Iraq requests pilot training and logistical support from US
The US State Department has approved a request from Iraq for pilot and maintenance training, contractor logistical support for trainer aircraft, and base support.
MQ-8C Fire Scout completes first flight from US Navy Littoral Combat Ship
An MQ-8C Fire Scout autonomous helicopter took to the air for the first time from a US Navy Independence class Littoral Combat ship.
BAE awarded $112m US Army contract to sustain M88 recovery vehicles
BAE has received a contract worth up to $112 million from the US Army to perform technical support and sustainment of M88 recovery vehicles.
Singapore planning to base F-15 squadron in New Zealand
The Singaporean government has reportedly earmarked the Royal New Zealand Air Force Base at Ohakea, on New Zealand’s North Island, as a potential overseas base for one of its F-15 squadrons.
Poland considers purchasing F-35, F-16 aircraft
Polish Deputy Defence Minister Bartosz Kownacki said that Poland is considering the purchase of new F-35s or F-16s to replace aircraft to be phased out of service.
Australia concludes major maritime exercise off the coast of Perth
The Royal Australian Navy and its international partners are returning to port after several weeks of successful exercises and wargames off the coast of Western Australia.
J-20 enters service in China
The Chengdu J-20, China’s independently developed fighter has entered service with the People’s Liberation Army Air Force.
Royal Australian Navy destroyer HMAS Hobart completes sea trials
HMAS Hobart, first-of-class of Australia's three new Aegis-equipped Air Warfare Destroyers has completed five weeks of sea trials.
Northrop Grumman to provide LITENING pods to Royal Danish Air Force
Northrop Grumman Corporation has been awarded a contract by the Royal Danish Air Force to provide LITENING Targeting pods for its F-16 aircraft.
US Navy conducts Hellfire missile test from Littoral Combat Ship
The US Navy has conducted a test firing of the Surface to Surface Missile Module from a Littoral Combat Ship.