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November 20, 2024
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Air Platforms

NV.17 Hybrid Helicopter Unveiled by Russia to Bridge Light and Heavy Classes

The development of Russia’s new NV.17 hybrid helicopter has progressed to the technical design phase, having successfully completed its preliminary and draft design stages. This medium-class helicopter, developed by...

November 20, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

First Two SIRTAP UAV Prototypes from Airbus Set for Unveiling by 2025

Airbus has reported substantial progress in the development of the initial high-performance SIRTAP drones intended for the Spanish Armed Forces. Currently, two SIRTAP prototypes are in the final assembly...

November 20, 2024
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Missile and Missile Defense

US Air Force Takes Delivery of Northrop’s Stand-in Attack Weapon Test Round

Northrop Grumman has delivered its Stand-in Attack Weapon (SiAW) test missile to the US Air Force, a weapon specifically designed to engage rapidly relocatable threats. This test missile will...

November 20, 2024
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Soldier Systems

Pennsylvania-Based Firm Awarded Contract to Provide Respiratory Gear to US Coast Guard

MSA Safety has been awarded a $33-million contract to provide new respiratory protective solutions to the US Coast Guard. Under this agreement, the Pennsylvania-based company will supply its proprietary...

November 20, 2024
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Naval Platforms

14th Freedom-Variant Littoral Combat Ship Joins US Navy Fleet

The US Navy has officially commissioned its 14th Freedom-class littoral combat ship, the USS Nantucket (LCS 27), during a ceremony in Boston, Massachusetts. This commissioning follows the vessel’s acceptance...

November 19, 2024
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Air Platforms

German Armed Forces Receive First of Potential 82 H145M Helicopters from Airbus

Less than a year after the contract was signed, Airbus Helicopters has delivered the first of up to 82 H145M helicopters to Germany from its Donauwörth site. The Bundeswehr,...

November 19, 2024
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Air Platforms

Greece to Receive F-16 Engine Support Under $160 Million US Deal

The US State Department has given its approval for a $160 million foreign military sale to Greece, providing F-16 engine support services. This comprehensive package is designed to ensure...

November 19, 2024
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Missile and Missile Defense

SPEAR-3 Cruise Missile for F-35B Undergoes Flight Testing in UK

The UK recently conducted the maiden flight test of its in-development SPEAR-3 air-to-ground guided cruise missile. A Eurofighter Typhoon jet, operated by BAE Systems, launched the MBDA UK missile...

November 19, 2024
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Missile and Missile Defense

Precision Strike Version of Pinaka MBRL Successfully Flight-Tested by India

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully concluded the flight testing of its Guided Pinaka Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher (MBRL). This three-phase assessment evaluated the system’s performance across...

November 19, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

Croatia to Purchase Six Bayraktar TB2 UAVs in $95 Million Agreement

The Croatian government has finalized a deal to acquire six Bayraktar TB2 drones for $95 million. The procurement, driven by an urgent need expressed by the Armed Forces of...