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June 20, 2019
India kickstarts 45,000 Crore programme for building 6 submarines under Project 75 (I)
By Vishal ThaparEoI issued for selecting Indian Strategic Partner, process for shortlisting foreign OEMs to begin in 2 weeks
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June 20, 2019
Indian Navy executes Operation SankalpIndian Navy has deployed, in the Gulf of Oman, to re-assure Indian Flagged Vessels operating / transiting through Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman following the maritime security incidents in the region.
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June 16, 2019
SkyGuardian surpasses 100 test flightsThe MQ-9B SkyGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) - designed and developed by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA ASI) - has now flown more than 100 test flights as development continues towards its first delivery to the Royal Air Force (RAF) as part of the Protector RG Mk1 programme.
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June 15, 2019
Littoral Combat Ship 21 (Minneapolis-Saint Paul) Christened and launchedThe Lockheed Martin led shipbuilding team launched Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) 21, the future USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul into the Menominee River at the Fincantieri Marinette Marine Shipyard.
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June 15, 2019
Repeat of AN-32 crash in Arunachal will not happen again: IAF Chief
By Noor SharmaIndian Air Force (IAF) Chief B.S Dhanoa on June 15 said corrective steps will be taken to prevent a repeat of the June 3 AN-32 crash in Arunachal Pradesh which killed all 13 personnel on board.
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June 15, 2019
India setting up agency to develop weapons for space warfare
By Vishal ThaparClose on the heels of a successfully testing an anti-satellite (A-SAT) weapon, India is setting up an agency to develop technology and weapons for space warfare.
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June 15, 2019
AN-32 Crash: Inclement weather hampering recovery operationsOperations to retrieve the mortal remains of the personnel onboard the ill fated An-32 are on. The rescue team of 17 IAF, Army SF and civilian members is present at the crash site.
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June 15, 2019
CAS reviews Combined Graduation Parade at the Air Force AcademyAir Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa PVSM AVSM YSM VM ADC, Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee and Chief of the Air Staff was the Reviewing Officer for the Combined Graduation Parade at the Air Force Academy, Dundigal on June 15, 2019.
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June 14, 2019
Raksha Mantri meets COAS, VCOAS and Army CommandersHon'ble Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh met General Bipin Rawat, Chief of the Army Staff, Lieutenant General Devraj Anbu, Vice Chief of the Army Staff and all the GOC-in-Cs today.
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June 14, 2019
IAF continues efforts to bring back mortal remainsIAF mountaineers, Army Special Forces personnel and local mountaineers were dropped off at the closest possible location to the crash site and have reached the crash site.
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June 13, 2019
Boeing to Build MH-47G Block II Chinooks for Special OpsBoeing will build next-generation MH-47G Chinooks for the US Army Special Operations Aviation Command. The Block II configuration will enhance the Army's ability to safely carry out the most challenging missions around the world.
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June 13, 2019
13 bodies found from crash site of IAF AN-32 in Arunachal
By Vishal ThaparSearch teams led by the Indian Air Force (IAF) on June 13 recovered the bodies of all 13 personnel who were on board the AN-32 transport aircraft which crashed into a mountain near Tato in Arunachal Pradesh on June 3.
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June 13, 2019
Raksha Mantri reviews preparations of Indian Navy view Cyclone 'Vayu'The Hon'ble Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh reviewed the preparedness of Indian Navy along the Maharashtra & Gujarat coast in view of the approaching Cyclone Vayu at Naval Headquarters, New Delhi this morning.
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June 13, 2019
Cyclone 'Vayu' - Indian Navy PreparationsThe Indian Navy reviewed all preparatory actions in coordination with State/ Civil administration of Gujarat for Cyclone 'Vayu'.
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June 12, 2019
Maritime Information Sharing Workshop 2019A Maritime Information Sharing Workshop (MISW) is being hosted by the Indian Navy, under the aegis of the Information Fusion Centre - Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR), Gurugram.
