A U.S. Air Force spokesman told Reuters Friday that the latest award date for the aerial refueling tanker contract will be in the fall.
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Air-Launched BMD could be revived
Two veterans of the Pentagon’s ballistic missile defense program are advocating the use of air-launched, missile defense system for boost-phase interception.
Share A400Ms, tankers but no aircraft carriers
Britain and France will consider sharing the use of A400M transports and refueling tankers. But both countries ruled out on sharing an aircraft carrier.
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Finally, Rooivalk to enter service next year
South Africa’s much delayed Rooivalk attack helicopter will enter service next year with 16 Squadron in Bloemfontein.
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Father of the B-52 passed away
Retired U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. William E. Eubank Jr., affectionately know as the “Father of the B-52,” has passed away. He was 98.
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