All articles by Greg Waldron – Page 7
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NewsIndonesian air force’s first A400M completes maiden flight
Milestone flight validates key systems including engines, flight controls and avionics on the first of two aircraft ordered by Jakarta.
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NewsUS Navy completes 73-hour solar-powered Skydweller UAS test
The US Navy has successfully completed a three-day continuous flight test using Skydweller Aero’s solar-powered uncrewed aircraft system (UAS), demonstrating its potential for extended intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions.
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NewsIndonesia deepens Turkish ties amid Kaan fighter acquisition
Indonesian Aerospace has signed multiple agreements with Turkish defence companies, expanding collaboration on the Kaan fighter programme and maritime patrol aircraft development.
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NewsIndonesian Aerospace flies Black Eagle MALE UAV for first time
Indonesian Aerospace has conducted the maiden flight of its indigenously developed Black Eagle medium-altitude, long-endurance unmanned air vehicle, though the programme still lacks firm orders.
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NewsThailand bans drone flights along Cambodian border amid clashes
Thailand has imposed an immediate ban on drone operations in 14 areas along its border with Cambodia, where military clashes have escalated into the combat debut of the Royal Thai Air Force’s Gripen fighters.
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NewsIndonesia signs contract for 48 Turkish Kaan fighters
Indonesia has formalised its commitment to the Turkish Aerospace Kaan programme, signing a contract for 48 of the developmental twin-engined fighters at a Turkish defence show.
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In depthMajor airpower exercises test Asia-Pacific readiness and interoperability
Multiple large-scale military exercises across the Asia-Pacific region are testing allied forces’ ability to rapidly deploy and operate in contested environments, with unprecedented F-35 pilot exchanges and austere airfield operations.
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NewsGuyana Defence Force receives Tecnam P2012 STOL aircraft
The South American nation has taken delivery of the short take-off and landing aircraft to support military operations in challenging terrain.
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NewsSouth Korea to perform local T55 engine MRO work
The US Department of Defense has approved maintenance, repair and overhaul work for Honeywell T55 engines to be performed locally in South Korea, streamlining support for CH-47 Chinook helicopters operated by both countries.
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NewsJapan warns of China’s expanding airpower reach
China’s air force is extending its operational reach beyond the First Island Chain into the Pacific, according to Japan’s latest defence white paper, which highlights Beijing’s growing bomber and aircraft carrier capabilities.
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NewsJapan leans into UAVs as defence posture evolves
Japan’s defence ministry plans to acquire six shipborne small UAVs in fiscal year 2025 as part of a broader strategy to integrate unmanned systems across its military forces.
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NewsTokyo to reduce number of F-15Js to be upgraded
Japan remains committed to an ambitious upgrade programme for its Boeing F-15J fighters but has reduced the number of aircraft involved.
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NewsIndia tests Astra air-to-air missile with indigenous seeker head
India has successfully tested the locally developed Astra beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile using an indigenous radio frequency seeker.
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NewsSouth Korea’s Marine Attack Helicopter completes live-fire tests
The Korea Aerospace Industries Marine Attack Helicopter (MAH) has successfully completed a series of live-fire tests.
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NewsChinese JH-7s in “unusual” approaches against Japanese YS-11EBs
Tokyo has protested close passes of Chinese Xian JH-7 strike aircraft near NAMC YS-11EB surveillance aircraft in international airspace.
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NewsChinese jet designer calls for fighters to be produced, updated ‘like mobile phones’
A prominent Chinese aircraft designer has highlighted the importance of advanced technologies for future fighters, as more images emerge showing Beijing’s naval aviation ambitions.
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NewsTaiwan retires F-5 fleet after five decades of service
Taiwan has formally retired its last Northrop F-5 fighters following over 50 years of service with the nation’s air force.
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NewsSouth Korea may drop follow-on AH-64E acquisition
South Korea appears poised to scrap a plan to obtain 36 additional Boeing AH-64E Apache attack helicopters.
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NewsHanwha to develop turboprop engine for large UAVs
Hanwha Aerospace is to develop a range of engines for unmanned air vehicles, including a large engine for medium-altitude, long-endurance systems.
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NewsPhilippines sets sight on AEW&C aircraft
The Philippine air force aims to obtain airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft, while a decision to obtain a new fighter has yet to be made.