All Fixed-wing articles – Page 120
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NewsSouth Korea unveils indigenous AESA radar for KF-X fighter
Seoul has rolled out the first production prototype of the active electronically scanned array radar that will equip the developmental Korea Aerospace Industries KF-X fighter.
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NewsHypersonic ‘Air Force One’? The USAF is looking into it
The US Air Force has awarded Hermeus Corporation a $1.5 million contract to assess modifying the company’s in-development Mach 5 jet into an aircraft for the future Presidential and Executive Airlift fleet.
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NewsUS Air Force produces first 3D-printed metal part for aircraft engines
The service reverse engineered and reproduced an anti-ice gasket for the Pratt & Whitney TF33-P103, a turbofan engine which powers the Boeing E-3 Sentry, the Boeing B-52 Stratofortress and the Northrop Grumman E-8.
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In depthHow global A330 MRTT fleet stepped up during crisis
In common with its A400M Atlas stablemate, the Airbus Defence & Space A330 multi-role tanker transport has come into its own during the coronavirus pandemic, with multiple nations demonstrating the adapted widebody’s operational versatility.
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NewsJoint Helmet Mounted Cueing System II starts flight testing in Lockheed Martin F-16V
The helmet has already passed safety qualification testing, including sled, tower and windblast tests.
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NewsAirbus eyeing interim German P-3C fleet replacement need
Airbus Defence & Space is pursuing an opportunity to provide Germany with an interim maritime patrol aircraft capability, after Berlin axed a delayed modernisation of its Lockheed P-3C Orion fleet.
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NewsCanada takes bids for F-35s, F/A-18s and Gripens
Canada has received bids to replace its jet fighter fleet with either Lockheed Martin F-35s, Boeing F/A-18E/F Super Hornets or Saab Gripen E fighters.
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NewsIndia’s first five Rafales arrive at Ambala base
India’s first batch of five Dassault Rafale fighters touched down at Ambala Air Force Station on 29 July, advancing the nation’s long-planned introduction of the French-built type.
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NewsATAC Mirage F1s picked for Holloman, Luke AFB adversary training
Textron company Airborne Tactical Advantage (ATAC) plans to begin delivering adversary training services at two US Air Force bases within the next 60-90 days using ex-French air force Dassault Mirage F1s.
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AnalysisDassault stays steady despite Covid-19 tensions
As a producer of both business jets and combat aircraft Dassault must always perform a delicate balancing act, but with the effects of coronavirus being felt across the industry, this year that is more pronounced than ever.
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NewsUSA clears $635 million upgrade package for Chile F-16s
The US government has approved the sale of a $635 million upgrade package for Chile’s fleet of Lockheed Martin F-16 fighters.
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NewsBoeing secures six-year support contract for Australian P-8As
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) has secured an A$287 million ($205 million) sustainment contract for the Royal Australian Air Force’s fleet of 12 P-8A maritime patrol aircraft. The six-year arrangement combines three previous contracts and covers maintenance, engineering, and logistics for the 737 derivative, says Boeing. Source: Greg Waldron/FlighGlobal ...
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NewsWhy Embraer Defense is investing in two cybersecurity companies
For an undisclosed amount, the airframer took a majority stake in Tempest Security Intelligence, a cybersecurity services firm for civilian businesses. Embraer also invested R$20 million ($3.86 million) in Kryptus, a cybersecurity and cryptology firm, through Brazil’s Aerospace Investment Fund.
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NewsEurofighter ready to deliver long-term enhancement ‘menu’ to operators
The Eurofighter industry consortium remains on course to deliver a broad-ranging “menu” of capability options to its core partner nations before year-end to inform their decisions on the type’s long-term evolution (LTE) path.
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NewsTrilateral industry pact propels UK-led FCAS effort
The UK’s Tempest future combat air system (FCAS) project has gained fresh momentum, with the nation’s industry having entered into formal discussions with Italian and Swedish counterparts to launch development activities.
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NewsRaytheon tapped for aircraft self-defence missile work
Raytheon has secured a $375 million contract from the US government to develop a miniature self-defence missile (MSDM) that will form part of an aircraft’s defensive suite.
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NewsIndia’s Rafales to be inducted on 29 July
The Indian air force (IAF) will induct its first five Dassault Rafale fighters at Ambala Air Force Station on 29 July, following the imminent arrival of the type. The event will mark a major milestone in New Delhi’s torturous path to obtain an advanced Western fighter. Source: Dassault ...
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NewsWhy Tempest might need more international partnerships
Without a defence budget large enough to self-finance development of its next-generation fighter, the BAE Systems Tempest, the UK will have to forge partnerships with foreign countries to help shoulder the cost.
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NewsLockheed Martin to sell 40% stake in AMMROC to Abu Dhabi’s Edge
Lockheed Martin plans to sell its 40% stake in Advanced Military Maintenance Repair and Overhaul Center (AMMROC) to state-owned Edge of the United Arab Emirates.
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NewsUK strengthens Tempest industry effort, adding seven companies
The UK has strengthened the industrial grouping behind its Tempest future combat air system (FCAS) programme, with new agreements reached with seven companies.