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Militants Attack Russian Positions in Syria with Drones, Heavy Weapons

May 2, 2019 @ 10:34 AM

Militants have attacked Russian positions in Latakia, Syria, using drones and heavy multiple-launch rocket systems 12 times since early April, all of which have been defeated. "There are ongoing attempts to attack the Hmeymim airbase and positions of the Syrian government forces in the Latakia Governorate by the illegal armed gangs staying in the Idlib de-escalation zone with multiple-launch rocket systems and unmanned aerial vehicles," Major General Viktor Kupchishin, Head of the Russian Reconciliation Center for the Opposing Sides in Syria, was quoted as saying by TASS
AERALIS Offers Leasing Model for Fighter Jet Pilot Training

May 1, 2019 @ 12:58 PM

AERALIS is developing a new generation of fighter jet pilot training aircraft and flying training system for lease to reduce costs. The AERALIS suite of jet trainers will have 85% commonality of parts allowing for cost savings over purchasing more traditional aircraft, the company said in a statement Wednesday
Russia Replaces S-400 Missile Systems Damaged Enroute to China

April 30, 2019 @ 10:15 AM

Russia has sent several dozens of new S-400 Triumf missile systems to China to replace those damaged in 2017 in a storm while being ferried to the destination. "At the start of April, several dozens of new S-400 missiles were sent by maritime transport from the Baltic to China to replace those damaged in a storm in the English Channel," a military-diplomatic source told TASS on Tuesday
Norwegian Fishermen Discover Beluga Whale Trained By Russian Navy: Report

April 30, 2019 @ 06:41 AM

Norwegian fishermen discovered a Beluga whale on April 25 fitted with a camera harness, trained by the Russian navy as part of a programme to use underwater mammals as a special ops force, according to a report by
Ukraine to Liquidate Scandal-hit Defence firm Ukroboronprom

April 29, 2019 @ 11:26 AM

Ukraine is planning to liquidate scandal-hit defence firm Ukroboronprom and replace it with a state agency with broader powers, deputy chairman of National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, Sergei Krivonos has said. A statement submitted to the country's unicameral parliament on April 24 revealed that the concern and its enterprises have become inefficient
China’s Liaoning Aircraft Carrier Modified for Combat Duty

April 25, 2019 @ 10:36 AM

China's first aircraft carrier the Liaoning has been deployed for combat duty following modifications and intensive training exercises, the vessel's executive officer revealed amid the celebrations of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy's 70th anniversary. The modifications carried out since August 2018 include upgraded arresting cables that will provide a larger buffer capacity when aircraft lands and also extends the cables' life, China Central Television (CCTV) reported
Airbus H215 Helicopter Delivered To China’s State Grid General Aviation Company

April 24, 2019 @ 08:40 AM

Airbus has delivered H215 heavy twin-engine utility helicopter to Chinas State Grid General Aviation Company (SGGAC). The H215 will join the companys existing fleet of 15 Airbus helicopters, comprised of H125s, an H120 and an H225
European Shipbuilders Form Alliance to Harmonize Big Data Management

April 19, 2019 @ 10:45 AM

In order to meet the digitalisation challenges of a diverse audience of stakeholders, in a robust, secure and cost-effective way, EUROYARDS members (Chantiers de lAtlantique, Damen Shipyards Group, Fincantieri, Lürssen, Meyer Werft, Naval Group and Navantia) joined forces to harmonise data management solutions and standards. This ambitious project will seek for the full cooperation and engagement of all maritime stakeholders, including shipowners, shipbuilders, suppliers and classification societies, and it is supported by SEA Europe, the Shipyards and Maritime Equipment Association, according to a Damen Shipyards release
Huntington Ingalls Wins $727M For Virginia-Class Block V Submarines

April 13, 2019 @ 07:20 AM

Huntington Ingalls has won a $727 million modification contract General Dynamics Electric Boat for the procurement of long-lead-time material for Virginia-class submarines. The award provides new funding to an existing contract for long-lead-time material to support the construction of Block V submarines
Japanese F-35A Failed To Send Distress Signal Before Crash

April 12, 2019 @ 12:07 PM

The Lockheed Martin F-35A fighter that crashed during routine training exercise reportedly failed to send distress signal before it plunged into the Pacific, Japan's Air Self-Defense Force (ASDF) said Thursday. The single-seat $126 million jet had a system that would have emitted emergency alert if the pilot ejected from the cockpit with a parachute, the ASDF was quoted as saying by Japan Times

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