All articles by Greg Waldron – Page 17
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NewsSouth Korean F-16s accidently bomb civilian town
Two Lockheed Martin F-16 fighters operated by the Republic of Korea Air Force accidentally bombed a civilian area during an exercise.
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NewsAsia-Pacific set for business jet growth
The Asia-Pacific business jet market is expected to see continued growth, according to market players at a new industry gathering in Singapore.
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NewsManila grounds FA-50s after fatal crash during night mission
The Philippine air force has grounded its Korea Aerospace Industries FA-50PH light combat aircraft following a fatal crash during a nighttime mission.
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In depthFrench nuclear carrier bolsters interoperability during Asia-Pacific cruise
France’s aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle is wrapping up a major deployment to the Asia-Pacific, which saw its air wing work closely with regional partners.
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NewsPratt & Whitney doubles down on rotating detonation engine
Pratt & Whitney will accelerate its work on rotating detonation engine (RDE) technology, as its programme to develop the advanced propulsion capability yields results.
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NewsSingapore ‘intently’ looking at P-8A, C295 to replace Fokker 50s
The Republic of Singapore Air Force is contemplating a major upgrade of its maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) fleet, as it announces replacement plans for its Fokker-50 MPA Enforcer Mk 2 MPAs.
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NewsUSAF demonstrates rapid integration of Harpoon missile with F-16
The US Air Force has integrated the Boeing AGM-84 anti-ship missile with a Lockheed Martin F-16 fighter, in an effort demonstrate the rapid integration of new capabilities.
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NewsUS clears more potential bomb sales to Israel
The US government has cleared the possible sale of over $2 billion-worth of bombs for Israel, including precision guidance kits.
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NewsIndia hits target with new helicopter-launched anti-ship missile
India has conducted a successful test of its developmental Naval Anti-Ship Missile (NASM-SR).
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NewsSouth Korea rolls out UCAV technology demonstrator
South Korea’s Agency for Defense Development and Korean Air have rolled out a technology demonstrator for a new unmanned combat air vehicle (UCAV) at an unmanned air vehicle (UAV) show in Busan.
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NewsRaytheon completes tests of AI-powered radar warning receiver
Raytheon has completed flight testing of a radar warning receiver (RWR) that uses artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to process threats.
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NewsUS Navy boosts air-to-air refuelling capabilities with KC-130T clearance
The US Navy has bolstered its air-to-air refuelling capacity with an approval for updated Lockheed Martin KC-130T tactical transports to refuel a wider range of aircraft.
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In depthAustralia’s C-27J keeps military credentials amid humanitarian focus
The Leonardo C-27J tactical transport has become a key asset for the Royal Australian Air Force to provide humanitarian assistance domestically and to regional neighbours, as it also continues to perform key military roles.
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NewsWeak radio, poor sightlines led to near collision in Australia
Weak radio transmissions and a lack of visibility nearly led to a collision between a Fairchild SA226T Metroliner and Beechcraft A36 Bonanza at Western Australia’s Geraldton airport.
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NewsAustralian UH-60Ms attain initial operating capability
The Sikorsky UH-60M Black Hawk has attained initial operating capability (IOC) with the Australian army.
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NewsChinese Z-9 intercepts Philippine parapublic Cessna 208B
A Chinese navy Harbin Z-9 helicopter has conducted a dangerous intercept of a Philippine government Cessna 208B Caravan.
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NewsNew Zealand Seasprite in first Penguin missile launch
The New Zealand Defence Force has conducted its first launch of a Kongsberg Penguin anti-ship missile from the Kaman Aerospace SH-2G(I) Super Seasprite helicopter.
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NewsUSMC fires secretive long-range missile from AH-1Z
The US Marine Corps (USMC) has conducted a successful test launch of a new long-range missile from a Bell AH-1Z attack helicopter.
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NewsTrump tosses F-35 into India’s fighter acquisition jumble
US President Donald Trump has pledged to provide India with the Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter, adding yet another type to India’s melange of fighter options.
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NewsChinese J-16 makes ‘unprofessional’ intercept of Australian P-8A
A Shenyang J-16 fighter of the People’s Liberation Army Air Force has conducted a dangerous intercept of a Royal Australian Air Force Boeing P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft.