Jane’s has been told that Britain is expected to procure its first squadron of F-35Bs by end of this year.
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Iraq to receive final three C-130Js
The final three Lockheed Martin C-130Js for the Iraqi Air Force has left the factory and are on their way to the customer.
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Russia expected to place order for MiG-35
CEO of Mikoyan, Sergei Korotkov, says he is expecting Russia to place an order for MiG-35s in the first half of 2013.
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MV-22 to test aerial tanking concept this summer
U.S. Marine Corps officials tell U.S. News that the MV-22 will test a Boeing aerial tanking kit this summer.
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Boeing rolls out F-15SA for RSAF
Boeing has rolled out the first F-15SA for Royal Saudi Air Force.
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