November 2013 Air Force Military Aviation Defence Industry News
 
 

Eurofighter Typhoon's New AESA Radar Starts System Integration

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Eurofighter Typhoon's New AESA Radar Starts System Integration
 
The new AESA radar for the Eurofighter Typhoon is entering the system integration phase. During a 4-national program review at Cassidian's Ulm site the test and integration results of the "Captor-E" Antenna subsystem were successfully presented to the representatives of the 4 Eurofighter core nations UK, Italy, Spain and Germany.
The new AESA radar for the Eurofighter Typhoon is entering the system integration phase. During a 4-national program review at Cassidian's Ulm site the test and integration results of the "Captor-E" Antenna subsystem were successfully presented to the representatives of the 4 Eurofighter core nations UK, Italy, Spain and Germany.
   

Norway chooses AgustaWestland AW 101 for SAR missions To Replace Its Sea Kings fleet

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Norway chooses AgustaWestland AW 101 for SAR missions To Replace Its Sea Kings fleet
 
The Norwegian government has begun final negotiations with AgustaWestland after the company’s AW101 was selected to become the country’s next-generation search-and-rescue helicopter. The helicopter is to replace the aging fleet of Sea Kings; 16 AW101 are to be pruchased.
The Norwegian government has begun final negotiations with AgustaWestland after the company’s AW101 was selected to become the country’s next-generation search-and-rescue helicopter. The helicopter is to replace the aging fleet of Sea Kings; 16 AW101 are to be pruchased.
   

Ukraine, Thailand discuss cooperation in military aircraft procurement, production and maintenance

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Ukraine, Thailand discuss cooperation in military aircraft procurement, production and maintenance
 
According to Interfax Ukraine, Ukraine and Thailand are considering the possibility of establishing military and technical cooperation in the area of the procurement, maintenance, and joint development of aircraft.
According to Interfax Ukraine, Ukraine and Thailand are considering the possibility of establishing military and technical cooperation in the area of the procurement, maintenance, and joint development of aircraft.
   

United Kingdom receives its first Boeing RC-135W Rivet Joint Intelligence plane

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United Kingdom receives its first Boeing RC-135W Rivet Joint Intelligence plane
 
According to Aviation Week, the UK has taken delivery of its first RC-135W Rivet Joint plane. The plane delivered today at its operational base, RAF Waddington, is the first of the three plane intended to replace Nimrod R1 intelligence gathering airplane retired in 2011.
According to Aviation Week, the UK has taken delivery of its first RC-135W Rivet Joint plane. The plane delivered today at its operational base, RAF Waddington, is the first of the three planes intended to replace Nimrod R1 intelligence gathering airplane retired in 2011.
   

China Deploys Upgraded Xian H-6 Bomber with Long-Range Land Attack Missile

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China Deploys Upgraded Xian H-6 Bomber with Long-Range Land Attack Missile
 
With Washington Free Beacon, freebeacon.com: China’s military recently deployed an upgraded strategic bomber that will carry the military’s new long-range land attack cruise missile, capable of attacking Hawaii and Guam, according to a draft congressional report.
With Washington Free Beacon, freebeacon.com: China’s military recently deployed an upgraded strategic bomber that will carry the military’s new long-range land attack cruise missile, capable of attacking Hawaii and Guam, according to a draft congressional report.
   

Northrop Grumman Receives $114 Million to Build Three More Global Hawks for US. Air Force

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Northrop Grumman Receives $114 Million to Build Three More Global Hawks for US. Air Force
 
The U.S. Air Force has awarded Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) a $114 million advance procurement contract in preparation to build three more high-flying RQ-4 Global Hawk unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and associated sensors. The combat-proven intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft allows military commanders to receive high-resolution imagery, survey vast geographic regions and pinpoint targets on the ground.
The U.S. Air Force has awarded Northrop Grumman Corporation a $114 million advance procurement contract in preparation to build three more high-flying RQ-4 Global Hawk unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and associated sensors. The combat-proven intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft allows military commanders to receive high-resolution imagery, survey vast geographic regions and pinpoint targets on the ground.
   

Romania - Portugal Lockheed Martin F-16 deal arrives into congress with many details revealed

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Romania - Portugal Lockheed Martin F-16 deal arrives into congress with many details revealed
 
As revealed ealier last month by Air Recognition Portugal will sell Romania 12 F-16 Block 15 and was waiting for US officials approval. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress on November 8, of of a possible Foreign Military Sale to Romania of weapons, equipment, and support for 12 F-16 MLU Block 15 for an estimated cost of $457 million. See the list of equipment (missiles, pod, GPS...) included in this deal in tis article.
As revealed ealier last month by Air Recognition Portugal will sell Romania 12 F-16 Block 15 and was waiting for US officials approval. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress on November 8, of of a possible Foreign Military Sale to Romania of weapons, equipment, and support for 12 F-16 MLU Block 15 for an estimated cost of $457 million. See the list of equipment (missiles, pod, GPS...) included in this deal in tis article.
   

