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Defexpo India 2018 | April 11, 2018
Ashok Leyland exhibits six advanced products and technology solutions at the Defexpo India 2018
Ashok Leyland, flagship of the Hinduja Group and the largest suppliers of logistics vehicles to the Indian Army, today showcased six advanced-technology products and solutions at the ongoing Defexpo India 2018.
Defexpo India 2018 | April 11, 2018
Russia and India finalized Ka-226T configuration
The Indian side approved the technical configuration of the light utility Ka-226T helicopter developed by Russian Helicopters Holding Company to be assembled by Joint Venture Indo-Russian Helicopters Limited in India.
Defexpo India 2018 | April 11, 2018
L&T built Offshore Patrol Vessel commissioned for Indian Coast Guard
Larsen and Toubro - built Offshore Patrol Vessel ICGS Vikram was commissioned into the Indian Coast Guard today in the august presence of Hon'ble Raksha Rajya Mantri Dr. Subhash Bhamre, at L&T's Defence shipyard at Kattupalli, near Chennai.
Defexpo India 2018 | April 11, 2018
GMR Group setting up Defence Manufacturing Hub at Special Investment Region (GKSIR) in Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu
The GMR Group, India's leading infrastructure company, is setting up an 'Aerospace & Defence Manufacturing Hub' at its Special Investment Region, Hosur (GKSIR), Krishnagiri district in Tamil Nadu, to encourage indigenous production of defence equipment in the country.
Defexpo India 2018 | April 10, 2018
Russian Helicopters to hold negotiations at Defexpo on the maintenance of helicopters in India
Russian Helicopters Holding Company (part of Rostec State Corporation) will hold negotiations related to the after-sales support of Russian helicopters operated in India within the framework of international military and technical exhibition...
April 9, 2018
RM calls for building stronger military to military ties at Defence Attaches Conclave
Raksha Mantri Nirmala Sitharaman addressed a meeting of India's Defence Attaches (DAs) here today.
April 7, 2018
IAF preparing for maritime war
With eye on the expanding footprint of Chinese navy in the Indian Ocean, Indian Air Force(IAF) is conducting an "all encompassing coordinated and composite exercise named Gaganshakti" from April 8-22.
April 6, 2018
Lockheed Martin delivers first HC-130J Combat King II to California Air National Guard
Lockheed Martin delivered the first HC-130J Combat King II combat search and rescue tanker to the California Air National Guard on April 5 at the company's site here.
April 6, 2018
Avenger ER sets new endurance record flying 23.4 consecutive hours
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has set a new endurance record with its Avenger^® Extended Range (ER) Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA).
April 6, 2018
GA-ASI awarded FMS development contract for MQ-9B Protector
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is pleased to announce the recent award of a $81M Foreign Military Sales contract by the US Air Force Life Cycle Management Center for the United Kingdom (UK) MQ-9B PROTECTOR unmanned aircraft system programme.
April 6, 2018
Boeing to showcase market-proven solutions, future trends in aviation at the Innovation and Leadership in Aerospace Berlin 2018 exhibition
Boeing will showcase market-proven solutions and future trends in aviation at the Innovation and Leadership in Aerospace (ILA) Berlin 2018 exhibition.
Defexpo India 2018 | April 5, 2018
Airbus to showcase its 'Make in India' capabilities at Defence Expo 2018
From cutting-edge, multirole helicopters to proven military transport aircraft, Airbus will exhibit its wide-ranging defence capabilities at DefExpo 2018 beginning April 11.
Defexpo India 2018 | April 5, 2018
First India Supplier Summit to launch BAE Systems' Defexpo 2018 participation
Signalling its continued commitment to and focus on Make in India, BAE Systems will host its first ever India Supplier Summit on 5th April in New Delhi.
April 5, 2018
Lockheed Martin collaborates with SAS on cutting-edge analytics
Lockheed Martin is collaborating with analytics leader SAS to deliver innovative, next-generation analytics across the company's F-35, C-130J and LM-100J programs.
April 4, 2018
Boeing KC-46 tanker program completes fuel on-load certification testing
Boeing recently achieved a major certification milestone following a successful refueling flight between two KC-46 tankers. The company's tanker program has now completed its required Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) fuel on-load testing.
April 4, 2018
Airbus Helicopters signs largest HCare Smart contracts in Latin America for two H225M fleets
Both the Brazilian Armed Forces and the Mexican Air Force have placed their trust in Airbus Helicopters' HCare Smart by the hour maintenance programs for a total contract value of more than 125 million euros.
April 3, 2018
Boeing secures services contract for Canada's Chinooks
Boeing and the Canadian government have agreed to an amendment to an existing performance-based logistics (PBL) contract. Under the $313 million fixed-price amendment, Boeing will continue to provide full system logistics...
April 3, 2018
Naval Group exhibits at Defexpo 2018
From 11th to 14th April, Naval Group will participate to the tenth edition of Defexpo, the Land, Naval & Internal Homeland Security Systems Exhibition of India, Naval Group will showcase the state-of-art innovations created...
April 3, 2018
Sikorsky celebrates 30 years of Black Hawk helicopter operations in Latin America
Continued production and new mission capabilities ensure the Black Hawk helicopter will remain operational around the world for decades
April 2, 2018
HAL achieved all time high turnover of over 18K crores
The Government owned Hindustan Aeronautics Limited records a turnover of over 18,000 crores (provisional and unaudited) for the year ending March 31, 2018 (corresponding figure for the previous year was 17,605 crores).
April 2, 2018
BEL crosses 10,000 crores landmark turnover
Navratna Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has achieved the landmark turnover of more than 10,000 Crores (Provisional & Unaudited) during FY 2017-18, sustaining double digit growth over the previous year's turnover of 8,825 Crores.
March 30, 2018
Saudi Arabian Military Industries and Boeing form joint venture partnership targeting 55 per cent localization
In line with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and following the announcement of HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crowne Prince, Deputy Chairman of the Council of Ministers and Minster of Defense, to localize 50 per cent...
March 29, 2018
Naini Aerospace Limited commences delivery of aircraft and helicopter looms
Naini Aerospace Limited (NAeL), Allahabad made its first delivery of 335 LCA and 28 ALH cable looms after being taken over by HAL as a subsidiary.
