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Defense"Queen Elizabeth" aircraft carrier: 13,000 tons main hull section moved to dockyard (VIDEO)
London, United Kingdom - 60% of the hull of the future English flagship is ready
How do you move a 13,000 tonne aircraft carrier hull into position? A time-lapse video recorded by BAE Systems captures the building of a ship. The ship is the new flagship of the Royal Navy. It is... more
DefenseItalian Navy. Identified battleship "Roma": the first images of the finding (VIDEO)
Rome, Italy - The official conclusion that the Italian Navy has drawn from the photographic evidence shown at the press-conference
Images have unequivocally shown consistency between the anti-aircraft guns of the wreck and those that were embarked onboard the battleship “Roma”. This is the official conclusion that the Italian Nav... more
DefenseUnited Kingdom deploys anti-aircraft missile systems in advance of the Olympics
London, United Kingdom - "I'm not sure I can sleep in a house knowing there are missiles on the roof"
The English government has confirmed it has placed six anti-aircraft missile batteries around London in advance of the Olympics. Two of these batteries have been deployed atop two apartment buildings,... more
DefenseIran tests ballistic missiles during drills
Tehran, Iran - USA enforces naval presence in the Strait of Hormutz
Tehran continues its economic war against the West which, because of alleged Iranian nuclear programmes, has heavily sanctioned the country. In particular, the USA has enforced its presence in the Strait... more
DefenseFighters, helicopters and drills: Russian task force arrives at Pearl Harbor
Pearl Harbor, USA - More than hundred aircraft involved
A task force from the Russian Pacific Fleet (one of the four fleet which compose the Russian Navy) has arrived at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. In particular, the task force is composed of the Admiral Panteleyev... more
DefenseRussian Open Skies aircraft flies over Canada
Ottawa, Canada - Doubts about the treaty
Russia is conducting its annual flight over Canadian military key-sites under the Open Skies Treaty. It should be noted that this flight is Russia's first reconnaissance mission over Canada since a Canadian... more
DefenseExtraordinary Nato meeting: 28 countries listen to Ankara
Brussels, Belgium - "We don't believe warmongering is the right thing to do"
Stalemate between Turkey and Syria. While Damascus continues to repeat that the Turkish F-4 Phantom II fighter aircraft was shot down inside Syrian airspace, Ankara continues its accusation, underlining... more
DefenseRussia delivers missile-frigate to India
Delhi, India - International purchases rescue these units from rusting
The Kiev-class aircraft carrier (AVIONEWS) is not the only ex-soviet-made ship being purchased by India from Moscow. The entire bulk of the Indian Navy continues to be made by Russia under agreements and... more
DefenseAircraft and nuclear power: negotiates between Iran and 5+1 Group continues in Moscow
Moscow, Russia - "If the they accepts our proposals we will be ready to accept theirs"
Negotiates between Iran and the 5+1 Group (USA, United Kingdom, Germany, France, China and Russia) about the Iranian nuclear technology development continue. After heavy sanctions against Tehran and the... more
DefenseDmitry Rogozin about long-range strategic bomber aircraft
Moscow, Russia - "With modern air defense systems, these targets will be destroyed on the way"
Dmitry Rogozin, Russian deputy Prime Minister with special responsibility for the military-industrial complex, said on Tuesday he was in favor of development of new strategic bomber aircraft programmes. "I... more
DefenseUnited States will help Georgia's development of anti-aircraft systems
Washington, USA - The programme also plans to upgrade its utility helicopter fleet
