Connecting Skies • Bridging Continents
Airbus Helicopters and Babcock have been awarded a contract to support 48 EC145s operated by the French Ministry of Interior. The 12 year contract that starts this year was signed with the Direction de la Maintenance Aéronautique (DMAé), the organisation in charge of maintenance for aircraft operated by the French government. “The Sécurité Civile and […]
AIRBUS HELICOPTERS TO SUPPORT SÉCURITÉ CIVILE AND GENDARMERIE NATIONALE HELICOPTER FLEETRead More »
Mayman Aerospace, renowned for its innovative flying motorcycle, the Speeder Air Utility Vehicle (AUV), has taken a bold leap into military aviation with its latest creation – the Razor VTOL jet drone. Unveiled at the prestigious SOF Week 2024 in Tampa, Florida, the Razor VTOL marks a significant evolution in unmanned aerial systems, boasting advanced […]
MAYMAN AEROSPACE FLYING MOTORCYCLE BECOMES A MILITARY VTOL JET DRONERead More »
In a poignant moment marking the end of an illustrious 81-year service, the Douglas C-47 Dakota, a stalwart of the South African Air Force (SAAF), is set to retire. Renowned for its durability and versatility, the C-47 Dakota has been a cornerstone of military aviation in South Africa since its introduction in 1943. The decision […]
SOUTH AFRICA’S C-47 DAKOTA RETIRES AFTER 81 YEARS OF SERVICERead More »
The skies above Edwards Air Force Base recently bore witness to a historic moment as Frank Kendall, Secretary of the Air Force, took to the air in the X-62A Variable In-flight Simulation Test Aircraft (VISTA). With Kendall in the front seat, the aircraft demonstrated its autonomous flying capabilities, a testament to the U.S. military’s commitment […]
UNMANNED FUTURE: THE EVOLUTION OF U.S. MILITARY AIRCRAFTRead More »
In a significant milestone for Poland’s defence capabilities, the Ministry of Defence has officially approved the completion of five offset projects as part of the WISLA programme’s first phase. Collaborating closely with Lockheed Martin, local industrial partners have contributed to enhancing technical capabilities and fostering manufacturing expertise related to the Patriot Advanced Capability – 3 […]
POLISH INDUSTRIAL PARTNERS COMPLETE FIVE MAJOR OFFSETS PROJECTSRead More »
L3Harris Technologies has clinched a significant milestone with a $256 million order from the U.S. Army, marking the commencement of full-scale production for the Enhanced Night Vision Goggle – Binocular (ENVG-B). This order, the first of its kind under the Program of Record, signifies a long-term commitment totalling nearly $1 billion over the next decade. […]
L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES SECURES MAJOR ENVG-B PRODUCTION ORDER FROM U.S. ARMYRead More »
Serbia, nestled in the heart of the Balkans, is poised to make a significant leap in its defense capabilities with the anticipated acquisition of the Dassault Aviation Rafale fighter jets. President Aleksandar Vucic’s recent discussions during his official visit to France indicate a strong commitment to bolstering the country’s air force with a dozen of […]
SERBIA’S STRATEGIC SHIFT: THE RAFALE DEAL AND ITS IMPLICATIONS FOR THE BALKANSRead More »
In a significant development reshaping the military dynamics in South America, Argentina has concluded a deal to procure 24 used Lockheed Martin F-16 fighters from Denmark. The formal agreement was sealed on April 16th during the visit of Argentine defence minister Luis Petri to Denmark, marking a milestone in Argentina’s aviation history by reintroducing supersonic […]
ARGENTINA BOLSTERS AIR DEFENSE WITH F-16 ACQUISITION FROM DENMARKRead More »
Bell showcases High-Speed Vertical Takeoff and Landing (HSVTOL) technology capabilities upon completion of testing efforts at Holloman Air Force Base. The team has utilised the Holloman High-Speed Test Track to demonstrate the folding rotor, integrated propulsion, and flight control technologies at representative flight speeds. “The successful sled test completion is a culmination of Bell’s HSVTOL […]
Greece has taken a significant stride towards acquiring 35 Sikorsky-built Black Hawk helicopters through a Foreign Military Sale, following the signing of a Letter of Acceptance (LOA) in April. The Government of Greece has formalised its intention to procure 35 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters manufactured by Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company (NYSE: LMT), via a […]
GREECE ADVANCES PROCUREMENT OF UH-60M BLACK HAWK HELICOPTERSRead More »