March 29, 2018
GSLV successfully launches GSAT-6A satellite
India's Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV-F08) successfully launched GSAT-6A Satellite into Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO) today (March 29, 2018).
March 28, 2018
Not only MSMEs, innovators and thinkers stand to win big at the upcoming Defexpo – 2018
By Arpita Kala
Ministry of Defence proposed an open challenge to people attending the event with prizes worth 1,00,000
March 28, 2018
A King has arrived: Sikorsky CH-53 King Stallion heavy lift helicopter arrives in Germany for international debut
A CH-53K heavy lift helicopter built by Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, arrived in Holzdorf, Germany, ahead of its international debut at the ILA Berlin Air Show next month.
March 28, 2018
US and Republic of Korea officials celebrate debut of the Republic of Korea's first F-35A
Republic of Korea and US government leaders celebrated the public debut or 'roll out' of the first Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF) F-35A Lightning II at the Lockheed Martin Fort Worth production facility today.
March 28, 2018
Modernized Lockheed Martin Trident II D5 missile test certifies submarine for patrol
With the successful launch of two Trident II D5 Life Extension missiles built and upgraded by Lockheed Martin, Navy submarine USS Nebraska demonstrated the readiness of the crew and strategic weapon system.
March 28, 2018
Leonardo: signing the OCEAN2020 grant agreement, the most strategic European Defence Fund's tender for naval surveillance technology and maritime safety
Leonardo announced today the signature of the grant agreement for OCEAN2020, the most important project related to the initiative to boost Europe's defence...
March 28, 2018
Poland signs agreement with US government for Patriot Integrated Air and Missile Defense system
The government of Poland signed an agreement to purchase Raytheon's combat proven Patriot™ from the US Army.
March 28, 2018
Lockheed Martin, Poland sign agreement for Hit-to-Kill PAC-3 MSE missile
Today US and Polish officials formalized an agreement for Poland to purchase Lockheed Martin's Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE) missiles and related support equipment.
March 27, 2018
Lockheed Martin to integrate its tank protection technology for testing on US Army vehicles
The US Army's Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) has awarded Lockheed Martin a next-phase contract to continue...
March 27, 2018
Raytheon Lower Tier Air & Missile Defense Sensor solution completes program review
Raytheon Company completed a program and technical review for the Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor, or LTAMDS, with the US Army.
March 26, 2018
Rockwell Collins at FIDAE 2018: Expanding Latin America's access to innovative cockpit and communications solutions
In an effort to continue growing its base of products and services in Latin America, Rockwell Collins will be showcasing its proven portfolio of cockpit, cabin and communications solutions at the International Air and Space Fair (FIDAE), April 3-8.
March 26, 2018
Schiebel demonstrates heavy fuel capability to Royal Australian Navy customer
Schiebel has successfully demonstrated the heavy fuel variant of the CAMCOPTER^® S-100 Unmanned Air System (UAS) as part of its customer acceptance program with the Royal Australian Navy (RAN).
March 26, 2018
Raytheon developing technology to control drone swarms
Under DARPA's Offensive Swarm-Enabled Tactics program, Raytheon BBN Technologies is developing technology to direct and control swarms of small, autonomous air and ground vehicles.
March 23, 2018
Airbus Helicopters to provide 16 additional UH-72A Lakotas for the US Army
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. has received a contract modification valued at approximately $116 million to deliver 16 additional UH-72A Lakotas for the United States Army.
March 22, 2018
India test fires BrahMos with Indian seeker
By Rohit Srivastava
The Indo-Russian supersonic cruise missile BrahMos made its maiden flight, on March 22, with an Indian seeker system.
March 22, 2018
Award of President's Standard to 51 Squadron and President's Colours to 230 Signal Unit at Air Force Station Halwara
The Honourable President of India and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, Ram Nath Kovind awarded the President's Standard to 51 Squadron and President's Colours to 230 Signal Unit of the Indian Air Force in a ceremonial parade...
March 22, 2018
US Air Force Space and Missile Systems Center orders 300 additional M-Code GPS receivers from Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins has received a follow-on order for 300 Military Code (M-Code) GPS receivers from the U.S. Air Force Space and Missile Systems Center (USAF SMC).
March 22, 2018
GE Aviation receives UAE F-16 Block 60 Data Transfer System award
Lockheed Martin recently awarded GE Aviation a multi-million-dollar contract to upgrade the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Air Force's F-16 data transfer system.
March 20, 2018
Naval Group acquisition plan to prepare the construction of future intermediate-size frigates
Naval Group has started to select the first equipment suppliers for the five future intermediate-size frigates (FTI) intended for the French Ministry of Defence.
March 20, 2018
Raytheon technology fills in gaps in long-range fires and short-range air defense
Forty-five unmanned aerial vehicles and drones fell out of the sky during a US Army exercise after Raytheon's advanced high-power microwave and laser dune buggy engaged and destroyed them.
March 20, 2018
Raytheon in final phase of GPS OCX software build
Raytheon Company's GPS Next-Generation Operational Control System, known as GPS OCX, is in its final software development phase. This phase focuses on increasing automation and building controls for both L1C, a civilian GPS signal...
March 20, 2018
Foundation for US Ballistic Missile Defense System modernized
The system of systems that enables the disparate elements of the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) to function as a complete global defense network has been revolutionized.
March 19, 2018
Just a crore of FDI in defence
By Rohit Srivastava
At a time when India is making efforts to reduce its defence import bill and develop defence manufacturing through 'Make in India' initiative, the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) figures shared by the government shows little interest of the world in Indian defence sector.
March 19, 2018
Indian Navy to host bilateral exercise 'VARUNA' with French Navy
The Indian Navy and the French Navy have conducted bilateral maritime exercises since May 1993. Since 2001, the exercises have been named VARUNA and there have been fifteen editions of the same till date.
March 19, 2018
Lockheed Martin's Long Range Anti-Ship Missile marks sixth successful flight mission
Lockheed Martin successfully tested a production-configuration Long Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) from a US Air Force B-1B bomber.
March 18, 2018
Admiral Sunil Lanba, Chairman, Chiefs of Staff Committee and the Chief of the Naval Staff to visit USA
Admiral Sunil Lanba, Chairman, Chiefs of Staff Committee and the Chief of the Naval Staff is visiting USA on a bilateral visit from 19 to 23 March 2018. The visit aims to consolidate cooperation between the Armed Forces of both India and USA and also to explore new avenues of defence cooperation.
