Aviation News
In a significant move to bolster its defense capabilities, the Spanish Ministry of Defence has inked a deal with Airbus for the acquisition of 16 C295 aircraft. Valued at $1.86 billion, this procurement underscores Spain’s commitment to fortifying its national security, particularly in maritime patrol and surveillance.
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Silent Arrow, the pioneering aerospace company, has secured a significant milestone by being chosen by AFWERX for a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contract aimed at addressing a critical challenge within the U.S. Air Force (USAF). The focus of the contract centers on Silent Arrow’s cutting-edge cargo delivery system, the CLS-300 (“Contested Logistics System, 300 Nautical Miles”).
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Canada is entering a transformative phase to significantly enhance its national defense capabilities, as the government has committed to acquiring a fleet of 11 MQ-9B SkyGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI). This strategic investment, valued at $2.49 billion, underscores Canada’s dedication to modernizing its aerospace capabilities and ensuring it remains at the forefront of defense technology.
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In a groundbreaking demonstration of strategic air power, the 22nd Airlift Squadron successfully executed a reverse flow air refueling, passing 23,500 pounds of fuel from a C-5M Super Galaxy to a KC-10 Extender over the skies of Northern California and Oregon on Dec. 12.
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In a move strengthening ties between the United States and Singapore, the U.S. Air Force has unveiled plans to beddown up to 12 Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) F-15 fighter jets at Andersen Air Force Base (AFB), Guam. The decision is part of a revised proposal for the base’s infrastructure upgrades, aligning with strategic initiatives in the Indo-Pacific region.
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