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Military aviationUK: after being grounded, Eurofighter Typhoon airplanes restart routine operations
London , United Kindom - Suspension period due to an urgent safety modification for the Martin-Baker ejection seats
Yesterday, September 20th 2010, UK Royal Air Force authorized Eurofighter Typhoon routine flights resumption. 54 RAF Typhoons had been grounded, except those employed in essential operational missions,... more
Military aviationItalian AMI: "Grifone 2010", the biggest helicopters exercise in Italy, starts today
Grosseto , Italy - September 20th to 24th at AMI's "4th Wing" home in Grosseto and around Amiata mountain
"Today, September 20th 2010, starts a SAR exercise called "Grifone 2010". It is a multi-national search and rescue air-ground exercise (SATER, air and ground rescue) which Italy, France and Spain will... more
Military aviation"Phantoms" airplanes of JG71 "Richthofen" in Sardinia
Decimomannu, Italy - An intense six-week flight activity performed by German department at Decimomannu airport
On Thursday, September 16th, the period of re-deployment of JG71 "Richthofen"at Sardinia's Decimomannu airport was completed. Richthofen is the last Luftwaffe -German air force- department employing dated... more
Military aviationOn time and actually in advance F-22 Raptor plane production
Marietta , USA - A technology jealously hold by United States
F-22 Raptor plane production and consignments planning continues to be satisfied and actually exceeded by Lockheed Martin: 86 aircraft in total have been consigned on time or in advance to US Air Force.... more
Military aviationUSA, largest fighter planes and helicopters sale ever to Saudi Arabia
Washington , USA - Up to 60 billions for the deal
"Wall Street Journal" reported Monday that the Obama administration is set to notify USA Congress, this week or next, the largest US arms deal ever: up to 60 billion Dollars for the sale of fighter jets... more
Military aviationSet to start today exercises to test airspace security in Washington
Washington , USA - Code-named "Falcon Virgo" exercises to increase skills of "Intercept and identification"
Set to start today, September 13th 2010, in Washington, code-named "Falcon Virgo" flight exercises, conducted by NORAD, North American Aerospace Defense Command. These exercises are conducted to test... more
Military aviationThe Chinese J-11B fighter aircraft threatens bilateral relations with Russia
Moscow, Russia - A copycat of Su-27, Kremlin does not like: embargo risk
Despite being one of the largest economies in the world, China appears unwilling to lose its reputation for producing cheap copies. And now one of their most ambitious efforts in copying could put a strain... more
Military aviationEurofighter promotes the purchase of "Typhoon" fighter plane by Polish Air Force
Kielce, Poland - On the occasion of its debut at the "MSPO" exhibition at Kielce
Eurofighter continued its season of autumn shows with a large presence in Kielce, Poland this week as the international defence consortium develops further its relationships across Europe. Eurofighter... more
Military aviationNew cost cutting for F-35 jetfighter
Washington, USA - 4 months ago last "Discount", now another 6.25% off
Lockheed Martin is now on track to reduce costs of F-35 airplane. According to Frank Kendall, principal deputy undersecretary of defense for acquisition, technology and logistics, cuts should be as much... more
Military aviationRussian Su-27SKM fighter jet postponed handover to Indonesia, accomplished today
Makassar, Indonesia - Third contracted plane will be delivered on Sept. 16th
Russia delivers two of its contracted Su fighter jets to Indonesia today, which is two days later comparing to the previously announced date, according to Russian press agency "RIA Novosti". Today a Russia's... more
Military aviationItalian Air Force: new Italy aeronautical charts
Rome, Italy - Latest edition introduces major implementations
The geo-topographical Aviation Center (CIGA) at Pratica di Mare (Rome), Cartographic Institute of the State, issued 21st edition of the Italy Charter of Aeronautics (OACI-CAI), which entered into force... more
Military aviationIran: “Air Force has capability to defend the country's airspace day and night”
Tehran, Ira - Iranian Army commander announces during massive air drills
"After mounting the new electronic and radar systems and after accomplishment of night flights and operations by the Army's fighter jets, the Air Force is now prepared to defend the country's airspace... more
Military aviationRecord-breaking Russian Tu-95MS bombers: 40-hour patrol over three oceans
Moscow, Russia - Previous performance was of 36 hours
Though patrol missions over Arctic, Atlantic and Pacific oceans are a standard since 2007 – when then-president Vladimir Putin ordered resuming – now the issue touched record levels: according to Lt. Col... more
Military aviationRussian military transport planes to be bought by Venezuela
Farnborough, UK - Rumors confirmed by Sergei Kornyev (Rosoboronexport)
Officially unconfirmed reports from the Russian arms exports state-controlled company Rosoboronexport reveal the possibility of selling several military transport planes to Venezuela. It is the latest... more
Military aviationTaranis: further details on the English stealth UAV aircraft, revealed at Farnborough
Farnborough, UK - An unmanned invisible jetfighter: is this the end of RAF heroes' era?
