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
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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
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
Maintenance and Modifications
Alsalam Seeks New Business Opportunities
Adept in airline, military, and corporate and VIP sectors, Alsalam Aerospace is advancing Saudi aerospace efforts.
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.
Maintenance and Modifications
AMMROC Unveils Model of Al Ain MRO Facility
A new military maintenance center in Al Ain will feature a dedicated Black Hawk nose-to-tail depot.
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.
Leonardo’s ULISSES Sub-hunting Technology Passes Trials
Leonardo's compact anti-submarine acoustic system, which has applications for maritime aircraft and UAVs, has been trialed at sea.
Training and Workforce
Upset Training Flies at CAE’s Dothan Center
CAE's Dothan Training Center in Alabama specializes in fixed-wing pilot training for military customers.
Maintenance and Modifications
Honeywell and S&K Launch FMS Support Service
Honeywell and S&K Logsitics Services have joined forces to provide worldwide support for defense equipment bought through FMS channels.
Maintenance and Modifications
First Challenger Ready for UAE ISR Modification
Aquila Aerospace is modifying two Challenger 650s to answer a UAE Air Force requirement for reconnaissance platforms.
Avionics
Collins Aerospace Launches Wide-area Display
The Collins Aerospace MFD-4820 is an 8- by 20-inch touchscreen display that is aimed at both new aircraft types and the retrofit market.
Aircraft
Lockheed Martin’s F-22A Raptor Rocks the Dubai Airshow - AIN
Lockheed Martin’s F-22A Raptor Rocks the Dubai Airshow - AIN
Aircraft
Kawasaki Shows Off its C-2 Military Transporter in Dubai - AIN
Kawasaki Shows Off its C-2 Military Transporter in Dubai - AIN
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
Yakovlev Yak-130 Makes Dubai Airshow Debut - AIN
Yakovlev Yak-130 Makes Dubai Airshow Debut - AIN
Aircraft
A330 MRTT Automatic Refueling To Go Live in 2021
Some 41 of 60 Airbus A330 MRTTs ordered by 13 nations are now in service. Automatic refueling tests were carried out using an Australian MRTT.
