Category: Army
Guarding the skies: 1st Cavalry Division’s advanced C-sUAS initiatives
As technology evolves, so do the threats in the modern battlefield. The rise of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) has brought about new challenges, leading to innovative solutions to counter their potential risks. The U.S. Army’s 1st Cavalry Division is at the forefront of this effort, taking a significant step to equip itself with advanced Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS) equipment. This move aims to enhance the division’s capability to detect, identify, and neutralize small UAS threats effectively.
U.S. Army Photo by Spc. Cheyne Hanoski
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Poland cleared to buy up to 96 AH-64E attack helicopters
In a significant move to enhance its defense capabilities, the Government of Poland has set forth plans to acquire a fleet of AH-64E Apache Attack Helicopters along with associated equipment. This decision, with an estimated cost of $12.0 billion, has received approval from the U.S. State Department and aims to bolster Poland’s security posture while aligning with the nation’s foreign policy goals.
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Japan grounds its Ospreys amid concerns raised by U.S. crash investigation report
In response to a recent U.S. military report highlighting potential mechanical issues, Japan’s Ground Self-Defense Force (GSDF) has taken the proactive step of suspending flights of its MV-22 Osprey fleet. The report called for the replacement of certain parts to mitigate the risk of accidents, prompting the grounding of fourteen tilt-rotor transport aircraft at the GSDF’s Kisarazu camp in Chiba Prefecture since Jul. 22.
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