After a prototype of the unmanned combat aircraft of the future was unveiled by the UK Ministry of Defence at BAE Systems’ Warton facility on 12 July, Taranis now makes its showacase at Farnborough 2010. E... more
Military aviationSu-35 jetfighter plane: in 2010 the first sale abroad, according to forecasts of Rosoboronexport
London, UK - Director General of Russian exports said at "Farnborough Air Show"
This year's edition of "Farnborough" (London, July 19 to 25) also marks the announcement of the next export of the new Russian multi-role fighter aircraft Su-35, at least according to the statement yesterday... more
Military aviationRussia-India: Partnership for development of aircraft engine for 5th generation jetfighter
Farnborough, UK - Mikheiev (Rosoboronexport): agreements will be signed within the year
A contract between Russia and India drives the 5th generation aircraft will be signed by the end of 2010, announced Wednesday the deputy director of the Russian agency Rosoboronexport arms exports Alexander... more
Military aviation30 AgustaWestland helicopters to Algerian armed forces
Algiers, Algeria - € 460 m contract announced by Italian minister Frattini, in sight another contract for 2.5 bn
Algeria is renewing its fleet of military helicopters, with 30 aircraft produced by AgustaWestland. A contract worth 460 million euros that could be expanded soon with another one for 84 choppers, for... more
Military aviationA new Italian Air Force Squadron equipped with the Eurofighter aircraft
Hallbergmoos, Germany - The fourth one with Typhoon
The X Gruppo of the Italian Air Force has become the fourth Italian Squadron to be equipped with the Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft. The Squadron (X stands for 10th in Roman numerals), is the heir of World... more
Military aviationMistral: at signed contract, tens of helicopters will be produced for Russian Air Force
Moscow, Russia - But it will be there the deal? It jumps off Dokdo class option from South Korea
Moscow has been negotiating in recent months with French DCNS (Direction des Constructions Navales Services) to purchase a helicopter carrier amphibious assault ship Mistral, whose contract counting construction... more
Military aviationMore than 60 fifth-generation fighter aircraft for Russian Air Force
Moscow, Russia - The beginning of deliveries between 2015 and 2016
These days, General Colonel Alexander Zelin, commander of the Russian Air Force, seems to be an inexhaustible source of news on the defense of the Country. The latest news is on more than 60 fifth-generation... more
Military aviationRussia will sell more than twenty Mi-17 helicopters to Afghan air force
Moscow, Russia - NATO, conducting negotiations, awaits green light from Moscow
Today the Afghan television network "Tolo" leaked the news of Russia will provide Afghan air force helicopters (over 20) Mil Mi-17, that with NATO approval. Currently, Afghan air force fleet has 25 Mi-17.... more
Military aviationBoeing's latest hits low for the race to KC-X tanker airplane, the largest military contract in history
Washington, USA - Bids expires today, Seattle plays on parochialism, EADS replied in kind
"Oh no! Fair play!", cried the virtual referee, in an old arcade game, shocked every time you reaped bad an opponent's ankles on the football field. If that referee were here today for the race for... more
Military aviationBoeing races for U.S. Army EMARSS intelligence program
St. Louis, USA - Seattle company bids for military Enhanced Medium Altitude Reconnaissance and Surveillance System
Boeing Company yesterday announced that it has submitted a proposal to deliver an affordable airborne intelligence collection, processing and targeting support system to the U.S. Army. The Enhanced Medium-Altitude... more
Military aviationMilitary fighter airplanes: Russia fears competition from China
Moscow, Russia - MiG and Sukhoi cast against sale of aircraft engines to the Eastern Country?
