Japan’s First KC-46 Tanker Takes Flight
The first Boeing KC-46 tanker destined for the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) took to the skies on its maiden flight yesterday. The aircraft now transitions into the certification phase of development
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S.Korea Still Discussing Fighter Jet Participation with Indonesia
Amidst reports that Indonesia had pulled out of the KF-X fighter jet deal, a South Korean official said talks between the two sides were still on. “We are in the process of sounding out each other's position," Kang Eun-ho, chief of Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA), said during a press briefing...
Russian Su-57 Jet Flies Itself, Pilot Focuses on Combat
Russias Sukhoi Company has incorporated automation technologies into Su-57 jets cockpit, allowing it to “fly itself,” while the pilot focuses on combat. “The Su-57 has achieved maximum automation
India’s HAL to Supply Digital Overhead Head Up Display Systems to Elbit...
Indias Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has entered into an agreement with Israeli firm Elbit Systems for the supply of Digital Overhead Head Up Display Systems (DOHS). The agreement with Elbit Systems Electro Optics Elop Ltd was signed during Aero India 2021 in Bengaluru last week
Indian Su-30MKI Upgrade Program to be Finalized in 6-9 Months
Upgrading of the Su-30MKI fleet of the Indian Air Force (IAF) will be finalized in the next 6-9 months with some aircraft undergoing the upgrade in Russia and the rest in India. Discussions with the IAF and the Russians (United Aircraft Corporation-UAC) are currently at an advanced stage, V Seshagiri Rao, CEO, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) MiG Complex told the media in response to a question by defenseworld
Boeing, Air Works Sign India’s P-8I Poseidon Maintenance Agreements
Boeing today announced strategic agreements with Indias Air Works for the maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) of two key Boeing defence platforms in India, the P-8I operated by the Indian Navy (IN) and the VIP transport fleet operated by the Indian Air Force (IAF). Boeing Indias strategic collaboration with Air Works is an important first step under its recently launched initiative, the Boeing India Repair Development and Sustainment (BIRDS) hub, which is an in-country network and alliance of suppliers led by Boeing in India that envisions a competitive MRO ecosystem for engineering, maintenance, skilling, repair and sustainment services of defence and...
HAL Receives RFP for HTT40 Basic Trainer Aircraft from Indian Air Force
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has received a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Indian Air Force (IAF) for HTT40 Basic Trainers requirement today at the ongoing Aero India 2021. The RFP is for 70 aircraft with additional clause for 38 more
Twin-seat Boeing Naval Super Hornet Can Link Up with Indian Drones, Helicopters
The twin seater Boeing F/A-18 Super Hornet helicopter being offered to the Indian Navy can receive information from drones, MH-60R Maritime Helicopter besides the P-8I maritime surveillance aircraft to increase the lethality of the carrier based fighter jet. Ankur Kanaglekar, Vice President, India fighter sales told
Indian MoD Inks $6.56B Deal for Tejas Jets at Aero India 2021
Indian Ministry of Defence today sealed a $6.56 billion (INR 48,000 Crore) with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for 83 Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA)
New F-15EX Jet’s First Flight Clears Path for Deliveries to U.S. Air...
The new Boeing F-15EX fighter jet completed its first flight today, paving the way for the early delivery of the first two jets to the U.S
AeroVironment Unveils Software Enhancements for Puma UAS to Strengthen GPS-Denied Operations
Indonesia Conducts Keel Laying for Second Merah Putih Frigate
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Russian Su-57 and Chinese J-20 as Alternatives to the American F-35 Stealth Fighter
As the Russian Su-57 stealth fighter jet enters serial production, the debate over how it stacks up against the American...
NATO’s Intensified Exercises a Prep to Attack Russia?
Recent NATO exercises such as the BALTOPS-24, Steadfast Defender 2024 and its first-ever Basic Fighter Maneuvers exercise have been its...
Precision in the Skies: The Evolution of Loitering Munitions
Loitering munitions - drones that hover over a target and blow up near it - have become the weapon of...
Is the Patriot Air Defense System Outdated?
After Israel revealed its decision to decommission its U
Russia's Growing Influence in Africa: Arms Sales and Military Bases
Russia's expanding influence in Africa, demonstrated by arms sales, military deployments, and diplomatic engagements, reflects a significant geopolitical shift on...