All Defence articles – Page 79
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NewsUS Treasury exempts civil aviation safety measures from United Aircraft sanctions
US government sanctions on Russian entities have expanded to cover aerospace firm United Aircraft, although the government is allowing export and provision of services and technology aimed at ensuring civil aviation safety. As part of its economic response to the Ukrainian conflict, the US Department of the Treasury is directing ...
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NewsBidders ready to power up for German electronic-warfare contest
With Germany still mulling the precise requirements for an electronic warfare-roled Eurofighter to succeed the Panavia Tornado ECR, system providers were out in force at the ILA Berlin show to highlight potential solutions.
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NewsRaytheon wins $46m contract to modernise A-10 avionics
The US Air Force (USAF) has entered into a contract with American defence manufacturer Raytheon Technologies to upgrade the avionics on the service’s Fairchild Republic A-10C Thunderbolt II ground-attack jets.
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NewsUS Army awards tenth and likely final Black Hawk production deal to Sikorsky
The five-year deal includes options to purchase as many as 255 aircraft through 2027, when the US Army is expected to end UH-60 procurement.
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NewsDiehl Defence unveils future missile concepts
Diehl Defence has showcased two new weapons designed for sixth-generation fighters – including the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) being developed by a trio of European nations.
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NewsDeadline looms for German decision to join ‘cost-effective’ Tiger MkIII programme
The head of Airbus Helicopters in Germany has warned the country’s government that it is running out of time to opt in to the Tiger MkIII upgrade programme alongside France and Spain.
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NewsUK MoD squashes Mosquito’s flight ambitions as it axes £30 million project
UK defence officials have cancelled the Project Mosquito ‘loyal wingman’ technology demonstrator being developed by a team including Spirit AeroSystems Belfast and Northrop Grumman, to instead pursue smaller and cheaper alternatives.
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NewsUS Air Force turns over Block 30 Global Hawks to test centre
The US Air Force (USAF) has divested five Northrop Grumman RQ-4 Block 30 Global Hawk unmanned air vehicles (UAVs) back to their manufacturer. In total, Northrop will take possession of 20 such UAVs by late July.
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InterviewHow New York Air National Guard chief went from P-3s to Skibirds
As the first woman to command the USA’s largest Air National Guard unit, Brigadier General Denise Donnell wants to use her position to inspire anyone to follow their aviation dream
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NewsHow cost overruns have dented Boeing’s defence performance
Boeing’s defence arm had a profitable 2021, but is racking up billions in cost overruns without the safety net of commercial jet sales.
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AnalysisBAE Systems Air highlights future combat aircraft progress
As the UK’s largest defence company, BAE Systems is leading the way in developing next-generation technologies – and closer relations with international partners.
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AnalysisBoeing’s long road to commercial recovery
Boeing has a broad raft of commercial programme challenges to overcome, while also calculating when to launch its next major airliner development effort.
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AnalysisAeralis touts ‘best of British’ approach as interest soars in modular jet
Start-up military jet developer Aeralis is approaching a key design milestone as interest soars in its innovative modular family of products.
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AnalysisWhat to expect at new-look Farnborough air show
Normally biennial, the Farnborough air show is taking place in mid-July for the first time since 2018 – and its chief executive insists the post-pandemic version has moved with the times.
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AnalysisSpirit of change: Farnborough air show 2022
Back following a four-year wait after pandemic-linked restrictions thwarted its 2020 edition, the Farnborough air show is the most eagerly-awaited aerospace event of the year. We preview what are certain to be some of its biggest topics.
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NewsGermany maintains backing for MAWS programme despite P-8 buy
Germany has confirmed that it still intends to proceed with the future maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) it is developing with France under the MAWS programme, insisting that the Boeing P-8A Poseidons it will receive from late 2024 are an “interim solution”.
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NewsCyprus selects H145M for National Guard role
Cyprus has signed for six Airbus Helicopters H145Ms, plus six options, which will be operated by the country’s National Guard.
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AnalysisBeijing ushers in the age of Chinese super carriers
The launch of Beijing’s third aircraft carrier, CNS Fujian, was a powerful symbolic moment in China’s relentless arms buildup, with work also underway to forge a world-class air wing.
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NewsUS lawmakers push to train Ukrainian pilots on US-made jets
Two US Air Force veterans in Congress are proposing to train military pilots from Ukraine on American aircraft, including F-15s and F-16s.
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NewsAirbus Helicopters forms up with H145M team behind German LUH requirement
Airbus Helicopters has formed a German industrial team to address a forthcoming requirement for up to 55 rotorcraft from the country’s military.