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Saab eyes expanded Philippine fighter deal, touts Gripen’s suitability

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The Philippines is considering significantly expanding its fighter jet program, potentially acquiring more than the previous requirement for 12 aircraft, according to an interview with a Saab official. This development could open the door for a wider range of contenders, including Saab, as a new tender process is expected to be launched.


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Boeing touts F-15EX capabilities at Singapore Airshow

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Rob Novotny, Director of F-15 Business Development for Boeing, took center stage at the Singapore Airshow, showcasing the F-15EX, a cutting-edge variant of the iconic fighter jet. The presentation highlighted its advanced capabilities and global market ambitions, aiming to attract buyers beyond the initial U.S. Air Force orders.

An F-15EX Eagle II from the 85th Test and Evaluation Squadron, 53rd Wing, takes flight for the first time out of Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., April 26, 2021, prior to departure for Northern Edge 2021. The F-15EX brings next-generation combat technology to a highly successful fighter airframe that is capable of projecting power across multiple domains for the Joint Force. (U.S Air Force photo by 1st Lt Savanah Bray)

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Merlin bringing uncrewed flight capabilities to USAF’s KC-135

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Merlin, a leading developer of autonomous flight technologies, has inked a deal with the U.S. Air Force (USAF) to explore the integration of uncrewed flight capabilities into the KC-135 Stratotanker. This marks a significant step forward in the development of uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) for military applications, particularly in the critical domain of aerial refueling.

A Michigan Air National Guard KC-135T from the 171st Air Refueling Squadron at Selfridge ANG Base in flight on a refueling mission over central United States. The KC-135 is used for refueling other aircraft in mid-air across the globe. It has a secondary mission as a transport aircraft, moving personnel and equipment. To learn more about Selfridge and to walk inside the KC-135 Stratotanker yourself, visit the Selfridge International Open House and Air Show June 6 & 7. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Munnaf Joarder)

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U.S. Air Force gets sharper vision with upgraded LITENING LA targeting pod

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The U.S. Air Force is about to see a significant boost in its air-to-ground precision capabilities with the rollout of the Large Aperture (LA) variant of the LITENING targeting pod. Developed by Northrop Grumman, the LA pod represents a leap forward in electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) sensing and processing, promising to enhance both the effectiveness and safety of attack missions.


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