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June 12, 2019
Indian Navy on standby notice in view of Cyclone VayuThe following preparatory actions have been initiated by Headquarters, Western Naval Command, Mumbai to respond expeditiously to the developing situation in view of #CycloneVayu:-
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June 11, 2019
Lockheed Martin delivers GPS III Contingency operations (COps) ground system upgrade to control more powerful GPS satellitesThe next step in modernizing the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite constellation with new technology and capabilities is happening from the ground up!
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June 11, 2019
Lockheed Martin develops advanced visualization training tool for Apache flight line maintainersLockheed Martin has launched the latest version of RELY3D®, an advanced visualization and training tool for Apache AH-64 sensor system maintainers.
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June 11, 2019
Airbus springs a surprise in $5 Billion naval chopper competition, no-show by Bell
By Vishal ThaparGovernment decision awaited on allowing public sector HAL bid in programme meant to create "wider private sector participation"
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June 11, 2019
Wreckage of IAF AN-32 found in Arunachal 8 days after it went missing
By Vishal ThaparEight days after an Indian Air Force (IAF) AN-32 transport aircraft went missing during a flight to a forward air strip close to the Chinese boundary, the wreckage of the aircraft was located from the air by a search team on a Mi-17 helicopter...
June 10, 2019
Boeing and Rossell Techsys celebrate dual milestones for V-22 Osprey and AH-64 ApacheRossell Techsys celebrated dual milestones with Boeing for the V-22 Osprey and AH-64 Apache programs. Rossell Techsys delivered the 2000th harness for the V-22 Osprey and the 1000th electrical panel for the AH-64 Apache to Boeing.
June 8, 2019
CAS visits Air Force Station JorhatThe search for the missing Indian Air Force An-32 continued unabated today. On 3rd June, the aircraft had got airborne from IAF's Jorhat Airbase in Assam for Mechuka Advanced Landing Ground in the West Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh.
June 7, 2019
Amidst calls for privatisation, Air India flies to record-breaking full capacity
By Vishal Thapar and Noor SharmaMarket gives a thumbs up to the beleaguered National Carrier amidst a fresh disinvestment bid
June 7, 2019
India signs $43.2 Million contract for Spice smart bombs
By Vishal ThaparEmergency purchase is the first defence deal by the new Government, to build up war reserve stockpile
June 7, 2019
Locatory.com launches new service – aircraft engine stands leasing for MROs and airlinesLocatory.com, an aviation IT company primarily acting as an aircraft parts locator, a part of Avia Solutions Group, is continuously looking for opportunities in rapidly growing aviation market and always suggest new solutions for its clients.
June 7, 2019
Rostec to finance civil aviation projects with over $600 millionNovikombank, part of Russia's State Corporation Rostec, concluded a number of agreements during the XXIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF-2019) to finance the holdings of the Corporation's aviation cluster...
June 6, 2019
Sikorsky Flies Black Hawk with Optionally Piloted Vehicle TechnologyKit developed by Sikorsky gives UH-60A helicopter full-authority fly-by-wire flight controls, marking the first step toward transforming the aircraft into an Optionally Piloted Vehicle
June 6, 2019
AFI KLM E&M voted Overall MRO Provider of the Year by Airline Economics and MRO GlobalAFI KLM E&M proudly received the 2019 'Overall MRO Provider of the Year' Award granted by Airline Economics and MRO Global.
June 6, 2019
ST Engineering's Aerospace Arm Sets Up MRO JV with Vietnam Airlines to Capture Regional GrowthSingapore Technologies Engineering Ltd (ST Engineering) today announced that its Aerospace arm and Vietnam Airlines Engineering Company (VAECO), a subsidiary of Vietnam Airlines Co Ltd, have incorporated...
June 5, 2019
Massive search for missing IAF AN-32 aircraft continues without success for 3rd day
By Vishal ThaparCongress attacks Goverment, asks why Russian-origin transport fleet is fitted with 'obsolete' emergency beacons
June 5, 2019
Indian Navy demonstrates submarine rescue capability off Eastern seaboard
By Vishal Thapar & Noor SharmaNewly-acquired DSRV mates with Kilo class submarine in a simulated distress scenario at the bottom of the sea, brings 30 'trapped' submariners to the surface safely
June 4, 2019
Indian Navy SAILS towards pursuance of the energy and environmental goals of country - World Environment Day 2019Indian economy has seen unprecedented growth over the past two decades, which has spurred the energy demand.