The United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has met the Georgian Prime Minister Nika Gilauri to schedule a plan which will help Georgia's development of its air defenses and coastal surveillance... more
DefenseVladimir Putin calls for strategic bomber and drone-aicraft programs
Moscow, Russia - "If bomber development work is not started soon, Russia might miss the boat"
Russian president Vladimir Putin has called for new defence programs to face the European missile shield threat. This happened just few days after Moscow declared an alleged partnership with Israel for... more
DefenseRussian Open Skies flies again after accident
Moscow, Russia - Moscow continues its reconnaissance tour
Today Monday June 11, 2012, a new Russian Open Skies programme mission began. Open Skies missions include the air surveillance over the Countries which participate the treaty. The flight will total... more
DefenseIndian aircraft carrier starts sea trials
Moscow, Russia - The unit finally leaves the dockyard after years of delays
As well-known (AVIONEWS), India is currently waiting for the delivery of one of its most important international military purchases, the ex-Kiev class aircraft carrier. The unit was purchased from Russia... more
DefenseMilitary aircraft: South Korea will purchase 367 bombs for its KAI FA-50 fighters
Seoul, South Korea - The model is the CBU-105 smart submunition bomb
South Korea has announced it will purchase 367 CBU-105 submunition bombs produced by Textron Defense Systems. The 325 million dollar contract was announced by the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency... more
DefenseAustria dramatically decreases defence budget
Vienna, Austria - The domestic industry will be severely affected
Austria is going to cut the defence expenditure to face the ongoing financial crisis faced by the country. In fact, the Austrian economy has just begun to recover from the recession in 2008, showing a... more
DefenseAsian Security Summit in Singapore: the United States concerned about China
Singapore, Singapore - Singapore will provide forward-bases to US LCSs
According to press reports today, the Asian Security Summit in Singapore has underlined the role of the US Navy in the Pacific Area. "The United States has been, is, and will continue to be a Pacific... more
DefenseThe Italian Defence Minister Di Paola speaks at the F-35 Radio Frequency Cable Tester conference
Rome, Italy - He signed the F-35 agreement in 2002
Today June 1, 2012, the Italian minister of Defence Giampaolo Di Paolaspoke during the conference at the Vitrociset's headquarters in Rome. The conference followed the delivery of the first Radio Frequency... more
DefenseVitrociset delivers first Radio Frequency Cable Tester for the LM F-35 Joint Strike Fighter
Rome, Italy - Mario Arpino, Tom Burbage and Giampaolo Di Paola attend the ceremony
Today June 1, 2012, the Italian firm Vitrociset delivered the first Radio Frequency Cable Tester equipment, that is the land support for the testing of the radio frequencies used by the Lockheed Martin... more
DefenseItalia will receive Hellfire missiles for Reaper drone-aircraft
Rome, Italy - Many controversies about its deployment
Italy will equip its Reaper drones with Hellfire missiles. According to international declarations, this move could be a milestone in US UAV's commercial operations. Currently, it is to be noted that only... more
DefenseIndia test fires indigenous anti-aircraft missile system
Delhi, India - This weapon is compared to NATO's Patriot system
India continues to develop advanced weapon systems, such as the Akash anti-aircraft missile system. The missiles were fire tested today from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur. The missile has a range... more
DefenseAircraft carriers: Ford nuclear super-class is almost ready (VIDEO)
Newport, USA - If the Nimitz is not enough...