Iraq Takes Collection of First 4 Russian Helicopters Mi-35 Gunships

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Iraq Takes Collection of First 4 Russian Helicopters Mi-35 Gunships
 
Iraq took collection Thursday night of the first four Russian-made Mi-35 helicopter gunships sold to the Middle Eastern nation as part of a multibillion dollar weapons deal.
Iraq took collection Thursday night of the first four Russian-made Mi-35 helicopter gunships sold to the Middle Eastern nation as part of a multibillion dollar weapons deal.
   

Final assembly for the first Israeli M-346 advanced jet trainer begins

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Final assembly for the first Israeli M-346 advanced jet trainer begins
 
Alenia Aermacchi’s plant in Venegono has begun assembling Israel's first M-346 advanced jet trainer.
Alenia Aermacchi’s plant in Venegono has begun assembling Israel's first M-346 advanced jet trainer.
The three major components of the first aircraft--called Lavi in Israeli Air & Space Force-- are currently being joined to form the aircraft's structure.
   

New Boeing B-52 Upgrade to Increase Smart Weapons Capacity by Half

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New Boeing B-52 Upgrade to Increase Smart Weapons Capacity by Half
 
Boeing will continue to increase the B-52 bomber’s effectiveness and versatility under a new U.S. Air Force contract that calls for the aircraft’s smart weapons capacity to expand by 50 percent.
   

Taiwan takes delivery of first Boeing AH-64E Apache attack helicopter

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Taiwan takes delivery of first Boeing AH-64E Apache attack helicopter
 
Taiwan's first six AH-64E Apache attack helicopters, purchased from the United States, have been delivered, Defense Minister Yen Ming said Monday.The model E is currently most advanced model of the AH-64 Apache and will greatly improve the military's mobility and power, Yen told legislators during a meeting of the Foreign and National Defense Committee.
Taiwan's first six AH-64E Apache attack helicopters, purchased from the United States, have been delivered, Defense Minister Yen Ming said Monday.The model E is currently most advanced model of the AH-64 Apache and will greatly improve the military's mobility and power, Yen told legislators during a meeting of the Foreign and National Defense Committee.
   

Australian RAAF starts Boeing EA-18G Growler training in the United States

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Australian RAAF starts Boeing EA-18G Growler training in the United States
 
An important step in the introduction of the Royal Australian Air Force’s electronic warfare capability has commenced, with the first pilot instructor commencing flying on the EA-18G Growler in the United States.
An important step in the introduction of the Royal Australian Air Force’s electronic warfare capability has commenced, with the first pilot instructor commencing flying on the EA-18G Growler in the United States.
   

U.S. presents Lebanese Army with Cessna 208 Caravan aircraft

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U.S. presents Lebanese Army with Cessna 208 Caravan aircraft
 
The United States presented Lebanon with a Cessna aircraft Wednesday, part of the Western nation’s efforts to strengthen the Lebanese Army. “We will remain committed to strengthening the capacity of the LAF so it can pursue its mission of securing Lebanon’s borders, defending the sovereignty and independence of the state, and achieving Lebanese unity and stability.
The United States presented Lebanon with a Cessna aircraft Wednesday, part of the Western nation’s efforts to strengthen the Lebanese Army. “We will remain committed to strengthening the capacity of the LAF so it can pursue its mission of securing Lebanon’s borders, defending the sovereignty and independence of the state, and achieving Lebanese unity and stability.
   

Russian Helicopters showcases Mi-17, Ansat for American operators at FIHAV exhibition in Cuba

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Russian Helicopters showcases Mi-17, Ansat for American operators at FIHAV exhibition in Cuba
 
Russian Helicopters, a subsidiary of Oboronprom, part of Rostec State Corporation, is showcasing a range of advanced models at the 31st Feria Internacional de la Habana exhibition (FIHAV 2013) currently taking place in the Cuban capital. The Company’s stand forms part of the Russian display in pavilion 24 at EXPOCUBA.
Russian Helicopters, a subsidiary of Oboronprom, part of Rostec State Corporation, is showcasing a range of advanced models at the 31st Feria Internacional de la Habana exhibition (FIHAV 2013) currently taking place in the Cuban capital. The Company’s stand forms part of the Russian display in pavilion 24 at EXPOCUBA.
   

