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Greece urged to commit to Apache upgrade, as air force eyes new utility model
Greece is being encouraged to within the next few months commit to a programme to modernise its 20 Boeing AH-64A Apache attack helicopters ...
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Greek navy prioritises maritime patrol aircraft contest
Acquiring a new fleet of maritime patrol aircraft is now the top procurement priority for the Greek navy, with the nation's six Lockheed P-3B Orions nearing...
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India aims to speed up procurements
India hopes to become a truly global and modern aerospace power by accelerating and completing various procurements in the coming years, says chief of the...
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Eurofighter: Learning curve for Germany
Eurofighters have made an auspicious debut in Germany, but a lack of aircraft is hampering the air force's training activities
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This Week Briefings
STRIKERS AND BOEING RESUME CONTRACT TALKS LABOUR Boeing and the International Association of Machinists have agreed to re-enter negotiations for the...
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US Army considers major changes for Aerial Common Sensor acquisition strategy
The US Army is considering major changes to its acquisition strategy for a new Aerial Common Sensor (ACS) fleet that could stretch out the schedule and cost...
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Boeing revives AH-6 as US Army weighs ARH alternatives
Boeing's losing proposal for the US Army's armed reconnaissance helicopter contract has been revived for the export market, even as army officials acknowledge...
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US Army aviation prepares belated push for all-new helicopter
As he prepares to leave the helm of US Army aviation, Paul Bogosian is preparing groundwork for the goal that has eluded him - development of an all-new helicopter
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USAF lost tanker depot case on 'fatally flawed' ageing aircraft defence
Newly released court documents reveal that the US Air Force acquisition community employed a bizarre defence strategy in a dispute about a contract for KC-135...
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First upgraded MB-339CD ready for Italian air force
The first of 14 Italian air Force Alenia Aermacchi MB-339CD trainers being upgraded to Batch 2 standard has completed flight testing and is ready for delivery...
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Bell, Boeing quit Indian attack helicopter contest
Bell Helicopter and Boeing have pulled out of India's $500 million attack helicopter competition, but some industry sources believe that New Delhi could...
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Qatar signs contract for four C-130J transports
Qatar's air force modernisation efforts have been boosted by a new contract for four Lockheed Martin C-130J tactical transports, with the aircraft to join...
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NewsTaiwan to get 30 Apaches, but no new F-16s
Taiwan's hopes of buying Lockheed Martin F-16C/Ds from the USA remain bleak, with Washington going ahead with a separate $6.5 billion arms package that includes...
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Airlines to be required to run fatigue management systems
The existing system for managing pilot fatigue - national regulations on flight time limitations (FTL) - is about to be superseded at a International Civil...
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Romania nears decision on MiG-21 Lancer replacement
Romania could announce the winner of a tender for up to 48 new fighter aircraft within the next six months, say government defence representatives. However,...
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Saab plays to its strength
As the market toughens Saab’s boss is keenly aware of the need to win Gripen orders and build on its aerostructures know-how
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Sweden: the game changers
Sweden's scaling down of its military has had a huge impact on the nation's aerospace industry, forcing it to develop new capabilities, extend existing ones, and scout for business the world over. The challenge has been taken up. Saab's fighter jet, the Gripen JAS39, is in the frame for several ...
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NATO exercises test Gripen credentials
Joint manouevres with NATO allies in the USA have tested the Gripen's credentials as an asset for expeditionary operations CRAIG HOYLE LONDON
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Eurofighter nations offered split deal for Tranche 3 order
Eurofighter partner nations could divide their Tranche 3 production orders for a combined 236 aircraft into two phases, while interest in a key radar enhancement...