March 17, 2018
Bridges of Friendship – United States of America Naval Midshipmen visits Indian Naval Academy
A delegation of two midshipmen, Midshipman Svetla Walsh and Midshipman Tyler Beck of United States Naval Academy (USNA), Annapolis, Maryland visited Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala from 11-17 March 2018.
March 16, 2018
BEL pays 262 cr Interim Dividend to Govt
Navratna Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) has paid an Interim Dividend of 2,62,29,12,635.20/- (Rupees Two Hundred and Sixty Two Crores Twenty Nine Lakhs Twelve Thousand Six Hundred Thirty Five and Twenty Paise only) to the Government of India for the year 2017-18.
March 16, 2018
New Lockheed Martin readiness contract strengthens sustainment industry
Company to maintain more than 300,000 Army training systems across hundreds of locations worldwide employing thousands as part of contract worth not-to-exceed ceiling of $3.5 billion
March 15, 2018
Lockheed Martin awarded contract to train special operations Airmen
The U.S. Air Force awarded Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) a contract to provide comprehensive training support services for Air Force Special Operations...
March 15, 2018
Boeing HorizonX Invests in Fortem Technologies, Creator of Radar Systems for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
Boeing [NYSE: BA] announced its investment in Fortem Technologies, Inc., a Salt Lake City, Utah-based company developing advanced radar systems for unmanned and manned aircraft.
March 14, 2018
CAE wins contract to provide Qatar Emiri Air Force with comprehensive NH90 training solution
Yesterday at the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition & Conference (DIMDEX), CAE was awarded a subcontract from Leonardo Helicopters to provide the Qatar Emiri Air Force (QEAF) with a comprehensive NH90 helicopter training solution. The contract is valued at more than C$150 million.
March 14, 2018
Leonardo boosts international growth with Qatar helicopter deal worth more than €3 bn
The Ministry of Defence of Qatar has announced a contract today for the purchase of 28 NH90 medium twin-engine multirole military helicopters.
March 14, 2018
State of Qatar signs contract for 28 NH90 multirole helicopters
Qatar has signed a contract for the purchase of 28 NH90 military helicopters, during DIMDEX, Qatar's biennial defence exhibition.
March 14, 2018
New website of Indian Naval Placement Agency launched
Indian Navy has launched a new placement portal for naval veterans, widows and their dependents. The new website has been developed by M/s Silver Touch while the creative look is by M/s Weiden and Kennedy.
March 14, 2018
Navika Sagar Parikrama - Tarini departs Cape Town, South Africa
Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini left Cape Town today (14 Mar 18) for the final leg of circumnavigation passage to Goa.
March 14, 2018
4 things you need to know about French President Emmanuel Macron's India visit
By Arpita Kala
From naval support to clearing air about Rafale jets and solar power, this was one busy diplomatic visit
March 14, 2018
Qatar Armed Forces selects Boeing Global Services subsidiary, Tapestry Solutions, to modernize its logistics and business systems
Boeing, through its subsidiary Tapestry Solutions, today announced it will implement an advanced Enterprise Resource Planning/Logistics Management Information System (ERP/LMIS) for the Qatar Armed Forces...
March 12, 2018
Defence Minister urges defence PSUs & ordnance factories to be more dynamic Private Sector being given full play in achieving self-reliance in defence production
Defence Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, has underlined the need for revitalizing defence PSUs and ordnance factories for meeting the ammunition needs...
March 12, 2018
Lockheed Martin completes acceptance test of first TPS-77 MRR
Lockheed Martin recently completed a successful site acceptance test of a TPS-77 Multi-Role Radar (TPS-77 MRR) marking an on-time delivery of the first of three...
March 11, 2018
Training camp concludes at Indian Naval Academy
Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala organised two concurrent training camps named 'Samudra-Manthan' and 'Varuna' for IV and VII term cadets from 07 – 10 March 2018.
March 10, 2018
Curtain Raiser for Multilateral Air Exercise (MAE) from March 12-16, 2018 at HQ SAC
A Multilateral Air Force exercise, 'Exercise Samvedna', is being spearheaded by Indian Air Force and conducted by Southern Air Command (SAC) from March 12-17, 2018. 'Samvedna' means 'Empathy' and will ensure better understanding and sharing of response procedures between a number of friendly neighbouring nations.
March 10, 2018
Nexter group will be present at DIMDEX 2018
Nexter, a company of KNDS, will exhibit its know-how on the KNDS booth and BARZAN pavilion during the 2018 DIMDEX exhibition taking place in Doha from the 12th to the 14th of March 2018.
March 9, 2018
International City Parade: MILAN 2018
The stunning settings at the Marina Park was the venue for a glorious International City Parade on 09th March. The City Parade showcased the motto of MILAN 'Friendship Across the Seas' in great style as school children, Marine Commandos, Para Jumpers, marching contingents and cultural troops stole the hearts...
March 9, 2018
Airbus Helicopters awarded $273 million contract for 35 UH-72A Lakotas for the US Army
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. received a contract valued at approximately $273 million to deliver 35 additional UH-72A Lakotas for the United States Army.
March 7, 2018
International Maritime Seminar MILAN 2018
An International Maritime Seminar was conducted on 07th March at Dweepika Auditorium, Haddo as part of ongoing multi-national exercise MILAN 2018 at Port Blair.
March 7, 2018
Military Band enthrills MILAN Delegates
A captivating Band Concert was held on 6th March at Dweepika Auditorium, Haddo area by the Andaman & Nicobar Command for the visiting foreign delegates and participants of MILAN 2018.
March 7, 2018
CAE wins contract to provide S-70B Seahawk helicopter training system to Brazilian Navy
CAE today announced that CAE USA has been awarded a contract by the United States Navy under a U.S. foreign military sale (FMS) program to provide the Brazilian Navy with a comprehensive S-70B Seahawk helicopter training system.
March 7, 2018
Sikorsky CH-53K completes critical flight envelope expansion with 36,000-pound external lift
The Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion completed an external lift of a 36,000-pound payload at the Sikorsky Development Flight Center, achieving a maximum weight on the single center point cargo hook.
March 7, 2018
Lockheed Martin Canada welcomes ANZAC Frigate HMNZS TE KAHA to Canada to begin modernization contract work
Lockheed Martin Canada has signed a formal contract with the New Zealand government for ship installation and trials to complete the upgrade and modernization of the ANZAC class frigates.
