Boeing averted a potential crisis in its fighter jet production by acquiring the critical GKN Aerospace facility in Hazelwood, Missouri. This deal safeguards not only the continued manufacture of F-15 and F/A-18 fighter jets but also the jobs of approximately 550 skilled workers.
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UAE receives fourth GlobalEye AEW&C
Saab achieved a significant accomplishment in its GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) program on April 18, 2024, with the delivery of the fourth aircraft to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This latest delivery comes just four years after the UAE received their first GlobalEye, showcasing the program’s efficient execution.
Hungary welcomes first C-390 for testing
Hungary gears up to welcome its first Embraer C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft on Apr. 12. The aircraft, manufactured in Brazil, will arrive at KecskemĂ©t air base for a three-week testing period, marking a significant step towards replacing the Hungarian Air Force’s (HAF) existing fleet of An-26 turboprop transports.
Japan Coast Guard orders three more H225 helicopters
The Japan Coast Guard (JCG) has further strengthened its rotary-wing fleet by placing an order for three additional Airbus H225 helicopters. This latest acquisition brings the JCG’s total H225 fleet to 18, solidifying their position as the leading operator of Super Puma family helicopters in Japan.
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Embraer and Brazilian Air Force partner on ISR mission platform studies
Embraer and the Brazilian Air Force have announced a collaboration to explore adaptations of existing Embraer platforms for Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions.
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