Irkut to build UAV for Vietnam

Izvestia daily reported on Thursday that Irkut will build a UAV for Vietnam to evaluate. While the evaluation if for civilian applications, Irkut’s official conceded that the UAV can be used for military purposes.

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NH90 Simulators for France

The NATO Helicopter Management Agency (NAHEMA) has tasked Sogitec Industries to design and produce a full-flight simulator for French Army and Air Force NH90 helicopters.

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Wreckage of Norwegian C-130J found

Swedish rescue teams have located the wreckage of a missing Norwegian C-130J near the top of Sweden’s highest mountain on Friday.

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