March 6, 2018
Foreign warships participating in MILAN 2018
The arrival of 11 foreign warships in Port Blairmarks the beginning of the 10th edition of MILAN, a biennial congregation of friendly navies.
March 6, 2018
Commander of Sri Lankan Army Lieutenant General N U M M W Senanayake visits Air Headquarters, New Delhi
Photo Release
March 6, 2018
Interceptor test proves Lockheed Martin's hit-to-kill PAC-3 fielded reliability
Two Lockheed Martin PAC-3 Cost Reduction Initiative (CRI) interceptors successfully intercepted two tactical ballistic missile targets recently in a test at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico.
March 5, 2018
Chief of Staff, Joint Staff, Japan Self-Defence Forces, Admiral Katsutoshi Kawano visits Air Headquarters, New Delhi
Photo Release
March 2, 2018
Navika Sagar Parikrama - Tarini enters Cape Town, South Africa
INSV Tarini entered Cape Town (South Africa) today during it's maiden voyage to circumnavigate the globe. This is the first-ever Indian circumnavigation of the globe by an all-women crew.
March 1, 2018
Tata Boeing Aerospace inaugurates its state-of-the-art Apache fuselage facility
Tata Boeing Aerospace Limited (TBAL), a joint venture between Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Tata Advanced Systems Ltd. (TASL) today inaugurated its state-of-the-art facility in Hyderabad.
February 27, 2018
8th Indo-US defence cooperation meet held
By Rohit Srivastava
India and United States, on February 26, held the eighth round of Defence Technology and Trade Initiative (DTTI) Inter Agency Task Force meeting in New Delhi.
February 27, 2018
FN Herstal's Fire Control Unit: Part of the Infanterist der Zukunft - Erweitertes System (IdZ-ES) for the German Army
FN Herstal is pleased to announce that its FN^® FCU Mk3 Fire Control Unit has been selected to be part of the Infanterist der Zukunft - Erweitertes System (IdZ-ES) program for the German Army.
February 26, 2018
Damen Shipyards Cape Town (DSCT) receives Project Biro order from Armscor
Damen Shipyards Cape Town (DSCT) has received an order from Armscor – the acquisition agency for the South African Department of Defence – for three Inshore Patrol Vessels (IPV), 62 x 11 metres.
February 25, 2018
Andaman & Nicobar Command to host MILAN 2018
The second week of March will witness Andaman & Nicobar Command hosting a multinational mega event MILAN 2018.
February 25, 2018
CAE-developed Predator Mission Trainer enters service for Italian Air Force
CAE today announced that the Italian Air Force has recently accepted into service a Predator Mission Trainer located at Amendola Air Force Base (AFB) in Italy.
February 25, 2018
Training for UAE Air Force RQ-1E remotely piloted aircraft aircrews underway in Abu Dhabi
Over the past several months, UAE Air Force RQ-1E RPA aircrews have completed several courses being delivered by CAE MME, including an RPA Sensor Operator Fundamentals Course and RPA Aircrew Fundamentals Course.
February 24, 2018
Naval Group demonstrates its expertise as drone integrator and presents its latest innovations at UMEX in Abu Dhabi
Naval Group will attend the Unmanned Systems Exhibition and Conference (UMEX) in Abu Dhabi on February 25th-27th 2018.
February 22, 2018
Team Freedom Lays Keel on Nation's 21st Littoral Combat Ship
The Lockheed Martin-led industry team officially laid the keel for the US Navy's 21st Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), the future USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul, in a ceremony held at Fincantieri Marinette Marine in Marinette, Wisconsin.
February 22, 2018
48m Patrol Boat Completes Sea Trials
BMT has successfully completed sea trials for the first of two 48m patrol boats destined for the Qatar Coastguard. Partnering with ARES Shipyard (ARES), the duo have designed and built 17 patrol boats from advanced composites in just 36 months - 18 months ahead of schedule.
February 21, 2018
Rockwell Collins develops new ARC-210 smart mount for Iridium^® SATCOM integration
Rockwell Collins has developed a smart mount that will provide users of the ARC-210 networked communications airborne radio with added SATCOM capability through the Iridium^® network.
February 21, 2018
Pratt & Whitney's Single Crystal Turbine Blade named historic mechanical engineering landmark
The American Society of Mechanical Engineers has designated Pratt & Whitney's Single Crystal Turbine Blade as a historic mechanical engineering landmark, recognized for its progression in mechanical engineering and aviation.
February 20, 2018
Lt Gen Timothy Keating, MNZM, Chief of Defence Forces, New Zealand visits Air Headquarters
Photo Release
February 20, 2018
Lockheed Martin launches unmanned vehicle control software that can simultaneously control multiple UAV types, operating anywhere on earth
VCSi is based on 25 years of experience and 1.5 million flight hours
February 20, 2018
First Sikorsky Combat Rescue Helicopter enters final assembly
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, is beginning final assembly of the first HH-60W Combat Rescue Helicopter, which will bring unprecedented capability enhancements to the US Air Force rescue mission.
February 20, 2018
Lockheed Martin completes assembly on Arabsat's newest communications satellite
Arabsat-6A Satellite Begins Rigorous Battery of Tests in Preparation for its Delivery to Launch Site Later This Year
February 20, 2018
Raytheon overhauling Royal Canadian Navy Phalanx Close-In Weapon System
Raytheon Canada Limited is overhauling and providing in-service support for the Phalanx Close-In Weapon Systems operated by the Royal Canadian Navy.
February 19, 2018
During UPA Rafale bid saw 300% cost escalation — Sitharaman
By Rohit Srivastava
Reiterating the Union Government's stand on the Rafale fighter jet deal, Minister of Defence Nirmala Sitharaman, on February 18, said that during the negotiations the cost of the aircraft went three times high.
February 17, 2018
The CAS felicitates IAF young achievers in the field of sports and motivate them to focus on Olympics 2020
In an impressive ceremony organised by the Air Force Sports Control Board in New Delhi on 12 Feb 2018, sportspersons who have achieved laurels for the nation and for IAF were felicitated by Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa, Chief of the Air Staff.
