According to Reuters, Canada is going to make it difficult for U.S. fighter manufacturers interested in competing in the competition to replace its F/A-18.
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Germany asking Pentagon whether Eurofighter can be certified for nuclear role
Reuters reports that the German defense ministry asked the Pentagon in April on the possibility of certifying the Eurofighter to carry nuclear bombs.
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Bangladesh orders more K-8 jets
The Bangladesh Air Force has ordered more K-8 jet trainers from China.
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Slovakia postpones decision on new fighter
Slovakia’s Prime Minister Peter Pellegrini has decided that his cabinet will need more time to select the winner of a fighter competition to replace the MiG-29.
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Belgium will now consider upgrading its F-16 fleet
Beth Stevenson from Jane’s Defence Weekly reports that Belgium will now consider upgrading its F-16A/B fleet instead of just buying a new fighter type.
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