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New Apache-UAV datalink completes first flight
An improved datalink intended to give the Boeing AH-64 Apache Longbow Block III attack helicopter...
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Russia to purchase Algeria's unwanted MiG-29s
The Russian air force is to take delivery of "about 10" of the 28 RSK MiG-29SMT fighters...
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Fifth F-35 rolls out for mission systems tests
Lockheed Martin has rolled out the fifth aircraft for the Joint Strike Fighter flight-test programme, but one that carries special significance. The...
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USAF to unleash 'Gorgon Stare' sensor in 2010
The US Air Force plans to a field a new sensor pod in 2010 that is expected to revolutionise tactical-level intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance...
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Egypt named as F-16 sales candidate
A senior Lockheed Martin executive has named Egypt for the first time as a possible buyer for another round of new F-16s, perhaps throwing another lifeline...
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A400M's TP400 engine taken to full thrust during second flight
The Airbus Military A400M airlifter's Europrop International TP400-D6...
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Boeing spins quality line
Philadelphia rotorcraft plant takes confidence from new focus on process management
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Turkish pilot convicted over Aegean F-16 collision
A Greek court has convicted and sentenced a Turkish fighter pilot in absentia to four years in prison following a 2006 crash over the Aegean Sea ...
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Industry team opens first NH90 training centre
The first of three NH90 helicopter training centres for the German army has been opened ...
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An aviation career of many parts
Phil Older is quality manager with Isle of Man-based training company Manhattan Aviation Services. His varied career has included stints as a college lecturer, glider instructor and engineer
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France signs deal for C-135 tanker upgrade
The French air force's Boeing C-135 tankers are to receive an avionics upgrade from Air France Industries ...
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Piasecki reveals new look for hot-rod Chinook
Piasecki Aircraft has revealed new images of a Boeing CH-47 Chinook transport helicopter augmented by ducted-fan thrusters, which can be vectored to boost...
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NewsCongress rallies to support F-22 extension
Hundreds of US legislators have urged President Barack Obama to approve funds to stretch Lockheed Martin F-22 production by another year ...
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French army to deploy Tigers in second quarter
The first operational deployment of the Eurocopter Tiger attack helicopter will take place in the second quarter of 2009, the manufacturer's chief executive...
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Eurocopter looks across Atlantic for European heavylift helicopter
Eurocopter is seeking to pursue transatlantic co-operation to develop a helicopter for a European Defence Agency heavylift programme, chief executive Lutz...
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PICTURE: BAE Systems flies Paveway IV bombs on Tornado GR4
Accelerated flight tests have begun which will enable the RAF's Panavia Tornado GR4s to carry Raytheon Systems Paveway IV bombs in Afghanistan ...
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CSAR-X competitors submit bids for $15 billion contract
The US Air Force has begun evaluating three bids for its $15 billion combat search and rescue (CSAR-X) helicopter contract, although the scheduled award...
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Boeing touts Super Hornet credentials for Danish fighter deal
Boeing is stepping up its campaign to offer the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet to Denmark, with two US Navy examples scheduled to visit Copenhagen in early February. "Denmark...
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NATO picks Sigonella for Alliance Ground Surveillance base
NATO has formally selected Sigonella air base in Sicily as the main operating base for its future Alliance Ground Surveillance capability, which should be...