The fourth NH90 prototype tactical utility/naval helicopter has flown at Eurocopter's test facility in Ottobrun, near Munich. The prototype will be used to qualify the tactical mission and aircraft systems. NH Industries is hoping for a commitment from partner nations France, Germany, Italy and The Netherlands for industrialisation and production of the NH90 at the Paris air show.
Source: Flight International
The January incident at Ellsworth AFB resulted in the destruction of the $450 million bomber and a rare quadruple ejection of the crew, who were attempting to execute an instrument landing during poor weather.
Athens signed a long-sought letter of offer and acceptance with airframer Lockheed Martin covering 20 F-35 stealth fighters, with options for a further 20 jets.
The joint North American Aerospace Defense Command dispatched fighter aircraft from both the USA and Canada on 24 July to intercept a combined flight of bombers from Russia and China operating in international airspace around Alaska.