June 4, 2019
Northrop Grumman successfully demonstrates LTAMDS capability to the US ArmyNorthrop Grumman Corporation demonstrated its in-production, innovative solution for the US Army's Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor (LTAMDS) program during an open "Sense Off" competition at White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico from May 16 - June 1.
June 4, 2019
Raytheon systems complete first dual-target test of Ford-class integrated combat systemRaytheon Company and the US Navy completed the final developmental test of the latest generation of the Ship Self Defense System, or SSDS, Integrated Combat System for the USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78).
June 3, 2019
Blazing new trails in aviation: MTU Aero Engines showcases innovative commercial and military propulsion technologies at 2019 Paris Air ShowEvolutionary and revolutionary propulsion concepts for commercial aircraft
June 3, 2019
Raytheon wins US Air Force contract to mentor a small business on cybersecurity best practicesRaytheon Company and Infinity Technology Services, LLC, won a two-year Mentor Protégé program contract from the US Air Force.
June 3, 2019
Team SkyGuardian Canada looking to growGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA ASI), CAE Canada, MDA, and L3 WESCAM are expanding Team SkyGuardian to include even more Canadian companies.
June 3, 2019
Rajnath Singh visits troops at Siachen
By Vishal ThaparRajnath Singh hit the ground running as India's new Defence Minister, visiting the world's highest battlefield at Siachen within 48 hours of taking charge.
June 3, 2019
IAF AN-32 with 13 on board goes missing en route to air strip near China border
By Vishal ThaparSu-30MKI fighters, C-130J Super Hercules aircraft launched in massive search operation
June 3, 2019
Ahead of fresh Gripen bid, IAF Chief in Sweden
By Vishal ThaparThe fighter aircraft offer is central to the Scandinavian country's bid to revive defence trade with India after the post-Bofors freeze
June 3, 2019
Ajit Doval gets a second term as NSA, promoted to Cabinet rank
By Vishal ThaparElevation an acknowledgement of key role in big national security initiatives during PM Modi's first term
June 2, 2019
Visit of Chief of the Air Staff to SwedenAir Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa PVSM AVSM YSM VM ADC, Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee and Chief of the Air Staff Indian Air Force is embarking on a four day official visit to Sweden from 3 to 6 June 2019.
June 1, 2019
Rajnath Singh takes over as Defence Minister
By Vishal ThaparDefence Secretary Mitra's term extended by 3 months
June 1, 2019
Performance Highlights of 2018-19Navratna Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has recorded a turnover of 11,789 Crores (audited) during the Financial Year 2018-19, registering a growth of 17% over the previous year turnover of 10,085 Crores.
May 31, 2019
Recasting of the Big Four in Modi's Ministry opens up new possibilities
By Vishal ThaparRajnath will have to put the Make in India agenda in Defence on fast track, Puri confronted with failing airlines
May 30, 2019
A first: New Navy Chief to take over amidst a challenge to his appointment
By Vishal ThaparThe Military Tribunal has made Admiral Karambir Singh's continuation as Chief of Naval Staff conditional to the outcome of a legal contest
May 30, 2019
CAS reviews Passing Out Parade of 136th Course at the National Defence AcademyAir Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa PVSM AVSM YSM VM ADC, Chief of the Air Staff was the Reviewing Officer today for the Passing Out Parade of 136th Course at the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla.
May 30, 2019
Modi visits National War Memorial ahead of swearing in, sets the tone for new term
By Vishal ThaparAhead of his swearing in for a second term in India's top political office on May 30, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the National War Memorial in New Delhi...
May 30, 2019
Northrop Grumman delivers first E-2D aircraft to JapanNorthrop Grumman Corporation completed its first delivery of an E-2D Advanced Hawkeye to the Japanese Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) on March 29.
