All Fixed-wing articles – Page 785
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Nordic special: Quiet partner
The Volvo brand may be more visible on the world's roads than its aircraft, but the Swedish engine maker is a power behind all the big-name OEMs
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NewsIt's countdown for Spaceport America and it faces its toughest challenges as 2007 looms
New Mexico's Spaceport America will be the world's first purpose built launch site for commercial human spaceflight but to be realised the southern US state's government has to shoot for the Moon, financially, legally and technically
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NewsPICTURE: First Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II makes first taxi run
The F-35 Lightning II moved under its own power for the first time on Thursday 7 December initiating the last series of tests before its maiden flight, expected next week
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NewsNorthrop Grumman outlines B-2 bomber enhancements as USAF reveals plan to also boost strike fleet with new aircraft design
High-energy laser weapons are a potential future upgrade for the Northrop Grumman B-2 bomber, which is expected to remain in service beyond 2050. Improved passive and active stealth techniques are also expected to be needed beyond 2020 to keep the type viable as a penetrating bomber, the company says.
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Collins to upgrade Thai C-130Hs
US company will partner local contractor in modernising up to 12 Hercules with air traffic management suite
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C-27J may win support role as Italy restructures military
Nation's air force to provide transport aircraft, helicopters to back Special Forces tasks