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Rapid Dragon: A Game-changer in Stand-Off Weapons Delivery

A program between the U.S. defense industry and several military customers called Rapid Dragon allows for delivery of munitions from non-combat aircraft.
A standard cargo version of the Palletized Munition Deployment System drops from a C-17A. (Photo: Air Force Research Laboratories)
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Eurofighter Tranche 4 Offers New Tech and Retrofit Capabilities

The quest for Eurofighter relevance until the European next-gen fighter programs enter production keeps partners busy upgrading systems for retrofit.
Eurofighter
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Embraer Defense & Security Eyes European Expansion

Several important achievements for Embraer this year included receipt of the Final Type Certificate for the C-390 Millennium.
Saab Gripen F-39E
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PLA Exercises Raise Further Fears of a Chinese Attack on Taiwan

The People’s Republic of China is intensifying intimidation of its island neighbor Taiwan.
Ground crew work on the third prototype of the Shenyang J-35 twin-engine fighter at Shenyang Aircraft Works in Northern China
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Russian Aerospace Forces a Shadow of Former Self

Ukrainian defenses are exposing weaknesses in Russia’s air power.
Su-30SM-1
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U.S., European Defense Suppliers Play Critical Role in Ukraine

Upgrading aging Russian jets with Western hardware is now making a difference in the air war in Ukraine.
PSU F-16-02
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China’s PLAAF: On Multiple Tracks To Become A Modern Force

Russian derivatives form the basis of China’s aspirations to join the world’s top producers of fighter aircraft.
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China’s March To Challenge U.S. Navy Shortens

Beijing has shortened development timelines by acquiring U.S. and Russian carrier aviation technology.
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Covid, Sanctions Take Toll on Russia’s Defense Electronics Firms

Russia’s defense industry has been crippled by supply-chain disruptions and Western sanctions.
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Russia Shifting Priorities to New Fighter Designs

The Russian defense industry looks to move beyond upgrades and derivatives of the Su-27 and MiG-29.
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Russia Signals Ambition To Overturn UAE F-35 Sale

The new single-engine “Checkmate” fighter appears for the first time outside Russia at Dubai 2021.
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Diehl Unveils Adaptive Missile Innovations At Singapore

Diehl Defence is highlighting its adaptive missile solutions at the 2020 Singapore Airshow.
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PLAAF Senior Pilot Reveals Poor Performance in Joint Exercise With RTAF

A report details the performance of PLAAF aircraft in Falcon Strike 2015.
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India Prepares For New Fighter Tender

Rafales are now being delivered but there are still holes and problems with the procurement cycle.
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Ukraine Defense Aims To Thrive Against Odds

Ukraine has been hitting the headlines again recently but it still remains vulnerable to Russia, so is trying to bolster its defenses.
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Maintenance and Modifications

BARP Offers Services for New and Older Russian Fighters

Belarus Aircraft Repair Plant No. 558 enjoys a competitive advantage in the servicing of Russia-built aircraft.
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Catic Caters to Customers with Full Line of Fighters

China's Catic has pursued new military aircraft programs based on increasingly advanced technology.
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Russia’s Aerospace Sector May Be Headed For Consolidation

Folding Russian Helicopters into the OAK structure to form one single entity is a possibility.
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Accidents

Ukraine International Airlines Demands Full Investigation Into Iran 737 Shootdown

Ukraine International Airlines executives held a press conference to address Iran’s culpability in the shootdown of Flight PS752.
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Elettronica Offers Next-Gen EW System For Europe, Asia

Four companies have teamed to develop the “Praetorian Evolution" of the Eurofighter.
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Iran’s Aerospace Sector Remains Isolated

Sanctions imposed on the country limit the options of home-grown manufacturers.
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Conflict Over An-124 Program Continues

A conflict over the An-124 freighter between Ukraine and Russia puts Germany In the middle.
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Russian EW Weaknesses Endure While Other Nations Innovate

Russia’s EW system development has failed to change direction to account for inherent weaknesses.
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U.S., Allies Take Notice of China's Advances In Defense

China rattles sabres in escalating tension with the U.S.
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Russia’s Volga-Dnepr Expands Business Profile

Changes in its relationship with Russia have prompted Volga-Dnepr to pursue new opportunities.
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Ukrainian Industry Expands Niche In Several Markets

Ukraine's aerospace industry serves companies operating Soviet-era platforms and nations looking to build their own industry.
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Poland’s Defense Procurement May End Up Only Half Complete

The country is working to reduce its reliance on Russia-built models.
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Ukraine Industry Enhancing Independence From Russia

Political tensions between Russia and Ukraine in recent years have prompted companies such as Antonov to look to the rest of the world.
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Poland’s Defense Procurement May End Up Only Half Complete

As the first line of defense against Russian aggression, Poland's military forces play a pivotal role
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Boeing’s Max Loss May Be Embraer’s Gain in Ukraine

The former Soviet republics represent what could be just one example of a region where Embraer E-Jets are making more headway due to Max issues.
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