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Russian Troops Receive Modernized Msta-S Howitzers

December 29, 2023 @ 08:42 AM

Russias Rostec State Corporation has delivered the final batch of modernized 2S19M1 and 2S19M2 Msta-S self-propelled howitzers to the Russian Ministry of Defense this year. As part of the 2023 state defense order, a significant number of 240-mm 2S4 “Tulpan” self-propelled mortars and 2S19M1 “Msta-S” self-propelled howitzers underwent a major overhaul and were subsequently dispatched to the troops
Hanwha Tops World's Defense Firms in Arms Manufacture

December 29, 2023 @ 07:28 AM

South Korean firm Hanwha Aerospace has emerged as the standout performer during this unprecedented surge in weapons orders, with its uncompleted orders experiencing a remarkable increase of more than seven times over the course of two years. The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has fueled a surge in demand for military equipment, propelling the world's leading arms manufacturers to amass a record number of orders
UAC Initiates Development of New MiG-UTS Trainer Aircraft for Pilot Training

December 29, 2023 @ 06:46 AM

In a move aimed at addressing concerns over the suitability and operational costs of current pilot training aircraft, the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) has commenced the development of a new training complex featuring the single-engine MiG-UTS aircraft. The primary objective of this initiative is to enhance the efficiency of pilot training by introducing a cost-effective and easily maintainable single-engine version of the MiG-UTS aircraft
Russia’s UAC to Produce 18 New Il-76MD-90A Aircraft Annually

December 29, 2023 @ 06:30 AM

The United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) has manufactured six Il-76MD-90A airlifters in the current year, with plans to significantly escalate annual production to 18 aircraft. UAC CEO Yury Slyusar emphasized the growing demand from the Defense Ministry for these strategic airlifters, citing the necessity for a substantial fleet in the upcoming years
Turkey’s ANKA-3 Combat Drone Performs Maiden Flight

December 28, 2023 @ 09:40 AM

The Anka-3 combat drone, developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI), completed its maiden flight this morning. The first prototype's structural assembly was finalized in January 2023, showcasing a maximum takeoff weight of 6,500 kilograms (14,330 pounds) and a payload capacity of 1,200 kilograms (2,646 pounds)
New TA-50 Block 2 Trainer Jet Successfully Delivered to Republic of Korea...

December 28, 2023 @ 08:52 AM

South Korean state arms procurement agency Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) delivered the first model of the new TA-50 Block 2 trainer jet to the Republic of Korea Air Force on Thursday. This delivery is part of a 1 trillion-won ($771
South Korean Army Deploys All-New Sniper Rifle

December 28, 2023 @ 08:20 AM

South Koreas Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA), led by Director Eom Dong-hwan, declared the deployment of the 12.7mm sniper rifle aimed at enhancing the long-range precision strike capabilities of the Army and Marine Corps
Russia Upgrades Air-launched FAB Bombs with Increased Precision, Stealth Features, Longer Range

December 28, 2023 @ 07:40 AM

Russian weapons experts have upgraded guided aerial bombs such as the FAB-250M-62, FAB-500M-54/62, RBC-500 and FAB-1500M54 to achieve higher target precision, reduced radar signature and increased gliding range. The head of Rostec, Sergei Chemezov, said this in the context of the comprehensive modernization of universal planning and correction modules (UMPC) during a recent media interview
South Korea Inks Deal to Buy 20 Additional F-35A Fighters

December 28, 2023 @ 06:51 AM

South Korea's Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) confirmed on Wednesday that it had signed a contract with the U.S
Japan Initiates Sea Trials for Helicopter Carrier Kaga Following F-35B Modifications

December 28, 2023 @ 06:31 AM

The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) has commenced sea trials for its helicopter carrier JS Kaga (DDH 184) after undergoing significant modifications to accommodate F-35B fighter jets, as announced by the JMSDF on December 25. New images shared on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), by the service's

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