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Day: February 22, 2023

Airbus’ plans to increase military aircraft production thwarted by lack of government orders

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Airbus SE’s plans to increase production of its Eurofighter aircraft and other key weapons systems are being hampered due to a lack of commitment from governments to place orders, according to Michael Schoellhorn, CEO of Airbus Defence and Space. Despite the expected increase in orders for jets, drones and space-based products in the coming years, Airbus has not received the necessary orders to scale up production.

Airbus Logo 2017
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Chinese navy to train first female carrier-based aircraft pilots

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China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy has recently launched its 2023 recruiting program, which includes a significant development that marks a milestone in the country’s military history. For the first time, female cadet pilots will be recruited to fly carrier-based aircraft. The program is open to eligible candidates who pass the selection procedures that test their physical and psychological qualities and flying talent. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to become China’s first female carrier-based aircraft pilots.

A PLAN Shenyang J-15 carrier-based fighter aircraft is taking off from Chinese aircraft carrier PLANS Liaoning (CV-16) 20220510
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