Sukhoi Industries and MiG (Mikoyan Gurevich), the largest Russian manufacturers of fighter planes, expressed their strong negative opinion on the sale of 100-RD-93 engines by Rosoboronexport - the agency... more
Military aviationMore Super Hornet aircraft touch down in Australia
Sydney, Australia - They were departed from California
Air Force's transition to next-generation air combat capability has advanced further with today's arrival of another six F/A-18F Super Hornet airplanes at RAAF Base Amberley. Today's touch down followed... more
Military aviationTurkish plans to face the immediate need of military airplanes and helicopters
Ankara, Turkey - Buying 9 A-129 from the Italian army, 6 C-130B/E waiting for the A-400M and an aircraft that can substitute the trainer T-41
Turkey needs urgently attack helicopters, together with military airplanes for tactic transportation. This is necessary to refresh its fleet and, moreover, to fight its thorn in the side: the armed wing... more
Military aviationNew player with a twist in race for new USAF air tankers
Washington (D.C.), USA - Antonov, historical airlifters producer in old Urrs, strategic partner to US Aerospace
If it isn't an Easter egg, is only because we are close to Independence day: a new US company has entered the race for the KC-X contract from the US Air Force, but with a bid based on Ukrainian-built Antonov... more
Military aviationTurkey blocks airspace to Israel
Ankara, Turkey - The measure following the Israeli raid on a convoy of aid to Gaza
Turkey, following the raid by Israel to the aid convoy to Gaza, where 9 Turkish activists were killed, has blocked its air space to Israeli military flight. A Turkish diplomat said to international agencies,... more
Military aviationF-35C plane Navy: test confirms landing strength predictions
Forth Worth , USA - Lawson: "An important step in clearing the way for field carrier landing testing"
A Lockheed Martin F-35C Lightning II carrier variant successfully completed testing in which it was dropped from heights of more than 11 feet during a series of simulated aircraft-carrier landings. The... more
Military aviationMore Super Hornet airplanes in July to RAAF
Sydney, Australia - The first five ones were welcomed last March 26 in Amberley
RAAF (Royal Australian Air Force) is planning to transit six more F/A-18F Super Hornet airplanes from the United States to RAAF Amberley in early July. The first five Super Hornets were welcomed at... more
Military aviationBoeing Receives Contract to Upgrade US Air Force KC-10 Cockpits
St. Lous, USA - A $216 million five-year contract from U.S. Air Force to upgrade 59 jet-tanker
Boeing today announced that it has received a $216 million contract from the U.S. Air Force to upgrade the service's 59-jet KC-10 tanker fleet with a new communication, navigation, surveillance and air... more
Military aviationRussia hang over negotiations between Georgia and Eurocopter for two Super Puma helicopters
Paris, France - A Russian order prevent to supply the Caucasic State with military equipment
Georgian President Mikheil Saakshvili signed an agreement to purchase two "Aid helicopters", which he said would be used to help deal with natural disasters and conduct aid operations for those affected... more
Military aviationThe international center for administration of Atlantic airplanes is now closed
Paris, France - Italian Air Force: a successful example of international collaboration
The 41st Wing of the Italian Air Force announced the closure of the international center for administration of Atlantic materials (CIGMA) in Toussus-le-Noble (Paris). The closing celebration was celebrated... more
Military aviationCanada accepts its version of C-130J aircraft
Trenton , Canada - The contract with Lockheed Martin was finalized in December 2007 and the delivery will last until 2012
Canada formally accepted the first of 17 Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules aircraft at ceremonies here and at Canadian Forces Base Trenton. Canada finalized its CC-130J contract with Lockheed Martin... more
Military aviationFirst boarded Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter flew
Paxtuent, USA - Equipped with systems able to process great amount of data
The boarded version mission-equipped Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II test flew at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Md., USA. Piloted by F-35 Test Pilot Dave "Doc" Nelson, the short takeoff/vertical... more
Military aviationThe A-400M military aircraft today shown at "ILA 2010"
Berlin, Germany - It will display a demonstrative flight sequence
A long-expected event is the one is taking place, just in these hours, at Berlin's show "ILA 2010": the A-400M military aircraft, ix months after achieving its maiden flight. Flown by Airbus chief test... more
Military aviationItalian AMI: first time for Tornado fighter airplanes in Alaska
