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The latest fighter loss is the second for the Republic of China Air Force in the past few weeks, and the fourth this year.

As well as being cleared for a potential sale to Taiwan, the maritime version of the SkyGuardian is also being demonstrated to Japan’s Coast Guard.

The long-range missile and multi-spectral reconnaissance pod would both enhance Taiwan’s ability to conduct operations against mainland China.

Japan’s Self-Defense Force is requesting funding to increase the effectiveness of its air defenses in the light of North Korea bolstering its firepower.

Having previously signaled its intentions to acquire T-6s for the training role, the Royal Thai Air Force has firmed up its acquisition.

China has mounted a series of large-scale aerial exercises over the Bashi Channel in response to the visit to Taiwan of a U.S. delegation.

Embraer’s light attack turboprop is expected to join OV-10 Broncos operating in the close support/counter insurgency role.

The ability to respond rapidly to both external and internal threats is driving a program to renew the Philippines air force’s transport fleet.

Although not confirmed by the manufacturer, it seems that Thailand has selected the Beechcraft T-6 and AT-6 to answer training and light attack needs.

The Singaporean training detachment at Oakey in Queensland is scheduled to receive the bulk of the new CH-47F helicopters that are to be delivered shortly.

Better theater situational awareness, expanded missile defenses, armed UAVs and a light aircraft carrier are on Seoul’s shopping list.

The successor to the Harbin SH-5 amphibian in People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) service is making progress toward service entry.

In its ongoing search for an F-5 replacement the Indonesian air force has shown interest in the Austrian Typhoons, whose future is far from certain.

The Asian Business Aviation Association hopes general aviation and business aviation stakeholders will seize the current opportunity to expand.

The nation-state is working to ensure both arriving and departing passengers and crews are negative for CORVID-19.

The operator is seeing some benefits from the restrictions on airline travel.

The virus will likely affect the Chinese economy and others, but how much remains to be seen.

The successful introduction into service of the Xian Y-20 heavy transport has freed China from reliance on the Il-76 airframe for fighter support aircraft.

Helicopter rideshare program Ascent is talking to eVTOL aircraft developers about service entry in Asia, while stepping up carbon offsetting.

New trainers, transports, and a replacement for older Thai Air Force F-16s are to be purchased over the coming years, along with improved air defenses.

Singapore’s air force chief, Major General Kelvin Khong, spoke to AIN about upcoming RSAF programs.

Customers in tropical environments require different care to keep their aircraft flying, and Boeing is working to accommodate them.

Steadicopter and UVision are at Singapore looking to make inroads in the Asia-Pacific market.

Drones—small, lightweight, and relatively inexpensive—pose new challenges for security systems providers

IAI’s Heron has been one of the mainstays of the MALE UAV scene for many years. A new variant has been launched to improve its operational versatility.

Controp has produced a range of electro-optic turrets of varying sizes as part of the STAMP family, and is introducing a new payload for small UAVs.

Customers in tropical environments require different care to keep their aircraft flying, and Boeing is working to accommodate them.

The Republic of Singapore Air Force has selected the STOVL version of the F-35 to answer its new fighter requirement.

The 2020 Singapore Airshow will focus on innovation and new technology, including urban air mobility.

Indonesia’s first large UAV is due to fly for the first time this year, with production planned to get under way in 2024.