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The drone attacks against Saudi Aramco and the use of drones in place of fighters have raised the profile of UAVs in the Middle East.
Airbus Defence and Space is introducing a range of improvements to the C295 medium utility transport, including Pro Line Fusion avionics.
Leonardo's compact anti-submarine acoustic system, which has applications for maritime aircraft and UAVs, has been trialed at sea.
The Collins Aerospace MFD-4820 is an 8- by 20-inch touchscreen display that is aimed at both new aircraft types and the retrofit market.
Aquila Aerospace is modifying two Challenger 650s to answer a UAE Air Force requirement for reconnaissance platforms.
New combined defense and security entity to be led by one of the UAE's leading technology entrepreneurs.
CAE's Dothan Training Center in Alabama specializes in fixed-wing pilot training for military customers.
Adept in airline, military, and corporate and VIP sectors, Alsalam Aerospace is advancing Saudi aerospace efforts.
A new military maintenance center in Al Ain will feature a dedicated Black Hawk nose-to-tail depot.
Customers for the DA62 maritime patroller now have the option of incorporating the long-range version of Leonardo's Gabbiano ultra-light radar.