Rome, Italy - For the "Red Flag" and "Distant frontier" drills
Today, on June 4, 12 Tornado bomber airplanes of the 6th Wing in Ghedi (Brescia) and 50th Wing in Piacenza, will take off for the USAF Base in Eielson (Alaska), to participate at two multinational exercises:... more
Military aviationEurofighter debuts in Slovakia
Hallbergmoos, Germany - Aircraft participates in the "Piestany Air Show"
Two Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft, one piloted by the Alenia Aeronautica test pilot Matteo Maurizio, landed in the Central European country of Slovakia for the first time last Friday 28 May, to participate... more
Military aviationKuwait Air Force orders three KC-130J Tanker airplanes
Marietta, Usa - The order fr USD 245 million arrives at LM by US Government for the Foreign Military Sale
Lockheed Martin has received a $245 million contract from the US Government for the Foreign Military Sale of three KC-130J tanker aircraft to Kuwait. The program will be managed by the US Navy. The... more
Military aviationHercules C-130J, Australian aircraft crucial in the Middle-East
Sydney, Australia - Recently it reached the 20 thousands hours of flight
If there is one crucial element to Australia's contribution to the international campaigns in the Middle East, it has to be the Hercules C-130J. Major General John Cantwell, AO commands all Australian... more
Military aviationA-400M airplane: first public appearance at "ILA Berlin Air Show"
Blagnac, France - Where at this year's edition will be latest Airbus product developments on display
Celebrating its 40th anniversary of ongoing innovations, Airbus will be at the "ILA Berlin Air Show", taking place at Schönefeld Airport from June 8th to 13th. Visitors will be able to get an exclusive... more
Military aviationNew MK-9A Lynx helicopters of Royal Army Air Corps in Afghanistan
London, UK - Transported by a C-17 airplane
The new Lynx Mk9A helicopters of the Royal Army Air Corps have been transported by C-17 aircraft in Afghanistan to support the air forces of the Alliance in ambit of ISAF (International Security Assistance... more
Military aviationThe English intelligence aircraft Nimrod R-1 flying last missions
London, England - England Defense Minister announces they will be soon replaced
Recently at RAF Waddington in Lincolnshire, two RAF's Nimrod R-1 aircraft has recently received unspecified upgrades, including to the type's communications intelligence suite, Gordon says. A third R1... more
Military aviationAir refuelling between two twin A-330MRTT airplanes
Madrid, Spain - Airbus Military has for the first time demonstrated in flight “Buddy” refuelling between two same airplanes
To-date three such flights have been performed, the latest one being part of the certification flight trials. This type of operation further illustrates the capability of the new-generation A-330 MRTT... more
Military aviationFirst torpedo launched from the airplane C-295
Madrid, Spain - The rival of the P-3s Orion and Atlantic
Airbus Military successfully conducted the first torpedo launch from one of its C-295 Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA). This represents an important milestone in the development of the antisubmarine version... more
Military aviationUS Navy delivers 2 P-3 Orion aircraft to Pakistan
Jacksonville, Usa - The ceremony was on 30th of April the. The supply is part of program to stabilize the region
The U.S. Navy transferred two P-3 Orion aircraft to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in a ceremony at Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Fla., April 30 as part of the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Program.... more
Military aviationIndia: plan to retire oldest MiG aircraft
New Dehli, India - The Minister of Defense unveils the plan to phase out its military planes
India's government is to phase out its oldest MiG-series aircraft, following a spate of crashes. "A total of 21 MiG aircraft have crashed during the last three years", defence minister, AK Antony,... more
Military aviationEADS has been ordered to equip additional obstacle warning systems for helicopters by Thai Raf
Berlin, Germany - The device, extremely accurate, has been already using by 14 countries from civil defence
EADS Defence & Security (DS) has been ordered to equip three additional helicopters of the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) with its obstacle warning system. This device, which is known as “HELLAS” (Helicopter Las... more
Military aviationEurofighter airplanes: 94% operational availability for Italian models
Hallbergmoos, Germany - In NATO’s "Brilliant Ardent 2010" exercise
The six Italian Eurofighter Typhoons aircraft from the 4th Air Wing of Grosseto’s Air Force base, redeployed to Laage, in Northern Germany, have flown a total of 68 sorties and 140 flight hours, with a... more