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Royal Australian Air Force trials Curtiss-Wright's MAAS

6 days ago | airforce-technology.com | Upasana Mukherjee

The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has completed trials of Curtiss-Wright’s ESCO Mobile Aircraft Arresting Systems (MAAS) at RAAF Base Amberley. The systems are equipped with the 12 Rotor BAK-12 Energy Absorbers. The trials mark an advancement in the RAAF’s operational capacity, delivering improved braking performance vital for contemporary aircraft requirements.
US approves sale of TH-73A helicopters to Philippines

1 week ago | airforce-technology.com | Upasana Mukherjee

The US State Department has approved an estimated $120m potential foreign military sale of TH-73A training helicopters and associated support to the Philippines. The Philippines’ request includes TH-73A training helicopters, an aircraft simulator, spare engines, pack up kits, fuel tanks, aircraft hoists and lifts, among other items.
UK delivers second £752m loan to boost Ukraine’s defence efforts

1 week ago | airforce-technology.com | Upasana Mukherjee

The UK has completed a second payment of £752m ($997.70m) to Ukraine under the Extraordinary Revenue Acceleration Loans for Ukraine scheme, designed to assist in the procurement of military equipment. This financial support is directed towards strengthening Ukraine’s air defence systems in light of the persistent aerial attacks by Russia, including recent strikes on the city of Sumy.
Italian Air Force conduct missile firing campaigns in the UK

1 week ago | airforce-technology.com | John Hill

The Italian Air Force practiced missile firings from Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft at the UK Ministry of Defence’s Hebrides Range in Scotland. Their campaign assessed the viability of firing Meteor and AMRAAM beyond visual range air-to-air missiles from the Typhoon’s weapon system. The service conducted air and ground evaluations using the Telemetric Operational Missile variant of Meteor, which the Italians used to collect and assess flight and performance data.
Kongsberg, LOTN to establish F-16 MRO capability in Slovakia

2 weeks ago | airforce-technology.com | Upasana Mukherjee

Kongsberg Aviation Maintenance Services and Letecké opravovne Trenčín (LOTN) have signed a teaming agreement to develop an F-16 Falcon maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capability in Slovakia. This MRO service will be offered at LOTN’s current aircraft maintenance facility in Trencin, Slovakia, aimed at supporting the Slovakian Air Force’s new F-16 Block 70 fleet.
US approves $1.04bn sale of AMRAAM missiles to Australia

2 weeks ago | airforce-technology.com | Upasana Mukherjee

The US State Department has approved an estimated $1.04bn (A$1.8bn) potential foreign military sale (FMS) of advanced medium range air-to-air missiles (AMRAAM) to Australian Defence Force. RTX will serve as the principal contractor for the deal, which includes AIM-120C and AIM-120D AMRAAMs and related equipment. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency has officially notified Congress of the potential sale.
Danish Defence to establish new drone centre at HCA Airport

2 weeks ago | airforce-technology.com | Upasana Mukherjee

The Danish Defence has announced the establishment of a new drone centre at Airport in Odense, Demark, which will serve as a training facility. By 2026, the centre is expected to generate employment for approximately 100 individuals and is part of the Danish Defence’s extensive scale-up, which involves a billion-dollar investment. It will propel advancements in the drone sector through the accumulation of experience and partnerships with industry and research bodies.
GA-EMS and Rafael to manufacture Bullseye missile

2 weeks ago | airforce-technology.com | Archana Rani

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Rafael Advanced Defense Systems to produce Bullseye precision-guided missile for US defence customers. The long-range missile is designed to align with the operational requirements of the US armed forces and will adhere to the relevant standards set by the military to ensure compatibility and reliability.
TEKEVER opens Ukraine arm to boost defence support, innovation

2 weeks ago | airforce-technology.com | Archana Rani

European uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) company TEKEVER has established a new entity in Ukraine, following a collaboration with the Ministry of Strategic Industries of Ukraine. This initiative is designed to support the Ukrainian armed forces and strengthen European defence by tapping into regional innovation and expertise.
UK and US test propulsion for hypersonic cruise missile

2 weeks ago | airforce-technology.com | John Hill

Britain has explored several design variations for hypersonic propulsion which will go on to power a future cruise missile. After 233 static tests over the course of six weeks, the UK Ministry of Defence confirmed that a team of American and British scientists tested a high-speed, air-breathing engine at the NASA Langley Research Centre in Virginia.