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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems and Saab have completed the first flight of what the two companies describe as the world’s first unmanned Airborne Early Warning solution, marking a significant step in efforts to bring persistent AEW surveillance to regions and missions where manned platforms are unavailable or impractical.
Photo: GA-ASI
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Indonesia’s Air Force took delivery of two South Korean-made T-50i trainer jets, according to a report by ANTARA News in February. The aircraft, part of a six-aircraft purchase from Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI), were sent to Iswahjudi Air Base in Madiun, East Java. The delivery was subsequently confirmed by South Korean logistics firm CJ Logistics in a press release, which shed light on the complex operation behind the shipment.
Photo: CJ Logistics
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Embraer and Northrop Grumman announced on Feb. 19 that they are formally partnering to develop an advanced version of the KC-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft for the United States Air Force and allied nations, closing the loop on a years long campaign by the Brazilian airframer to establish itself as a serious player in the American defense market.
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The U.S. Air Force has resumed full production deliveries of F-15EX Eagle II fighter jets following the end of a 105-day strike at Boeing’s St. Louis facility, with the latest aircraft delivered to Portland Air National Guard Base in early December demonstrating a rapid recovery of the production line.
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The Canadian government has awarded Bombardier a $546 million contract to deliver six Global 6500 aircraft to the Royal Canadian Air Force, marking one of the first major procurements under the newly established Defence Investment Agency.
Graphic: Canadian government
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