February 16, 2018
CAS paying Homage to Martyrs at Noida Shaheed Smarak
Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa PVSM AVSM YSM VM ADC, Chief of the Air Staff paying Homage to Martyrs at Noida Shaheed Smarak, Noida on February 16, 2018
February 16, 2018
Lockheed Martin receives Freedom-variant FFG(X) conceptual design contract
The US Navy awarded Lockheed Martin a $15 million contract to mature its Freedom-variant Frigate design as a part of the Navy's FFG(X) competition.
February 15, 2018
Military to get new LMG, Assault and Sniper Rifles
By Rohit Srivastava
Another set of approvals from DAC to better equip the humble soldier for the existing and future conflicts.
February 14, 2018
Latvian MOD signs a 108 million Euro contract for acquisition of SPIKE missiles
The Latvian MOD signed on Monday (February 12th ) a contract in the amount of 108 million Euros, with EuroSpike GmbH, for production and delivery of a variety of Spike Family Missiles.
February 14, 2018
Rockwell Collins' ARC-210 RT-2036(C) becomes first airborne radio to pass 'Do No Harm' testing for MUOS SATCOM
Marks another step toward next-generation airborne communications with ground and air assets using MUOS signals
February 14, 2018
GE Aviation receives Flight Management System approval for KC-46 Tanker
GE Aviation recently received approval for its flight management system from the Boeing KC-46 tanker program. The approval is a result of Boeing securing an amended type certification from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the 767-2C aircraft configuration of the KC-46 aircraft.
February 12, 2018
Strength in Numbers: Lockheed Martin delivers 400th C-130J Super Hercules aircraft
Lockheed Martin reached a major milestone with the delivery of its 400th C-130J Super Hercules aircraft on February 9.
February 12, 2018
Nexter and Texelis win the lightweight VBMR contract
Nexter and Texelis are delighted at today's confirmation by Florence Parly, Minister of Armies, for the attribution of the supply of Lightweight Multi-Role Armoured Vehicles (VBMR Véhicules Blindés Multi-Rôles) for the French Army.
February 12, 2018
GE and Tata celebrate the ground-breaking of a world class Aero-engine Centre of Excellence in Telangana
GE and Tata group, India's leading global enterprise, today held the ground-breaking ceremony for a world class Structural Center of Excellence (COE) focused on aero-engine components.
February 12, 2018
GA-ASI announces best in industry partnerships for MQ-25
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA ASI) is proud to announce its MQ-25 Stingray offering to the U.S. Navy in collaboration with a range of highly regarded industry partners that represent the best in American aerospace.
February 10, 2018
Chinese inducts J-20 into PLAAF
By Rohit Srivastava
China, on February 9, commissioned its first stealth fighter aircraft in People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF), reports Chinese state-run news agency Xinhua.
February 9, 2018
Admiral Sunil Lanba visits Saudi Arabia
By Rohit Srivastava
With aim to consolidate the defence cooperation between India and Saudi Arabia, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Sunil Lanba visited the West Asian country on a bilateral visit from February 4 to 8, said a government statement.
February 9, 2018
Inauguration of Integrated Automatic Aviation Meteorological Systems (IAAMS) at INS Garuda
Rear Admiral RJ Nadkarni, VSM, Chief of Staff, Headquarters, Southern Naval Command inaugurated the ‘(IAAMS)’ at INS Garuda on February 9, 2018.
February 8, 2018
RM appoints panel to accelerate defence capital acquisition
By Rohit Srivastava
To expedite the capital acquisition for Indian armed forces, Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 7, constituted a 13-member advisory body to undertake independent review and status check of critical projects.
February 7, 2018
Maiden flight of Hawk-i with indigenous RTOS developed by HAL
With its increased thrust towards technology development, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, has achieved a milestone with the first flight of Hawk-i with indigenous Real Time Operating System (RTOS) developed by it.
February 7, 2018
For brakes that last eight times longer, C-130 operators continue to choose UTC Aerospace Systems
UTC Aerospace Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp., today announced it has begun delivery of boltless wheels and carbon brakes to five new customers operating C-130 aircraft.
February 7, 2018
Leonardo sees success offering 'always available' support model for US Air Force adversary training
Following an initial trial with flight services provider Draken International in 2017, Leonardo has proven the viability of a new 'always available' support contract business model.
February 7, 2018
Airbus Helicopters and Thai Aviation Industries to support Royal Thai Armed Forces and Police helicopters
Singapore, Airbus Helicopters and Thai Aviation Industries (TAI) have signed an agreement to support all Airbus' military and law enforcement helicopters in Thailand, over two years.
February 6, 2018
UTC Aerospace Systems to provide critical content for KF-X fourth-gen fighter
UTC Aerospace Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp., today announced that it will provide several key components for Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) KF-X advanced multirole fighter jet.
February 6, 2018
UTC Aerospace Systems completes first C-130H propeller upgrade for Air National Guard
NP2000 propeller system includes more electric and more intelligent technologies that will help the Guard improve operational performance, and reduce maintenance time and cost
February 6, 2018
New Bell 412EPI helicopters for the Philippine Air Force
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company, announces today the signature of a purchase agreement with the Philippine Department of National Defense (DND) for 16 Bell 412EPI helicopters that will be operated by the Philippine Air Force (PAF).
February 6, 2018
Embraer and SkyTech sign letter of intent for up to six KC-390 multi-mission aircraft
Embraer Defense & Security announced today, at the Singapore Airshow, the signing of a Letter of Intent with aviation services company SkyTech for up to six new KC-390 multi-mission transport aircraft.
February 3, 2018
US Air Force Chief takes to sky in Tejas
By Rohit Srivastava
Following the footsteps of the Singapore Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen, the visiting Chief of Staff of the US Air Force General David L Goldfein, on February 3, flew a sortie in Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas at the Air Force station Jodhpur.
February 1, 2018
Defence sector to get a ‘Make in India’ makeover in Union Budget 2018-19
By Arpita Kala
Aiming at modernising the forces, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley spoke about the defence sector in the fiscal budget today morning. Hiked by 7.81 per cent to 2,95,511 crore from the previous year’s 2,74,114 crore...
February 1, 2018
Visit of Chief of Staff of the US Air Force
General David L Goldfein, Chief of Staff of the US Air Force inspecting the Guard of Honour on arrival at Air Headquarters, New Delhi today
February 1, 2018
Safran’s navigation system chosen for Dutch submarine modernization
Following an international bidding process, Safran's integrated inertial navigation system (including Sigma 40 inertial navigation units and the associated computers) was chosen to modernize the Royal Netherlands Navy's Walrus class submarines.
