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IDF: No decision on advanced F-15s as yet
Israel is considering acquiring a version of the F-15 Advanced Eagle, although a final decision has not yet been made. Source: BoeingFrance and Germany agree next-gen fighter design studies
The Airbus Next-Generation Fighter concept shown in Berlin in November. Along with concepts from Dassault, this design will help inform the development of demonstrator platforms for the future France–Germany combat aircraft. Source: Airbus via IHS Markit/Gareth JenningsCubic begins equipping 500 more F-35s with integrated air combat training system
The P5CTS advanced training system enables a real-time breakdown of the scenarios being run between fifth-generation aircraft, and between fifth- and fourth-generation aircraft. Source: Commonwealth of AustraliaJapan signs for three Global Hawk UAVs
Japan is to receive three Global Hawk Block 30i HALE UAVs by the beginning of September 2022. Source: Northrop Grumman
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China’s Beihang UAS readies BZK-005E long-range reconnaissance UAV for export
The Beijing-based Beihang Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Technology is now seeking the first international order for its export-specific BZK-005E multirole medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle (MALE UAV), following the successful grant of an export licence for the air vehicle
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Sea Lion passes milestones on road to deliveries to German Navy
The Sea Lion variant of the NHIndustries NH90 helicopter has passed two important milestones towards first delivery to the German Navy at the end of 2019, Airbus announced on 21 November. The German Navy version of the NH90 NATO Frigate Helicopter (NFH) recently completed its service qualification
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Colombia to receive donated C-130 from US
Colombia is to receive a Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules airlifter that is being donated by the US. The announcement was made in mid-November by General David L Goldfein, Chief of Staff of the US Air Force (USAF), during a visit to the South American country. According to national media reports,
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Cypriot Mi-35Ps flying again
Cyprus’s 11 Mi-35P attack helicopters are flying again after having been grounded for a few months due to logistical problems. Two Mi-35Ps participated in the ‘Dynamic Fist 2018’ exercise held 5–10 November. The same helicopters were also seen in the Paphos airbase flying
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Czech Republic joins European MALE RPAS project
The Czech Republic has joined the multinational team developing the European medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) remotely piloted air system (RPAS), the European Council disclosed on 19 November. The country’s addition to the European MALE RPAS (formerly EuroDrone and EuroMALE) team that is
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Unmanned whirlybirds: Rotary-wing UAVs take off in Asia
Rotary-wing UAVs have been gaining traction in the Asia-Pacific region, particularly in the maritime domain where naval forces are building ships with an eye on unmanned aviation capabilities. Land forces operating in constricted terrain are also investigating similar systems. Kelvin Wong reports -
Silencing the airwaves: Chinese SEAD capabilities
China’s territorial ambitions around its coast have long been among the driving forces of its military modernisation. Tiago Falcao Machado reports on how, to support the expanding missions of its air forces, the PLA is developing an increasingly effective SEAD capability -
Basic instincts: Resetting the core operational mindset of the USMC
Facing mounting coastal threats, the US Marine Corps is developing new methods and mindsets to face its foes and remain relevant, as Michael Fabey reports
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US Marines seek new UVS capability
The US Marine Corps Rapid Capabilities Office (MCRCO) is interested in lightening the load that infantry marines currently carry by equipping squads with new unmanned vehicle technologies. In a recent request for information posted on the Federal Business Opportunities website, the MCRCO said it is
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RoKN receives fourth and final LST-2-class tank landing ship
South Korean shipbuilder Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) has handed over the fourth and final Cheonwangbong (LST-2)-class tank landing ship to the Republic of Korea Navy (RoKN). The service received the ship, which has been named Nojeokbong (pennant number 689), in a ceremony held on 21 November at
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Cubic begins equipping 500 more F-35s with integrated air combat training system
Cubic has awarded the first contract related to equipping a second batch of 500 Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) aircraft with its P5 Combat Training System (P5CTS). Global Defense has contracted Leonardo to integrate the internal subsystems of its integrated air combat
