A new Block 4 version of the Arrow missile defense interceptor will soon be in the hands of the Israeli Air Force.
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Day: April 24, 2012
UAVs operated by special forces could provide targeting data for Tomahawks
Special forces operating in the front line could provide updated targeting data from their mini-UAVs for Tomahawk cruise missiles on their way to their targets.
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DARPA explains why HTV-2 failed
The Hypersonic Technology Vehicle (HTV-2) went into self-destruct mode after three minutes into its flight as the flight control system was overwhelmed by aerodynamic forces created when the skin of the projectile peeled off at high speeds.
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Rafale Ms to be upgraded to F3
France will upgrade 10 Rafale Ms from F1 to F3 standard. The announcement did not say when the upgrade will commence.
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Israel says no access given to airbases in Azerbaijan
Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman has refuted reports that Israel has gained access to airbases in Azerbaijan.
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