Kommersant daily says China is in talks with Russia for 48 Sukhoi Su-35 fighters and are close to signing the contract.
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Month: March 2012
Photo: PLAAF first six female JH-7 fighter pilots
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Long March 5 rocket to make first flight in 2014
China’s new Long March 5 rocket will make its maiden flight in 2014. Liang Xiaohong, deputy head of the China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology, said development of the first hydrogen tank has been completed and all major structures will be ready within this year.
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Disagreement within India’s MoD on Rafale’s life cycle cost
Two members of a committee within the Indian Ministry of Defense have objected to the way the life cycle cost of the Rafale has been calculated.
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Spain wants to include F-100 frigates in missile defense shield
Spain wants its F-100 frigates to play a part in the U.S.-led European missile defense shield. Spanish military sources say both countries are negotiating a deal.
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