May 29, 2019
Outgoing Navy Chief hands over the tri-service baton to Air Chief
By Vishal ThaparForces await decision on permanent Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee by new government
May 29, 2019
GA-ASI Integrating L3 WESCAM's MX™-20 onto Multiple Platforms as Part of Team SkyGuardian CanadaAs members of Team SkyGuardian Canada and supporters of the MQ-9B SkyGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) for Canada's RPAS Project, L3 WESCAM and General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
May 29, 20198
BEL achieves 11,789.22 Cr turnover in FY 2018-19Navratna Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) achieved a turnover of 11789.22 crs (audited) for the ended F.Y. 2018-19 registering a growth of 16.90% over the turnover of 10084.84 crs achieved in the previous year.
May 29, 20198
CAE MAD-XR next-generation magnetic anomaly detection system enters productionToday at CANSEC, Canada's global defence and security show, CAE announced the company has started production of the CAE Magnetic Anomaly Detection-Extended Role (MAD-XR) system.
May 28, 2019
The CAS visits Air Force Station Sarsawa to pay homage to the air warriors who made supreme sacrifice during Operation Safed SagarAir Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa, PVSM AVSM YSM VM ADC Chief of the Air Staff visited Air Force Station Sarsawa today to commemorate the supreme sacrifice of Air Warriors who laid down their life during Op Safed sagar.
May 28, 2019
Country's first 'all women crew' flies the Mi-17 V5 helicopter
By Ayushee ChaudharyConsisting of three women, the crew flew a Mi-17 V5 helicopter for a Battle Inoculation Training mission.
May 28, 2019
Royal Canadian Navy looking to battle GPS threats with Collins Aerospace anti-jam techDigital GPS Anti-Jam Receiver to be installed on Halifax-class frigate for evaluation of Assured Positioning, Navigation and Timing performance
May 28, 2019
CAE to begin work on design phase of Canadian Surface Combatant ship programLockheed Martin Canada subcontracts CAE to support Combat Systems training needs analysis and human factors engineering during design phase
May 28, 2019
Raytheon missiles support complex NATO exerciseRaytheon Company missiles played vital roles in the Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO military exercise called Formidable Shield 2019, which took place off the coast of Scotland and included scenarios of no-notice target launches.
May 27, 2019
The CAS visits Air Force Station Bhisiana and Sarsawa to pay homage to the air warriors who made supreme sacrifice during operation Safed SagarAir Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa PVSM AVSM YSM VM ADC, Chief of the Air Staff, led a four aircraft, MiG-21 'Missing Man' formation flypast today...
May 27, 2019
DRDO successfully test fires AKASH - MK -1SDefence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully test fired AKASH-MK-1S missile from ITR, Chandipur, Odhisa on 25 and 27 May 2019. Akash Mk1S is an upgrade of existing AKASH missile with indigenous Seeker.
May 27, 2019
Nexter in Ottawa for Cansec Trade ShowNexter, a KNDS company, european leader in land defense, will be present at the CANSEC Trade Show from May 29 - 31 2019 in Ottawa, Canada.
May 27, 2019
Nexter in Czech Republic for IDET Trade ShowNexter, a KNDS company, european leader in land defense, will be present at the IDET Trade Show from May 29 - 31 2019 in Brno, Czech Republic.
May 25, 2019
Passing Out Parade - Spring Term 2019 held at Indian Naval Academy, EzhimalaIn a spectacular Passing out Parade (POP) held at Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, on Saturday, 25th May 2019, 264 trainees comprising Midshipmen and cadets of Indian Navy, Indian Coast Guard, and ten international cadets passed...
May 24, 2019
Northrop Grumman demonstrates GPS software defined radio navigation solution during flight testNorthrop Grumman Corporation, in partnership with the Air Force Research Laboratory Sensors Directorate, demonstrated the first Software Defined Radio (SDR)-based, M-code enabled GPS receiver on production-capable hardware during a recent flight test.
May 24, 2019
Boeing's Starliner completes service module hot fire testingBoeing's CST-100 Starliner propulsion system was put to the test at NASA's White Sands Test Facility in New Mexico. Teams ran multiple tests proving both the vehicle's in-space maneuvering system as well as the critical launch abort system.