January 31, 2018
Third Scorpene submarine ‘Karanj’ launched
By Rohit Srivastava
The third of the Scorpene class submarine ‘Karanj’ was launched on January 31 by Reena Lanba, wife of the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) and President Navy Wives Welfare Association at the Mumbai based, public sector naval shipyard Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL).
January 31, 2018
US, Patriot partners to invest up to $2.3 billion over 5 years in Patriot™ Integrated Air and Missile Defense System
Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) is enhancing the Patriot Air and Missile Defense System under a $235 million modernization task order from the U.S. Army.
January 31, 2018
Bell Boeing team to modify Marine Corps MV-22 Ospreys
The Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey team is embarking on a modification effort with the U.S. Marine Corps that will improve readiness and reliability of the fleet of tiltrotor aircraft.
January 31, 2018
Lockheed Martin awarded $81 million contract to modernize US Air Force airborne launch control system
The U.S. Air Force recently awarded Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) an $81 million Technology Maturation and Risk Reduction (TMRR) contract to provide a design and functional prototype to replace the aging Airborne Launch Control System aboard the E-6B Mercury Airborne Command Post.
January 30, 2018
Lockheed Martin miniature hit-to-kill missile demonstrates increased agility and affordability
Lockheed Martin's (NYSE: LMT) Miniature Hit-to-Kill (MHTK) missile successfully conducted a controlled flight test to demonstrate the interceptor's increased agility...
January 29, 2018
Republic Day – display of Military, Cultural and Diplomatic might
By Rohit Srivastava
India displayed its military might in the presence of ASEAN leaders
January 29, 2018
Siemens boosts modernization plans of the Indian Navy with Medium Voltage Lab
Admiral Sunil Lamba, AVSM, VSM, ADC, the Chief of the Naval Staff, inaugurated the Medium Voltage (MV) Lab at INS Valsura on January 24, 2018. The event was witnessed by dignitaries from the Indian Navy and Industry of whom V Adm AR Karve, AVSM, FOC-in-C (South) and Bhaskar Mandal, Executive Vice President and Head, Process Industries & Drives, Siemens India, deserve special mention.
January 29, 2018
Safran chosen to develop three land robot demonstrators for French armed forces
Safran Electronics & Defense has won the contract for a major French defense procurement agency DGA (Direction Générale de l'Armement) Science & Technology project, Furious. Covering a period of five years, this project is designed to lay the groundwork for the integration of land robots in French armed forces, as part of the Scorpion modernization program.
January 26, 2018
Republic Day Parade held at Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala
In commemoration of India's 69th Republic Day, a ceremonial parade was held at Indian Naval Academy (INA) which was reviewed by Vice Admiral SV Bhokare, AVSM, YSM, NM, Commandant.
January 26, 2018
Lockheed Martin receives $459 million THAAD interceptor contract
The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) has awarded Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) a $459 million contract modification for production and delivery of interceptors for the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) weapon system. The modification brings the total contract value to $1.28 billion with funding provided in 2017 and 2018.
January 26, 2018
President confers one Ashok Chakra, three Shaurya Chakra and three Vayu Sena Medal (Gallantary) to Indian Air Force
President confers Ashok Chakra (Posthumous) to Corporal Jyoti Prakash Nirala; President confers Shaurya Chakra (Posthumous) to Sergeant Khairnar Milind Kishor, Corporal Nilesh Kumar Nayan; President confers Shaurya Chakra to Corporal Devendra Mehta; President confers Vayu Sena Medal (Gallantry) to Wing Commander Anshul Saxena Flying (Pilot), Squadron Leader Rajiv Chauhan Adm/Garud, Sqn Ldr Kamal Sharma Flying (Pilot)
January 25, 2018
Lockheed Martin T-50A test pilot reaches 100 hours
Lockheed Martin test pilot Elliott "Hemo" Clemence reached a milestone logging 100 flight hours in the the T-50A, the company's offering for the U.S. Air Force's Advanced Pilot Training (APT) competition.
January 22, 2018
Chief of the Air Staff inspects AF Station Jodhpur
After his visit to AF Station Jaisalmer, wherein he flew a sortie on the MiG-21 T-96 aircraft, the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa PVSM AVSM YSM VM ADC inspected AF Station Jodhpur, today.
January 22, 2018
Navika Sagar Parikrama INSV Tarini enters port stanley Falkland islands
INSV Tarini entered Port Stanley (Falkland islands) today during it’s maiden voyage to circumnavigate the globe. This is the first-ever Indian circumnavigation of the globe by an all-women crew.
January 22, 2018
Naval Group is once again present at the International Forum on Cybersecurity (FIC) in Lille on January 23 and 24
Information and communication technologies are at the heart of whole warships. Naval Group has made cyberdefence one of its top priorities to ensure that both...
January 22, 2018
BEL CMD conferred Amity Leadership Award
Mr Gowtama M V, Chairman & Managing Director of Navratna Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL), and BEL have been conferred the 'Amity Leadership Award for Business Excellence' by the Amity School of Engineering and Technology, Uttar Pradesh.
January 22, 2018
CAMCOPTER^® S-100 demonstrates competitive edge in search for fugitive
Schiebel's CAMCOPTER^® S-100 UAS (Unmanned Air System) proved its suitability for search and rescue missions as part of an ongoing homicide investigation in Stiwoll, Austria, in late 2017.
January 22, 2018
GA-ASI demonstrates SATCOM launch and recovery capability for MQ-9B
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) successfully demonstrated its latest Automatic Takeoff and Landing Capability (ATLC) using a Satellite Communications (SATCOM) data link for its MQ-9B SkyGuardian™/SeaGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA).
January 22, 2018
Boeing presence at Singapore Airshow underpins growth prospects in Asia-Pacific region
Boeing will showcase a wide range of products and services at this year's Singapore Airshow, Asia's largest aerospace and defense show, which runs Feb. 6-11.
January 19, 2018
Navika's rounds Cape of Horn, hoist tricolor
By Rohit Srivastava
Indian Navy's all women team of Navika Sagar Parikrama, on January 19, rounded Cape Horn, the southern tip of South America through the Drake Passage on their way to Port Stanley in Falkland Islands.
