The U.S. Army could deploy its second JLENS system overseas soon.
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Day: February 19, 2013
UAE buys Predator drones
The United Arab Emirates will buy Predator drones from General Atomics, however the UAVs will not be armed. The deal is worth nearly $200 million.
[thumb]http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2013/02/18/uae-to-buy-us-made-drones-in-military-expansion/?test=latestnews[/thumb]
Israel completes delivery of EMS for 737 AEW&C Peace Eagle
Elta has delivered the last two EMS for Turkey’s 737 AEW&C Peace Eagle program.
[thumb]http://www.jpost.com/Defense/Article.aspx?id=303650[/thumb]
First export win for SIMBAD-RC
MBDA’s naval air defense system, SIMBAD-RC, has secured its first export order from an undisclosed customer. The first prototypes are currently in the production process and initial deliveries will take place in 2015.
[thumb]http://www.mbda-systems.com/mediagallery/#/news/3034[/thumb]
Saab to upgrade Swedish Gripen C/Ds
Saab has received an order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration for upgrades and adjustments of the Swedish Armed Forces’ existing Gripen fleet.
[thumb]http://www.saabgroup.com/en/About-Saab/Newsroom/Press-releases–News/2013—2/Saab-signs-upgrade-contract-for-Gripen-CD/[/thumb]