May 24, 2019
Nexter Robotics awarded High Research Secured - Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) Sys contractNexter, a KNDS group company, leading European land defence systems manufacturer, today announced that it has officially been selected by the Canadian government to supply the Canadian Army with 88 multi-purpose robots.
May 24, 2019
IAF's workhorse to fly on bio-fuel containing tree-borne oils
By Vishal ThaparThe formidable workhorse of the Indian Air Force (IAF) transport fleet, the Antonov-32, will now fly on aviation fuel blended with tree-borne oils sourced from tribal areas.
May 24, 2019
HAL attempts to gatecrash India's first Strategic Partner programme to acquire naval choppers
By Vishal ThaparHAL has a declared tie-up with Russian Helicopters, and its participation could skew the selection process in favour of the Kamov-226T in the $ 5B programme
May 24, 2019
Sahara – A hostel for the Veer NarisHon'ble Lt Governor of Delhi Shri Anil Baijal inaugurated the Sahara Naval Hostel for the 'Veer Naris' at Vasant Kunj, New Delhi, today. Admiral Sunil Lanba, Chief of the Naval Staff and Mrs Reena Lanba, President Naval Wives Welfare Association (NWWA) were also present in addition to several senior naval and civilian officials.
May 23, 2019
IAF gets its first operational woman fighter pilot
By Ayushee ChaudharyThis moment could well be etched in India's military history as one of the most powerful symbols of women breaking the glass ceiling in one of the most forbidding avenues for them.
May 22, 2019
IAF test-fires air-launched BrahMos cruise missile against land target
By Vishal ThaparThe Indian Air Force (IAF) on May 22 declared a successful test-firing of the air-launched version of the BrahMos supersponic cruise missile from a Su-30MKI fighter.
May 22, 2019
Air India scrambles to occupy Jet space, announces new international and domestic flights
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe national carrier makes a bold attempt to fill some of the capacity vacated by the grounded airline amidst peak demand in holiday season
May 22, 2019
Virgin Atlantic Cargo doubles India services with new route to MumbaiVirgin Atlantic is relaunching flights between London Heathrow and Mumbai, a thriving cargo route for customers in India, the UK and US. The first service is set to commence on 27th October 2019 and will complement the airline's long-established route between London and Delhi.
May 22, 2019
PSLV-C46, carrying RISAT-2B successfully launched by ISRO on Wednesday
By Ayushee ChaudharyFollowing two successful PSLV launches earlier this year, ISRO conducted yet another successful launch with PSLV-C46 carrying the earth observation satellite, RISAT-2B which is also expected to be used for military surveillance.
May 22, 2019
Affiliation of ICG ship Shaurya with 3rd (Naga Hills) battalion of Assam RiflesIn an effort to enhance inter Armed Forces Cooperation and utilise each other's assets for training and sports, the Director Generals of Assam Rifles...
May 22, 2019
Collins Aerospace achieves critical security certification for M-Code Common GPS ModuleCollins Aerospace Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp. has received the Global Positioning Systems Directorate (GPS-D) security certification from the US Air Force Space and Missile Systems Center (USAF SMC) for its Military Code (M-Code) Common GPS Module (CGM).
May 22, 2019
New DeepStrike missile exceeds US Army lethality requirementsRaytheon Company successfully tested an advanced warhead for the new DeepStrike® surface-to-surface missile, moving the weapon closer to its first flight test planned for later this year.
May 21, 2019
HK Bellawings Jet Limited of Hong Kong exercises options for two Global 7500 business jets and signs new letter of intent for five additional Global 7500 aircraftBombardier is pleased to announce that Hong Kong aircraft management company HK Bellawings Jet Limited has signed a letter of intent (LOI) for five new...
May 21, 2019
Textron Aviation displays special mission strength; showcasing air ambulance configured Citation Latitude at EBACETextron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, is showcasing its first air ambulance configuration of the popular Citation Latitude at its static display at the 2019 European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition...