January 19, 2018
Bridges of Friendship – Chief of Royal Australian Navy visit Indian Naval Academy
Vice Admiral Timothy W Barrett, Chief of Royal Australian Navy along with Royal Australian Naval (RAN) delegates visited Indian Naval Academy (INA) today, Friday, 19 January 2018.
January 19, 2018
BEL showcases capabilities at Defence Industry Development Meet; honours its outstanding vendors
Navratna Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) displayed its solidarity with the Government's 'Make in India' initiative and intent to partner with the private industry to achieve the goal of self-reliance by participating in the two-day...
January 19, 2018
India test fires nuclear capable ICBM Agni-5
By Rohit Srivastava
Giving major boost to India's nuclear launch capability, Agni-5, after its fifth successful test, is now ready for induction.
January 19, 2018
India becomes 43rd member of Australia Group
By Rohit Srivastava
India, on January 19, was formally inducted as the 43rd member of the Australia Group (AG), a voluntary group of countries working to stop the spread of chemical and biological weapons.
January 18, 2018
Affiliation of INS Vikramaditya with the Bihar Regiment and No. 6 Squadron, Indian Air Force
Indian Naval Ship Vikramaditya, the largest ship in the Navy and the country's only aircraft carrier was formally affiliated to The Bihar Regiment...
January 18, 2018
Rafael will showcase TROPHY APS at International Armoured Vehicles 2018 in London
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems is proud to present the world's only combat proven TROPHY Active Protection System at International Armoured Vehicles 2018 in London, England.
January 17, 2018
Sitharaman takes a sortie in Su-30
By Rohit Srivastava
Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on January 17, took her maiden flight on the Indian Air Force (IAF) frontline multi-role fighter Su-30 MKI, from the Jodhpur air base. After taking charge of the ministry, Sitharaman has been visiting military bases and taking stock of the preparedness of the three services.
January 17, 2018
Stealth J-20's maiden combat flight in Tibet – serious military challenge for India
By Rohit Srivastava
The operationalisation of Chinese stealth fighter is a grave threat to Indian security.
January 17, 2018
Army to get modern rifles; now 'Make' procedure is open to Start-ups
By Rohit Srivastava
By approving fast track purchase of modern guns for equipping the troops at frontline, DAC has initiated the much awaited modernization of Indian soldiers and by relaxing the norms it also opened the 'Make II' procedure to startups.
January 17, 2018
Naval Chief lauds NCC Cadets at DG NCC Republic Day Camp 2018
Admiral Sunil Lanba, PVSM, AVSM, ADC, Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) visited the DG NCC Republic Day Camp at Cariappa Parade Ground, Delhi Cantt and reviewed an impressive 'Guard of Honour' by the smartly turned out Cadets drawn from all the three Wings of NCC i.e. Army, Navy and Air Force.
January 15, 2018
Modi invites Israeli investment in defence sector
By Rohit Srivastava
After the debacle of Spike deal, proving the skeptics wrong the two Prime Ministers display confidence in the strength and depth of the bilateral relations between India and Israel and agree to take it further into new territories.
January 15, 2018
France's Armée de l'Air welcomes first C-130J Super Hercules
Florence Parly, France's minister of the Armed Forces, officially welcomed the country's first C-130J Super Hercules aircraft to the Armée de l'Air's 62st Transport Wing with a ceremony at Orléans-Bricy Air Base today.
January 14 2018
Search for ONGC helicopter crew continues – Update 2
The search operations by Indian Navy for the crashed Pawan Hans helicopter (C/s VT-PWA) continued throughout the night of 13 January 18 and have been continuing thereafter.
January 13 2018
Indian Navy launches large scale rescue operations to search for the missing Pawan Hans helicopter – Update 1
The Search operations by the Indian Navy for the missing Pawan Hans helicopter and the crew continue. Currently, four Indian Naval ships (Teg, Tarasa, T 11 and T 45) are undertaking search in the area.
January 13 2018
Indian Navy launches large scale rescue operations to search for the missing Pawan Hans helicopter
Based on information on a Pawan Hans helicopter missing on 13 Jan 18, Indian Navy has launched large scale rescue operations to search for the missing helicopter.
January 12, 2018
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"Man behind the weapon that matters" – Army Chief Bipin Rawat
Responding to a question of Jayant Baranwal, Editor-in-Chief, SP Guide Publications, during the annual press conference, Chief of Army Staff General Bipin Rawat explained in detail how the army is technologically empowering and motivating its soldiers to tackle emerging threats.
January 12, 2018
Chief of the Air Staff visits DG NCC Republic Day Camp 2018
Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa, PVSM, AVSM, YSM, VM, ADC, Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) visited the NCC Republic Day Camp 2018 at Delhi Cantt on 12 Jan 2018.
January 12, 2018
Sri Lanka Tri-Services delegation visits Kochi
In order to strengthen the existing India-Sri Lanka bilateral ties, a nine-member Sri Lankan Tri-Services delegation, headed by Mr Kapila Waidyaratne, PC, Secretary of Defence made a two-day visit to the Southern Naval Command, (SNC) Kochi from January 11, 2018.
January 12 2018
Leonardo to lead OCEAN2020 program, the first and most important European Defence Agency research tender for naval surveillance technology
Leonardo was awarded the most important project related to the first European Defence Found's initiative, OCEAN2020, to boost Europe's defence capabilities, issued by the European Union under the 'Preparatory Action on Defence Research' programme.
January 11, 2018
Naval Group and Airbus Helicopters responsible for building the first demonstrator of a rotary-wing drone for a warship
The DGA (Direction Générale de l'Armement) has just awarded a contract for technology development in the field of rotary-wing drones to the Naval Group and Airbus Helicopters consortium.
January 11, 2018
Fourth Damen 3307 Patrol Vessel delivered to Homeland Integrated Offshore Services
Homeland Integrated Offshore Services Ltd (Homeland) of Lagos, Nigeria, has taken delivery of another Damen 3307 Patrol Vessel for operations in the offshore oil fields in the Gulf of Guinea.
January 11, 2018
Indian Air Force conquers 'Seven Summits'
An expert team of IAF mountaineers had successfully scaled highest peaks of six different continents earlier and had recently embarked upon its culminating expedition to Mt Vinson in Antarctica to complete Mission Seven Summits.
