MBDA announced that it has fixed problems with the Aster 30 air defense missile and a series of test firings have validated the fix.
Month: June 2010
Truman Carrier Strike Group Relieves Eisenhower
Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group (CSG) will relieve the Dwight D. Eisenhower CSG as Commander, Task Force 50 Jul. 2, beginning a routine deployment to the U.S. 5th Fleet Area of Responsibility (AOR).
Pakistan now has all-weather night attack capability
Pakistan’s Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Rao Qamar Suleman said that with delivery of the first three F-16 Block 52s. The country has now attained an all-weather night attack capability.
Italy to purchase 2 LHDs
Italy’s is expected to improve its amphibious assault capability when two 20,000-ton amphibious assault ships (LHDs) are commissioned. Continue reading “Italy to purchase 2 LHDs”
Snowbirds celebrate Canadian Naval Centennial
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds Demonstration Team paid tribute to the Canadian Naval Centennial on Jun. 12 flying over the beautiful shores of Esquimalt Lagoon with a show for the sailors, military families and citizens of Victoria, B.C.