Fixed-wing – Page 5
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In depth
Modernised airlift capacity boosts Southeast Asian militaries
Southeast Asian air forces are gradually recapitalising their tactical transport capabilities, amid a growing requirement to move personnel and equipment across broad geographies.
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Washington seeks to cut F-35 acquisition target in 2025
The Biden Administration is reportedly seeking to reduce its annual purchase of Lockheed Martin F-35 stealth fighters from 83 to fewer than 70, citing constraints to the defence spending.
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BAE to provide additional electronic warfare packages for new Compass Call aircraft
Based on a Gulfstream G550 business jet and bearing the designation EA-37B, the electronic warfare aircraft will replace the previous EC-130 Compass Call platform that was based on a cargo transport.
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Pratt & Whitney on track to field F-35 engine upgrade by 2029
Despite ongoing budgetary uncertainty in Washington, engine maker Pratt & Whitney says its F-35 Engine Core Upgrade programme remains on schedule, with a projected entry into service by 2029.
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Dutch court blocks export of F-35 parts to Israel
Amsterdam has said it will appeal the ruling by a Dutch court, which gave the government seven days to cease the transfer of US-owned F-35 components to Israel, citing concerns about that country’s conduct during ongoing military operations inside the Gaza Strip.
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Analysis
Riyadh advances on Vision 2030 target, but equipment deals remain elusive
Saudi Arabia’s World Defense Show provided a fresh insight into the nation’s ambitious Vision 2030 activity, and highlighted the desire of industry from around the globe to support the effort.
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Interview
New EDGE chief executive Al Marar ready to drive international growth
United Arab Emirates defence house EDGE attended the second World Defense Show (WDS) near Riyadh in early February with a broad range of products – and a freshly-arrived new chief executive.
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First Hungarian C-390 transport completes debut flight
Embraer has performed the first flight of a C-390 tactical transport for its third customer nation, with Hungary’s lead example having completed a 4h sortie on 8 February.
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Embraer, Mahindra team up for Indian air force C-390 bid
Embraer has strengthened its bid to equip the Indian air force with its C-390 tactical transport by announcing a memorandum of understanding with Mahindra Defence Systems.
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Embraer showcases C-390 transport in Saudi Arabia
Embraer is displaying its C-390 tactical transport and A-29 Super Tucano at the World Defense Show (WDS) near Riyadh, as the Brazilian airframer eyes potential sales opportunities in Saudi Arabia.
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Boeing pushes delivery of fourth T-7A to February
Boeing has delayed the delivery of the US Air Force’s fourth new trainer jet after quality control checks found components supplied by a sub-contractor failed to meet the company’s standards.
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Boeing discloses customer interest in restarting C-17 production
Almost half a decade after it delivered its last new-build C-17, Boeing still receives enquiries about potentially reviving production of the strategic transport, a senior company official says.
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Saudi Arabia discussing potential F-15EX buy, Boeing says
Boeing’s defence unit aims to build on its decades-long relationship with Saudi Arabia, and sees “some very significant military deals on the table”.
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Pentagon releases photos of intercontinental B-1B combat mission
An unspecified number of Boeing B-1B long-range bombers flew an intercontinental combat mission from Dyess AFB in Texas to strike targets in Syria and Iraq on 2 February, as the USA began a retaliatory air campaign against militant groups involved in the deaths of three US Army personnel in Jordan.
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US bombers strike targets in Iraq and Syria
American aircraft, including long-range bombers flying from US territory, struck over 85 targets across Iraq and Syria as Washington began a retaliatory campaign against Iran-affiliated militia groups responsible for the recent deaths of three US soldiers.
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Beta completes USAF electric aircraft test deployment
During the three months of evaluations with the US Air Force, airframer start-up Beta says one of its all-electric Alia aircraft demonstrated its ability to support a range of operations, including casualty evacuation, logistics resupply and personnel transport.
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Czech Republic signs for 24 F-35s
The commitment from Prague marks the 18th country to join the global F-35 programme and comes just days after fellow NATO member Greece cleared a critical hurdle in its bid to acquire the advanced stealth fighter.
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In depth
GCAP industry partners ‘70% through negotiations’, BAE official says
The three-nation Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) continues to make solid progress, with Italy, Japan and the UK making considerable strides towards agreeing its industrial construct.
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USA approves F-16 sale to Turkey alongside F-35s for Greece
The long-stalled deal to provide Turkey with 40 Lockheed Martin F-16V fighters was approved by arms regulators, who simultaneously advanced a proposal to sell 40 F-35A stealth fighters to Greece – orders worth a gargantuan $31.6 billion to Lockheed.
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Biden asks Congress to approve F-16 sale to Turkey
US President Joe Biden has asked lawmakers in Congress to approve a sale of 40 Lockheed Martin F-16V fighters to Turkey, after the NATO country approved a request by Sweden to join the Euro-Atlantic military alliance.