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Sensors assess and record the pilot’s breathing to detect that sufficient oxygen is being delivered, guarding against hypoxia.

Elbit Systems and Sigint–Elisra have developed a very lightweight self-protection/jamming system particularly suited to unmanned air vehicles.

Turkish type approved by EASA.

The new system includes a large HUD that shows video imagery with flight and navigation symbology overlaid in 2D and 3D.

MBDA has undertaken the first firing of the Spear advanced attack missile has it embarks on full development for the F-35.

Leonardo has developed an innovative IFF arrangement to complement the AESA radar

An ASDOT contract is due to be awarded in September 2018, with delivery of the service to run for 15 years starting in January 2020.

L-3 Wescam is due to have completed deliveries of the turrets to Airbus by June next year.

Kaman displays industrial versatility as K-Max re-enters production.

Fuji Heavy Industries—shortly to become the Subaru Corporation—has secured a contract to build the JGSDF’s next utility helicopter.

Airbus Defence and Space has been awarded separate contracts to extend the use of its LKMS (local key management system) cryptographic technology.

Inzpire shows off its BECO mission support system here at Farnborough.

Consultancy firm sees the commercial aviation industry slowing before growing–OEMs should plan to meet potential demand.

Having amassed considerable experience operating Mi-8/17s on UN contracts

After 16 years of development the Meteor air-to-air missile is now in front-line service with the Gripens of Sweden.

After five years of development Thales subsidiary TDA is launching its Aculeus-LG laser-guided rocket with a French army order.

Having supported Brazil’s Herons for some years, Avionics Services has now developed a version of the air vehicle tailored to Brazilian needs.

Swiss manufacturer has delivered its 1,400th PC-12 some 22 years after delivering the first.

As the Rockwell Collins/Elbit joint venture celebrates 20 years of providing JHMCS helmet-mounted displays, a new night cueing system is being trialed.

UK company Dart Jet is proposing a revolutionary approach to fast-jet training.

Embraer says KC-390 customers will have the “best support available” via its teaming agreement with Boeing.

Already stringent rules at Farnborough have meant few changes, the main one being the Red Arrows not doing a flypast instead of a display.

Israeli company’s missile expertise is a legacy of a troubled region and the need for robust defense, but exports are also a key focus.

Small drones have become a major threat to military/security forces and high-value targets. Drone Dome has been developed to defeat them.

Only the most accomplished in French aviation are recognized in this way.

Sweden is eager for enhanced fighter capability at a time of increased tension in the Baltic region.

CAE and Discovery Air also eye contracted-out opportunities elsewhere, including the UK.

London Heliport has reported an increase in movements over the past year. The facility has also recently celebrated its 500,000th movement

London Oxford Airport continues to grow its business aviation offering, with new tenants and significant investment in facilities

But while its many enhanced features were highlighted, the Swedish company is still promoting the recently updated C/D version.