May 21, 2019
Next-generation Evolution™ seat from Collins Aerospace offers increased cabin room, comfort for business aviation passengersAt this year's EBACE, Collins Aerospace Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp., will launch its next-generation Evolution™ seat, which seamlessly combines commercial first-class seating with executive aircraft seating.
May 21, 2019
Collins Aerospace delivers new capabilities to CJ3 owners in Europe with EASA approval of Pro Line Fusion® retrofit offeringCessna Citation CJ3s registered in Europe can now have the advanced capabilities of Collins Aerospace Systems' Pro Line Fusion® avionics, which was recently certified by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).
May 21, 2019
Collins Aerospace gives business jet passengers more reasons to like Stage™ on demandCollins Aerospace continues to improve the flight experience for customers of Stage™ on demand for business aviation aircraft.
May 21, 2019
8th Indo-Myanmar Coordinated PatrolMyanmar Navy Ship UMS King TabinShweHtee (773) and UMS Inlay (OPV-54) have arrived Port Blair on 20 May for the 'Opening Ceremony' of the 8th Indo-Myanmar coordinated patrol (IMCOR), at Andaman and Nicobar Command.
May 21, 2019
Bombardier enhances operations at London Biggin Hill Service Centre with addition of new refurbishment and repair shopBombardier is pleased to announce that its service centre at London Biggin Hill Airport is adding enhanced interior repair and refurbishment activities to the facility...
May 21, 2019
AiRXOS Supports NIAS And NASA UTM Program TCL4 with Air Mobility™ PlatformProvides scalable, secure, manageable end-to-end UTM infrastructure and applications for NASA TCL trials at FAA designated Nevada UAS Test Site in Reno, Nevada
May 21, 2019
Raytheon successfully completes US Army's LTAMDS sense-offRaytheon Company completed technical testing during the US Army's Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor sense-off at White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico.
May 20, 2019
flypop provides investor confidence with formation of Solicitor's Escrow accountIn order to give potential investors upmost confidence and security in their investment, flypop has set up an escrow account with an independent UK solicitor.
May 20, 2019
Gulfstream displays support for sustainability heading into EBACEGulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the Gulfstream G650ERTM, Gulfstream G600TM, Gulfstream G550TM and Gulfstream G280TM flew to Geneva for the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition using sustainable alternative jet fuel (SAJF).
May 20, 2019
Embraer Praetor 600 now triple-certified, receiving EASA and FAA approval, becoming the most disruptive and technologically advanced aircraft to enter the super-midsize categoryEmbraer announced today that the company's new Praetor 600 super-midsize business jet was granted its Type Certificate by EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency) and by the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration).
May 20, 2019
Four Seasons selects A321LR for aircruisesFour Seasons Hotels and Resorts has chosen the A321LR as its private jet for luxury worldwide travel, launching a new role for the Airbus corporate jet family. The aircraft will enter service in 2021.
May 20, 2019
Dassault freezes Falcon 6X designDassault Aviation has completed the Critical Design Review for its new Falcon 6X, freezing the detailed design of the new ultra widebody twinjet, and begun manufacturing major parts as the program tracks to assembly of the first aircraft by early 2020.
May 20, 2019
Bombardier welcomes first Global 6500 aircraft into its state-of-the-art completion facility in MontrealBombardier is pleased to announce that the first Global 6500 aircraft was inducted in its state-of-the-art completion centre in Montreal moving the new addition to the Global family closer to entry-into-service later this year.
May 20, 2019
Keen Interest in the PC-24 Super Versatile Jet - Order Book Reopens NowPilatus has already handed over 30 PC-24s since the first customer delivery in February 2018. The PC-24 fleet leader, serial number 101 belonging to PlaneSense, has already flown over 1,100 hours in its first 15 months of operation.
May 20, 2019
SD confirms significant rise in frequency of cybersecurity attacks on business aviationAhead of EBACE 2019 Satcom Direct (SD) – booth W115 -the business aviation solutions provider, notes a year on year increase of attempted cybersecurity attacks on business aviation aircraft subscribed to its multi-layered Cybersecurity...
