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India's HAL to Manufacture MiG-29 Engines with Russian Technology

March 2, 2024 @ 04:54 AM

The Indian Ministry of Defence announced on Friday the signing of a contract between Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and the Russian Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the production of RD-33 Aero Engines. The deal, valued at INR 5,250 Crore (approximately $610 million), is set to reinforce the operational capabilities of the MiG-29 fleet of the Indian Air Force (IAF)
French Air Force Flies First Sortie of Rafale Fighter’s F4.1 Standard

February 25, 2024 @ 03:24 PM

The French Air Force carried out the first alert sorties of the Rafale F4.1 standard demonstrating the readiness of the latest upgrade to the fighter jet
Saab Secures Contract for Additional Gripen C Fighter Aircraft for Hungary

February 24, 2024 @ 05:33 AM

Swedens Saab has officially signed a contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to deliver four additional Gripen C fighter aircraft for Hungary. The order is an extension of the existing contract between FMV and the Hungarian Government, originally signed in December 2001, which included the provision of 14 Gripen C/D fighters for the Hungarian Air Force
PTDI, Honeywell Forge Collaboration for S-70M Helicopter Enhancement

February 22, 2024 @ 05:48 AM

At the Singapore Airshow 2024, PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) and Honeywell have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collectively enhance the performance, reliability, and mission readiness of the S-70M helicopter platform for the Indonesian Army. The agreement outlines the intention of PTDI and Honeywell to explore procurement opportunities for avionics and mechanical products from Honeywell, specifically tailored for the S-70M helicopters in service with the Indonesian Army
Nexter, Safran Secure Contract for Leclerc Tank Sight Modernization

February 9, 2024 @ 02:56 AM

The French Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) has awarded a contract to the temporary group of companies (GME) comprising Nexter, a KNDS company, and Safran Electronics & Defense for the modernization of the sights on the renovated Leclerc tank. The primary goal of this initiative is to update the "observation" function of the tank to meet the evolving demands of the contemporary battlefield, KNDS said in a statement
Textron to Improve Software of USMC's Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle Program

January 22, 2024 @ 11:45 AM

Textron Systems recently secured an amendment for an integrated prototype vehicle and lab, a significant development in the U.S
UK to Enhance Sea Viper Air Defence System in £405M Upgrade

January 22, 2024 @ 06:48 AM

The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced an upgrade to the Sea Viper Air Defence system, a crucial component in safeguarding sailors, surface fleets, and air threats. Valued at £405 million, the upgrade includes new missiles equipped with advanced warheads and software updates, enhancing the system's capability to counter ballistic missile threats
RBSL Secures Contract for Modular Armor System in Challenger 3 Program

January 19, 2024 @ 12:46 PM

Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) has secured a contract for the delivery of a modular armor protection system for the Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank, marking a notable development in the program. The new armor, designed in collaboration with the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL), is intended to enhance the Challenger 3's survivability by providing improved protection against various threats
France Signs €5 Billion Deal for 42 Rafale Fighter Jets

January 13, 2024 @ 08:24 AM

At the conclusion of December 2023, the French Defense Procurement Agency (DGA) awarded Dassault Aviation a substantial order for 42 Rafale combat aircraft, designated as "tranche 5," to fortify the capabilities of the French Air Force (AAE). The deal, valued at over €5 billion (U
Russian Warplane Accidentally Drops Bomb on Russian-Occupied Luhansk; Ukraine Faces Intense Missile...

January 8, 2024 @ 01:14 PM

A Russian warplane unintentionally released a bomb over the town of Rubizhne in the Russian-occupied Luhansk region, as confirmed by Leonid Pasechnik, the head of the region's Moscow-appointed government. The FAB-250 bomb, carrying a high-explosive warhead, did not result in any injuries, according to reports from the Associated Press

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