millennium tanker/transport.
Aircraft
Watch the Massive UAE Air Force and Emirates A380 Flypast at the Dubai Airshow - AIN
Watch the Massive UAE Air Force and Emirates A380 Flypast at the Dubai Airshow - AIN
Aircraft
The French Air Force’s Patrouille de France Aerobatic Display Team Paints the Dubai Skies - AIN
The French Air Force’s Patrouille de France Aerobatic Display Team Paints the Dubai Skies - AIN
Aircraft
The UAE Plans to Upgrade its Dassault Mirage 2000-9 for the Future - AIN
The UAE Plans to Upgrade its Dassault Mirage 2000-9 for the Future - AIN
Regulations and Government
"Edge" Consolidates 25 UAE Defense Companies
New combined defense and security entity to be led by one of the UAE's leading technology entrepreneurs.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Leonardo and Diamond Offer TS-80 Radar for DA62 MSA
Customers for the DA62 maritime patroller now have the option of incorporating the long-range version of Leonardo's Gabbiano ultra-light radar.
Aircraft
UAE Block 60 F-16 Desert Falcon Engages its Afterburner over Dubai - AIN
UAE Block 60 F-16 Desert Falcon Engages its Afterburner over Dubai - AIN
Aircraft
Lockheed Martin’s F-22A Raptor Rocks the Dubai Airshow - AIN
Lockheed Martin’s F-22A Raptor Rocks the Dubai Airshow - AIN