Philippines Air Force Signs Contract for Eight AgustaWesland AW109 Power helicopters

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Philippines Air Force Signs Contract for Eight AgustaWesland AW109 Power helicopters

 
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, is pleased to announce that the Philippine Air Force has signed a contract for eight AW109 Power light twin helicopters. These aircraft will be used to perform a range of duties including homeland security, armed reconnaissance and close support. Deliveries will start in 2014. The contract also includes initial logistics support and training for aircrew and maintenance personnel.
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, is pleased to announce that the Philippine Air Force has signed a contract for eight AW109 Power light twin helicopters. These aircraft will be used to perform a range of duties including homeland security, armed reconnaissance and close support. Deliveries will start in 2014. The contract also includes initial logistics support and training for aircrew and maintenance personnel.
   

Thales Raytheon Systems’s Ground Master GM400 radar in service in the German Air Force

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Thales Raytheon Systems’s Ground Master GM400 radar in service in the German Air Force

 
ThalesRaytheonSystems announces the entry into service of its Ground Master 400 (GM 400) long-range air defense radar system in the German Air Force. This system is the first of six radar systems ordered by the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) to provide enhanced air surveillance throughout the center of Germany, from the North Sea to the Alps.
ThalesRaytheonSystems announces the entry into service of its Ground Master 400 (GM 400) long-range air defense radar system in the German Air Force. This system is the first of six radar systems ordered by the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) to provide enhanced air surveillance throughout the center of Germany, from the North Sea to the Alps.
   

The National Police of Peru Receives Its First Eurocopter EC145 Helicopter.

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The National Police of Peru Receives Its First Eurocopter EC145 Helicopter
 
The Peruvian Interior Ministry has received the first of four twin-engine Eurocopter EC145 helicopters that are set to modernize the fleet of the National Police of Peru. The formal handover was attended by French Defense Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian, who took the occasion of his official visit to Peru to reiterate the cooperation between France and Peru in matters of defense and security. These new aircraft — the first units of this model to reach Peru — will be stationed at the Police Aviation Unit’s main base, from where they will perform public security missions as well as disaster relief throughout the country. The remaining three helicopters will be delivered before the end of the year.
The Peruvian Interior Ministry has received the first of four twin-engine Eurocopter EC145 helicopters that are set to modernize the fleet of the National Police of Peru. These new aircraft—the first units of this model to reach Peru—will be stationed at the Police Aviation Unit’s main base, from where they will perform public security missions as well as disaster relief throughout the country. The remaining three helicopters will be delivered before the end of the year.
   

First Tranche 3 Eurofighter Typhoon completes engine testing

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First Tranche 3 Eurofighter Typhoon completes engine testing
 
The Tranche 3 jet offers a number of provisions that future proof the aircraft and will allow it to take on additional capability in the future including e-scan radar, conformal fuel tanks and a high speed data network. The engine ground runs were carried out in 3 distinct phases.
The Tranche 3 jet offers a number of provisions that future proof the aircraft and will allow it to take on additional capability in the future including e-scan radar, conformal fuel tanks and a high speed data network. The engine ground runs were carried out in 3 distinct phases.

 
   

Israel Will Buy 6 Bell-Boeing V-22 Osprey Aircraft, US Defense Secretary C.Hagel Announces

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Israel Will Buy 6 Bell-Boeing V-22 Osprey Aircraft, US Defense Secretary C.Hagel Announces
 
Calling Israel’s self-defense capabilities and its qualitative military edge “central to both Israel and U.S. security interests,” Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel announced tonight that Israel will buy six V-22 Osprey tilt-rotor aircraft for its air force.
Calling Israel’s self-defense capabilities and its qualitative military edge “central to both Israel and U.S. security interests,” Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel announced tonight that Israel will buy six V-22 Osprey tilt-rotor aircraft for its air force.
   

Lockheed-Martin to open major subsidiary in Israel and making move to acquire local companies.

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Lockheed-Martin to open major subsidiary in Israel and making move to acquire local companies
 
American firm Lockheed-Martin plans to open a major subsidiary in Israel that will employ hundreds of people, while simultaneously looking to purchase Israeli companies and integrate itself into the Israeli economy, according to a Sunday report..
American firm Lockheed-Martin plans to open a major subsidiary in Israel that will employ hundreds of people, while simultaneously looking to purchase Israeli companies and integrate itself into the Israeli economy, according to a Sunday report.
   

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