If the dimensions of the new English Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carrier are impressive, showing hundreds of engineers moving around its sections like small ants, it is to be noted that its size is... more
DefenseIndia: aircraft carrier sea trials postponed
Sevmash, Russia - The delay could have been caused by poor weather forecast
The Admiral Gorshkov, the ex-Kiev class medium carrier-cruiser being overhauled for the Indian Navy, continues to delay its sea trials. According to declarations, the tests have been postponed until the... more
DefenseRussia, United States and Norway will start new joint naval drills in August
Moscow, Russia - No more news about the Northern Fleet's heavy warships
Russian Navy joint exercises continue. After the drills in Norway, an American task force will join the fleets, starting a new exercise operation in August. The theatre of the operations will be the... more
DefenseLockheed Martin develops AEGIS system for Australian destroyer
Canberra, Australia - "The system enables navies around the world to protect their citizens"
Lockheed Martin has completed computer program development and testing for the HOBART class Air Warfare Destroyer (AWD), the Royal Australian Navy’s Aegis-equipped ships. The computer programs have been a... more
DefenseRussia tests new ICBM to reply NATO summit
Moscow, Russia - "One of the measures being developed by Russia against the missile shield"
Yesterday May 23, 2012, Moscow staged the first successful test-launch of a new ICBM designed to pierce the missile shield defence system now being deployed by NATO. The launch came just two days after... more
DefenseChicago Nato Summit. Considerazioni finali (6): conclusioni
Chicago, USA - Mantenere un appropriato mix di capacità
Sotto, l'ultima parte del comunicato ufficiale reso noto durante il summit Nato a Chicago. In questo articolo, AVIONEWS riporta le conclusioni ufficiali relative all'analisi sui ruoi chiave della Nato... more
DefenseChicago NATO summit. Final analysis results (4): the contribution of the European missile shield
Chicago, USA - It will become integral part of the defense of the Alliance
After investigating the role of NATO's conventional forces, the summit stressed its position about the European missile shield. AVIONEWS continue to reports the official declaration from the summit. "The... more
DefenseChicago NATO Summit. Final results (3): the contribution of conventional forces
Chicago, USA - Not nuclear
After declarations about the NATO's nuclear power, the analysis shows its results about the conventional forces. AVIONEWS continues to report the official declarations from the NATO Chicago Summit. "The... more
DefenseChicago NATO summit: final considerations (2). The nuclear deterrence
Chicago, USA - And the strategic concept
The result review continues with the analysis of the current economic environment of the member-countries. AVIONEWS reports the official declarations about the deterrence and defence posture of Nato countries. "The... more
DefenseChicago Nato Summit. Considerazioni conclusive (5): il controllo degli armamenti...
Chicago, USA - ... e la politica di non-proliferazione
AVIONEWS continua a riportare le dichiarazioni ufficiali durante il summit Nato a Chicago lunedì scorso. L'indagine continua mettendo in luce il ruolo del controllo degli armamenti, della riduzione di... more
DefenseChicago NATO Summit: analysis results
Chicago, USA - Opening general concepts
Over the past year, NATO has undertaken a rigorous analysis of its deterrence and defence posture. At the Lisbon Summit, the Heads of State and Government mandated a review of NATO’s overall posture i... more
DefenseMoscow reiterates missile shield threats
Moscow, Russia - It will reserve the right to retaliate
Moscow has recapituled its position on the European missile shield by declaring it will reserve the right to retaliate unless it receives legal guarantees about the NATO missile defense system. "In... more
DefenseChicago NATO Summit (2): declarations on defence capabilities
Chicago, USA - Toward NATO Forces 2020
The official press release (AVIONEWS) continues highlighting the important accomplishments and progresses since the last summit in Lisbon. "In the light of this progress, we have confidently set ourselves... more
DefenseChicago NATO Summit: declaration on defence capabilities
Chicago, Usa - Toward NATO Forces 2020
The Chicago NATO summit began yesterday (AVIONEWS), releasing today the conference reports about the defence and geo-political situation of the countries inside the North Atlantic Organisation. AVIONEWS... more
DefenseThe A-10 Warthog tank-hunter aircraft will continue to fly
Washington, USA - The F-35 cannot be compared with the heavy close air support fighter
As well-known by AVIONEWS followers, the F-35 Lightning II programme is running through many logistic changes. The fifth generation aircraft represents the core of Nato's future aviation, that is a fleet... more
