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Aurora Flight Sciences unveils robotic pilot assistant
Aurora Flight Sciences has unveiled a prototype of a robotic “pilot assistant” that functions as a second-pilot in a two-seat aircraft.
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Israel takes delivery of fourth C-130J
Israel's fourth Lockheed Martin C-130J "Samson" tactical transport arrived at an air force base in the country in mid-October. It will be followed by another two examples by the end of this year.
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DoD awards $743 million contract linked to ninth lot of F-35s
The US Department of Defense has awarded a Lockheed Martin a $743 million contract linked to the ninth batch of F-35 fighters, as negotiations on a final production contract for Lots 9 and 10 continue.
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NewsIndia moves closer to acquiring Heron TP
The Indian air force is moving ahead with implementation of a plan to purchase the Israel Aerospace Industries Heron TP unmanned air vehicle, having joined the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) in June.
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NewsLeonardo reveals details of Osprey sale for Fire Scout
Leonardo has finally released details of its 26 May contract award from the US Navy to provide its Osprey 30 flat-panelled radar for the Northrop Grumman MQ-8C Fire Scout unmanned air vehicle.
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NewsIndustry presents UAV upgrades to Royal Navy
As the Royal Navy moves towards retiring its only unmanned air vehicle from service in 2017, industry has presented a number of upgrades to UK-operated systems to try and tempt the service into continuing operations with such technology.
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NewsFlightGlobal launches Insight channel
A new dedicated space on flightglobal.com designed to showcase FlightGlobal’s market expertise, depth of data, and opinion, as well as encouraging debate around key topics, has been launched by FlightGlobal
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JAPAN AEROSPACE: Bell, Fuji engineers busy with UH-X specifications
Bell Helicopter is working with engineers from Fuji Heavy Industries on modification work prior to starting production of Tokyo’s 150 UH-X helicopters.
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JAPAN AEROSPACE: Honeywell eyes Japanese aircraft export potential
Honeywell senses an opportunity to partner with Japanese aerospace firms as they seek to boost their export footprint.
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JAPAN AEROSPACE: Boeing promotes F-15 as air-to-air missile truck
Boeing believes there are several upgrades that can be applied to Tokyo's fleet of F-15J air superiority fighters, which could both extend the type’s service life and greatly enhance its capabilities.
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JAPAN AEROSPACE: India US-2 deal sees no progress
Shinmaywa continues slow production of its US-2 amphibian, as it awaits word about a possible sale of the type to India.
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JAPAN AEROSPACE: Scientists ready X-2 for flight test campaign
Japan’s Acquisition Technology & Logistics Agency (ATLA) is preparing the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries X-2 aircraft for its third flight.
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JAPAN AEROSPACE: Kawasaki sees unique niche for C-2 transport
Kawasaki Heavy Industries expects to deliver its second C-2 transport aircraft to the Japanese Air Self Defence Force (JASDF) in 2017.
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JAPAN AEROSPACE: Kawasaki takes aim at international P-1 deals
Kawasaki Heavy Industries has delivered 10 P-1 maritime patrol/anti-submarine aircraft to the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF), as it eyes the chance to compete in international competitions.
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NewsNorway requests 12 F-35As in proposed block buy
Norway could buy 12 more Lockheed Martin F-35As for delivery in 2021 and 2022 under a new spending plan submitted to Parliament.
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NewsBangladesh orders single C295W transport
Bangladesh has ordered a single Airbus Defence & Space C295W medium transport, which is expected to be delivered in the second half of 2017.
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NewsPICTURES: How North Korean air power starred in Wonsan
North Korea's inaugural Wonsan Air Festival, staged in the coastal city from 24-25 September, was billed as a non-political event "organised to promote the spirit of international peace and friendship through aviation and air sports".
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NewsUSAF taps Boeing to select new F-15 sensor supplier
The US Air Force has delegated to Boeing the task of selecting a supplier for a $198 million upgrade of the F-15C/D that will enable the twin-engined fighter to detect at long range the heat generated by an aircraft engine.
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NewsIAI increases BirdEye 650D endurance
Israel Aerospace Industries has been working on increasing the endurance of its BirdEye 650D unmanned air vehicle, providing capabilities that stretch beyond those of regular small tactical systems.
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Afghans could receive four more Embraer A-29s
The Afghan Air Force could receive four more Embraer A-29 light attack turboprop aircraft, adding to 20 already on contract, the US Air Force says in a new contracting notice.