All Fixed-wing articles – Page 127
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NewsBoeing delivers last Block II F/A-18E/F Super Hornet to the US Navy
In total, the US Navy received 322 one-seater F/A-18Es and 286 two-seat F/A-18Fs as part of the Block II Super Hornet programme, which started in 2005.
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NewsGermany outlines Tornado succession plan with Eurofighter and Super Hornet buy
Germany hopes to have fully retired its Panavia Tornado combat aircraft in 2030, with the arrival of a successor aircraft to begin in 2025.
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NewsUSAF B-1B stars in Asia-Pacific show of force
The US Air Force (USAF) and Japan Air Self-Defence Force (JASDF) have mounted a show of force intended to demonstrate a doctrine for quickly deploying combat assets to the Asia-Pacific region. The activity involved a Boeing B-1B bomber operating a 30h sortie from Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota, to Japan’s Draughon ...
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NewsUS Air Force battlefield network lacks goals, a budget and a plan: GAO
The US Air Force’s ambitious battlefield network development effort, called Advanced Battle Management System, lacks the organisational structure needed to be executed well.
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NewsLockheed Martin projects fewer F-35 deliveries due to coronavirus impact
Lockheed Martin is projecting fewer F-35 Lightning II stealth fighter deliveries in 2020 due to impacts on its global supply chain caused by disruptions related to the coronavirus pandemic.
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NewsGermany picks Super Hornet and more Eurofighters for Tornado replacement
Germany is to pursue a split order for the replacement of its Panavia Tornado combat aircraft, selecting both European and US models for the requirement. Defence minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer has written to the German parliament informing them of the government’s intention, according to the DPA news agency. Source: ...
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NewsAVIC AG600 testing moves to the sea
The AVIC AG600 amphibian has moved to a new stage in its testing campaign, operating flights over the sea. Later in 2020, the aircraft is scheduled to conduct its first takeoff from the ocean surface, according to a China Daily report quoting the aircraft’s manufacturer. Video: China’s AG600 ...
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NewsUS Air Force ends Long-Range Standoff Weapon competition early, choosing Raytheon’s design
The US Air Force (USAF) has ended its Long-Range Standoff Weapon (LRSO) development competition early, issuing a sole-source contract to Raytheon.
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NewsAirbus advances automatic boom use after F-16 trial
Certification testing of an automatic air-to-air refuelling boom technology for the A330 multi-role tanker transport is on track to commence next year, following a recent campaign conducted by Airbus Defence & Space.
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NewsFirst Nigerian Super Tucano conducts maiden sortie
The first A-29 Super Tucano due for delivery to the Nigerian air force has conducted its maiden flight from Jacksonville, Florida.
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NewsAVIC FTC-2000G snags first export order
The AVIC Guizhou FTC-2000G has bagged its first export deal to an unnamed Southeast Asian country. The order was revealed in a report by the state-run Global Times newspaper that was also posted on the website of the Chinese defence ministry. Source: Greg Waldron The FTC-2000G made its ...
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News‘Air Force One’ is set to finish critical design review
The US Air Force Boeing VC-25B executive transport has completed almost all of its critical design review with just a few outstanding issues to be resolved.
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NewsLeonardo lands Spanish PC-21 radio deal
Pilatus has contracted Leonardo to supply its RT-700/A V/UHF airborne communications system and other equipment for installation on PC-21 trainers ordered for the Spanish air force.
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NewsMorocco approved to buy 10 Harpoon anti-ship missiles for its F-16s
The US State Department has approved the possible sale of 10 Boeing AGM-84L Harpoon Block II air-launched missiles for Morocco’s fleet of Lockheed Martin F-16 fighters.
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NewsBoeing military aircraft deliveries lower in first quarter of 2020
Boeing delivered 35% fewer military aircraft year-on-year in the first quarter of 2020.
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NewsFirst F-15QA fighter flown for Qatar
Boeing has conducted a 90min first flight with Qatar’s lead F-15QA fighter, describing the model as “the most advanced version” of the twin-engined type ever manufactured.
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NewsLuxembourg’s A400M completes 5h debut flight
Luxembourg’s lone A400M tactical transport made a 5h flight debut from Airbus Defence & Space’s San Pablo final assembly site in Seville, Spain, on 13 April.
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NewsU-2 to get avionics, mission computer update
Lockheed Martin recently secured a $50 million US Air Force contract to update the venerable U-2 spy plane. The project involves three elements: a new avionics suite, a new mission computer, and modern cockpit displays, says Lockheed. Source: Lockheed Martin The U-2S spyplane Designed to the new ...
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NewsUSA approves $675 million support package for Korean F-35s
The US government has cleared a potential $675 million deal for the sustainment of South Korea’s fleet of Lockheed Martin F-35A fighters. The Foreign Military Sale package includes follow-on support for the aircraft, engines, weapons, spare parts, software, training, and other elements. It follows a request from the Seoul. ...
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NewsAustralia’s loyal wingman clears power-on milestone
The Royal Australian Air Force’s Loyal Wingman – Advanced Development Programme has made a significant advance, with the Boeing Australia-led project recently achieving power-on status.