DefenseNATO nuclear weapon upgrade plan is "Expensive and unnecessary"
Brussels, Belgium - Wrong decision at a time when NATO and Moscow are already locked in a tense standoff
An investigation published by the European Leadership Network (ELN), a think-tank which is supported by former UK defence ministers such as Lord Des Browne and Sir Malcolm Rifkind, has declared that the... more
Defense"Pomor 2012": large combat aircraft and warship deployment
Severomorsk, Russia - The joint naval drill between Russia and Norway started today
The "Pomor" 2012 edition started today May 11 2012. The drill involves Russia and Norway fast fleets and a large combat aircraft and combat helicopter air fleet. The five-day exercises will be held... more
DefenseNew English government U-turn on Royal Navy F-35
London, United Kingdom - London will purchase the jump-jet version
The English Ministry of Defence is going to change its plans to buy the F-35 fifth-generation aircraft fleet for its new aircraft carriers. The Prime Minister David Cameron personally endorsed the decision... more
DefenseIndia is going to receive Russian aircraft carrier by next year
Delhi, India - General Navy upgrade: ships, helicopters and nuclear submarines
The Russian aircraft carrier Admiral Gorshkov (Kiev class, a particular kind of unit which is a bridge between an heavy missile cruiser and a traditional aircraft carrier) is going to be delivered to India... more
DefenseTurkish Open Skies treaty aircraft flies over Russia
Moscow, Russia - A team of Turkish and US inspectors started recovering data
After checking Italy, Moscow is the next in line to be checked under the international Open Skies Treaty. This time a team of Turkish and US inspectors will make a joint observation flight over Russia... more
DefenseFinmeccanica. Performance by sector: defence systems
Rome, Italy - Order backlog was EUR 3,722 million at 31 March 2012
Defence Systems. Oto Melara, WASS, MBDA (The data relating to the joint-venture are consolidated on a 25% proportional basis). New orders were EUR 314 million, up compared with the EUR 119 million posted... more
DefenseFinmeccanica BoD. Performance by sector: Defence and Security Electronics
Rome, Italy - Orders amounted to EUR 1,076 million
Defence and Security Electronics. DRS Technologies, SELEX Elsag, SELEX Galileo, SELEX Sistemi Integrati New orders: amounted to EUR 1,076 million, down by EUR 137 million from the same period of 2011... more
DefenseMedvedev fires Russian Air Force commander
Moscow, Russia - No reason was given for the dismissal
The president of the ruling Russian political party Medvedev has sacked Russian Air Force Commander, Colonel General Alexander Zelin, dismissing him from military service. This happened today 27 April... more
DefenseF-35: wrong decisions behind aircraft carrier cost increase
London, UK - Labour MP questions permanent secretary Ursula Brennan
The Commons public accounts committee questioned permanent secretary Ursula Brennan on the aircraft carrier/ F-35 programme total expenditure. Ms Brennan confirmed that no decision had yet been taken about... more
DefenseRussia claims arms sales to Syria were in compliance with UN rules; anti-aircraft and air-to-surface missiles
Moscow, Russia - "Our weapons are not used against civilians"
Russia will not decrease its quota of arms sales to Syria in line with the limitations established by the UN Security Council (AVIONEWS). "We will meticulously honor all resolutions by the UN Security... more
DefenseUkraine is going to sell anti-aircraft missile to India
Kiev, Ukraine - Kiev expresses concerns about Moscow
Ukraine is close to sealing a contract with India for R-27 air-to-air missiles. This contract is in its final stage, but is still waiting for approval from the Ukrainian leadership. The Vympel R-27... more
DefenseUsa accuses Beijing of supplying North Korea with missile technology
Beijing, China - "An operation like this did not violate UN resolutions"
The United States has accused Beijing of supplying North Korea with missile launcher technology for the Unha-3 rocket launch which failed earlier this month (AVIONEWS). "We've raised the allegations... more
DefenseChina replies to Philippines and USA: naval and air drills together with Russia in the Yellow Sea
Moscow, Russia - Thirteen aircraft and five helicopters will also take part
A large naval drill started yesterday in the Yellow Sea: Russia and China cooperate, deploying a huge naval and aerial formation. The operation involves anti-submarine operations and the simulated rescue... more
DefenseTehran exhibits copy of captured US "Sentinel" drone aircraft
Tehran, Iran - Hard blow for CIA. "Our experts have full understanding of its components and programmes"
Iranian TV showed the stealth unmanned aerial vehicle RQ-170 "Sentinel" apparently undamaged. The aircraft was captured last December. The Sentinel is one of the most advanced programmes currently being... more