May 20, 2019
Dassault debuts flight performance calculator for iPadDassault Aviation has released an iPad compatible version of Falcon Perf allowing quick and intuitive computation of Falcon take-off and landing performance.
May 20, 2019
Bombardier further improves segment-defining Challenger 350 aircraft with suite of enhancementsBombardier today confirmed a suite of updates to its Challenger 350 aircraft are all progressing on track for implementation in 2019, further underscoring its leadership position in the super mid-size segment.
May 20, 2019
Customers can enjoy more time flying with three new services added to Pratt & Whitney's Eagle Service™ PlanPratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp., announced today that it is adding three new services to its popular pay-per-hour engine maintenance program, the Eagle Service™ Plan (ESP™).
May 19, 2019
Brief on SIMBEX 2019On successful completion of IMDEX 19, IN ships Kolkata and Shakti are continuing their stay at Singapore to participate in the annual Singapore India Maritime Bilateral Exercise SIMBEX-2019 scheduled from 16 May to 22 May 19.
May 18, 2019
Eastern Army Commander visits MISA CampLieutenant General MM Naravane, Army Commander Eastern Command visited Misa Camp and was briefed in detail on the Op-preparedness of the formation. During the visit, he interacted with the troops and appreciated all ranks for their hard work and dedication and complimented them for a very well maintained military station.
May 17, 2019
IAF Chief flies 'Falcon Slayer' MiG-21
By Vishal ThaparChief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal BS 'Tony' Dhanoa flew solo in a MiG-21 Type 96 aircraft from the Sulur airbase on May 17.
May 17, 2019
Indian Navy demonstrates remote-controlled firing capability from warships
By Vishal ThaparTrial firing directed through satellite-based data link signals maturity of network centric warfare architecture
May 17, 2019
Ten years of MTU Aero Engines Polska: a German-Polish success storyTen years ago, the first 200 employees at MTU Aero Engines Polska started producing their first engine components. Today, the site in the Polish Aviation Valley near Rzeszów has about 900 employees – and is indispensable in the production...
May 17, 2019
PC-12 - The Safest and World's Best-Selling Single Turboprop is Leader of Its ClassWith demand for the PC-12 NG as high as ever, Pilatus sold 80 PC-12 NGs last year. As a result, the PC-12 again claims the title of world's best-selling single-engine turboprop in its category.
May 17, 2019
MRSAM Firing TrialsThe Indian Navy achieved a significant milestone in enhancing its Anti Air Warfare Capability with the maiden cooperative engagement firing of the Medium Range Surface to Air Missile (MRSAM).
May 17, 2019
Sikorsky HH-60W Combat Rescue Helicopter achieves first flightThe Sikorsky HH-60W Combat Rescue Helicopter achieved first flight today at Sikorsky's West Palm Beach, Florida site, an important step toward bringing this all-new aircraft to service members to perform critical search and rescue operations.
May 17, 2019
Sikorsky receives contract to build 12 CH-53K heavy lift helicoptersSikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company will build 12 production CH-53K King Stallion helicopters under a new $1.13 billion contract from the US Navy. These advanced helicopters are part of the 200 program of record aircraft for the US Marine Corps.
May 17, 2019
Boeing receives second US Navy contract for F/A-18 Service Life ModificationBoeing has received a one-year contract, which also includes a one-year option for 2020, to continue modernizing the US Navy's F/A-18 fleet under the Service Life Modification (SLM) program.
May 17, 2019
Northrop Grumman celebrates ten years of collaboration with the Lebanese Air ForceCelebrating ten years of continuous collaboration and partnership, Northrop Grumman began its relationship with the Lebanese Air Force in 2009 with the delivery of its first missionized Cessna 208 aircraft.
May 16, 2019
India gifts 2 Mi-24V helicopter gunships to Afghanistan to fight terrorism
By Vishal ThaparIndia on May 16 handed over two Mi-24V attack helicopters to Afghanistan to bolster its capability to fight terrorism and insurgency.
