All articles by Greg Waldron – Page 223
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NewsPICTURES: Upgraded New Zealand C-130s undergo operational tests
The Royal New Zealand Air Force's (RNZAF) first pair of upgraded Lockheed Martin C-130H Hercules aircraft are undergoing an operational test and evaluation...
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NewsTaiwan values F-16 upgrade at NT$110 billion
Taiwan has placed the value of its Lockheed Martin F-16 A/B upgrade programme at NT$110 billion ($3.7 billion) and said talks with the US government about...
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NewsFlight Training Adelaide orders Diamond DA40CS
Australian flight school Flight Training Adelaide could purchase up to 26 Diamond DA40 CS light aircraft, with four aircraft to arrive in mid-2012.
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NewsTaiwan grounds AT-3 trainers after mid-air collision
Taiwan has grounded its Aerospace Industrial Development Corporation AT-3 advanced jet trainers following a mid-air collision that injured two aircrew ...
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RAAF Orions celebrate nine years in Middle East
Royal Australian Air Force Lockeed Martin AP-3C Orion aircraft have reached nine years of continuous operations in the Middle East. The two-aircraft...
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NewsGlobal Aviation files for Chapter 11
Global Aviation Holdings has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, citing its large fleet and high labour costs. "Although the company has worked closely...
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NewsAustralian Aerospace announces Air 9000 Phase 7 bid
Eurocopter unit Australian Aerospace will bid as a prime contractor in Australia's Air 9000 Phase 7 tender, offering the EC135 helicopter ...
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NewsJapan buys mine detection system for MCH101s
The Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force has purchased four laser mine detection systems for use on its AgustaWestland MCH101 helicopters ...
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Australia receives two former US army Chinooks
Australia has taken delivery of two additional Boeing CH-47D Chinook helicopters, bringing its total Chinook fleet to seven.
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NewsBAE, L-3 win contract extension for Australian Hornet modifications
BAE Systems and L-3 MAS Canada have won a contract extension for 14 additional Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Boeing F/A-18 Hornet fighters.
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NewsHard negotiations lie ahead for Dassault after Rafale's Indian selection
With its attainment of "L1 vendor" status in India's medium multi-role combat aircraft (MMRCA) contest for 126 fighters, the Dassault Rafale is one step...
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NewsRAAF to examine C-130J fuel usage
The Royal Australian Air Force will examine the fuel usage of its C-130J Hercules transports to identify potential savings ...
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NewsIN FOCUS: Singapore steps up deterrent capabilities
Singapore is at peace with its neighbours but - guided by history - continues to invest in the deterrent capabilities of southeast Asia's most formidable air force.
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NewsIN FOCUS: India's MMRCA selection advances decade-long search for MiG-21 replacement
India's selection of the Dassault Rafale launches the next stage in its decade-long search for a MiG-21 successor ...
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Seoul kicks off F-X III competition
South Korea's Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) has issued a request for proposals for its F-X III fighter requirement, paving the way for the acquisition of around 60 fighters.
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NewsCanberra to review F-35 delivery schedule
Australia could review the delivery timetable for the 12 Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II aircraft it is due to receive between 2015 and 2017.
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NewsUSAF woes clip C-27J’s wings in Australia
Any US decision to divest itself of the L-3 Communications C-27J Spartan will change the dynamics of Canberra's Air 8000 Phase 2 requirement for 10 battlefield airlifters
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India Pilatus trainer announcement delayed by protests
India's announcement of a new basic trainer appears to have been delayed by a protest mounted by the South Korean government about the tendering process.
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Boeing, Thales tap EC135 for Australia helicopter training bid
Boeing and Thales have selected the Eurocopter EC135 as their preferred platform in their bid for the Australian Defence Force (ADF) AIR 9000 Phase 7 Helicopter...
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India’s Lakshya-2 completes 10th test flight
India's Lakshya-2 target drone has completed its 10th flight test, performing the full range of functions required by nation's armed forces ...