January 10, 2018
Rolls-Royce honored as Team Freedom LCS Supplier of the Year
Recognized for their track record of exceptional performance and commitment to affordability, Rolls-Royce was named as the 2017 Team Freedom LCS Supplier of the Year at the 30th annual Surface Navy Association National Symposium on Jan. 9.
January 9, 2018
Defence Minister witness's naval operation
By Rohit Srivastava
On a two visit to western coast to witness Indian Navy's operational prowess, Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on January 8, arrived at Indian Naval Base INS Hansa, Goa.
January 9, 2018
Raksha Mantri visits BEL
The Hon'ble Raksha Mantri, Smt Nirmala Sitharaman, made her maiden visit to the Bangalore Complex of Navratna Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Ltd and had a first-hand glimpse of the facilities here today, January 9, 2018.
January 9, 2018
Handing over of third Mark IV LCU class vessel "L53" to Indian Navy
The third of the eight Mark IV LCU vessels "L53", built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited (GRSE), Kolkata, was formally "Handed Over" to the Indian Navy today, January 9, 2018 at GRSE, Kolkata.
January 9, 2018
Indian Industry Thrilled with successful 42nd launch and 100th Satellite Placement
FICCI congratulates ISRO family for its successful 42nd mission and 100th satellite placement in orbit. Dr Sanjaya Baru, Secretary General, FICCI mentioned "With the successful placement of Cartosat-2 and 30 co-passengers...
January 9, 2018
UVision has successfully demonstrated the Hero-400EC extended-range loitering system for a strategic customer
UVision Air Ltd. – a global pioneer of lethal aerial loitering systems of all sizes – has successfully demonstrated the Hero-400EC extended-range loitering system...
January 9, 2018
Raytheon awarded contract worth more than $1.5 billion for additional Patriot™ integrated air and missile defense capability
An undisclosed member of the 14-nation group that own the combat-proven Patriot Integrated Air and Missile Defense System has awarded Raytheon Company a direct commercial sales contract worth more than $1.5 billion for additional capability.
January 9, 2018
Arianespace and ArianeGroup kick off production for the final 10 Ariane 5 launchers across Europe's space industry in parallel to the operational debut of Ariane 6
With this latest order, there are now 23 Ariane 5 launchers in production or to be produced, from the PB+ and PC batches.
January 8, 2018
Army launches compendium of problem statement and solution
By Rohit Srivastava
Army Chief General Bipin Rawat, on January 8, launched compendiums of problem statements and solutions for the previously released compendium at the second edition of Army Technology Seminar which was jointly organised...
January 5, 2018
Procurement of Training Solution for P-8I Aircraft
P-8I Long Range Maritime Reconnaissance Anti Submarine Warfare (LRMRASW) aircraft were inducted into the Indian Navy commencing 2013.
January 4, 2018
MoD clears purchase for over 2,420 crore
By Rohit Srivastava
Continuing its recent spree of approval for capital purchases, Minister of Defence Nirmala Sitharaman, on January 4, approved purchase of aircraft training and electronic warfare solutions worth 2,420 crore.
January 4, 2018
Cancellation of Spike – discouraging for FDI in defence
By Rohit Srivastava
In a surprise move to boost Make in India, Ministry of Defence in December cancelled the much awaited anti tank missile deal with Israeli missile maker Rafael Advanced Defence System.
January 2, 2018
India to buy missiles and precision bombs for 1,600 cr
By Rohit Srivastava
To add more precise fire power to Indian military, Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today cleared two procurement proposals worth over 1,600 crore.
January 2, 2018
Latvia orders additional helicopters for State Border Guard
Leonardo is pleased to announce that the State Border Guard of Latvia has signed a contract for two AW119Kx single engine helicopters plus option for an additional unit, customised configuration and aircrew/maintenance technician training services.
December 30, 2017
First Chinese made carrier to undergo sea trial in Feb
By Rohit Srivastava
Come February and China will cross another milestone in its military self reliance when it will begin the sea trial of its home made Aircraft Carrier (ACC) technically known as Type 001A from Dalian Shipyard where it is being constructed.
December 29, 2017
Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa flies the last sortie of the ‘Hawkeyes’
Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa PVSM AVSM YSM VM ADC, Chief of the Air Staff is on a three day visit from 28-30 Dec 17 to Air Force Station Nal, one of the premier air bases operating the MiG-21 aircraft.
December 29, 2017
India conducts successful test of endo-atmospheric interceptor missile
By Rohit Srivastava
India, on December 28, successfully conducted test of indigenously developed Advanced Air Defence (AAD) - anti ballistic missile interceptor.
December 27, 2017
Gray Wolf: USAF awards Lockheed Martin $110 million for networked, affordable cruise missile
Lockheed Martin received a $110 million, five-year Phase 1 contract from the US Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to develop and demonstrate a new low-cost cruise missile called Gray Wolf.
December 26, 2017
Indian Air Force conquers 'Seven Summits'
After scaling of Mt Everest in 2005, IAF launched a unique and unprecedented series of mountaineering expedition 'Mission Seven Summits' with an aim to fly the tricolour and the IAF flag on the highest peaks in every continent.
December 26, 2017
India starts Sea Guardian procurement
By Rohit Srivastava
Giving a major flip to Indo-US defence cooperation, India has begun the process to procure remotely piloted Predator 'B' Sea Guardian from United States.
December 22, 2017
Boost to indigenous Light Combat Helicopter: One more RFP for HAL
HAL has received a Request for Proposal (RFP) for 15 Limited Series Light Combat Helicopters (LCH) from the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Indian Army today. This comes close on the heels of HAL receiving RFP for supply of 83 LCAs (Light Combat Aircraft) just days ago.
December 22, 2017
Boeing receives contract for Japan KC-46 tanker
Through the Foreign Military Sale process, the US Air Force has awarded Boeing a $279 million contract for the Japan Air Self-Defense Force's (JASDF's) first KC-46 tanker and logistics support, marking the aircraft's first international sale.
December 22, 2017
Airbus Helicopters and UK Ministry of Defence sign follow-on support arrangement for RAF Puma Mk2
Airbus Helicopters and the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) have signed a Follow-on Support Arrangement contract to provide support to the Royal Air Force Puma 2 fleet over the planned service life of the aircraft.

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