Leonardo unveils next phase of upgrades for Eurofighter Typhoon’s Defensive Aids Sub-System

Leonardo, the Italian aerospace and defense company, has unveiled the next phase of upgrades for the Eurofighter Typhoon’s Defensive Aids Sub-System (DASS). These upgrades, proposed for the Eurofighter four-nation Phase 4 Enhancement (P4E) package, are set to significantly enhance the aircraft’s survivability capabilities. Furthermore, these upgrades will also be made available for export customers, extending the reach of this cutting-edge technology.

Eurofighter DA2 MOD 45132077
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NTSB finds iPad interference contributed to CH-47D helicopter crash

Investigators from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have made significant progress in determining the cause of the tragic crash of a Rotak Helicopter Services Chinook in Idaho last year. Their findings highlight an unexpected factor: an iPad jamming against the co-pilot’s left pedal.


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Boeing receives final CH-47F Block I contract for deliveries to South Korea and Spain

South Korea has recently finalized a significant contract with Boeing, the renowned U.S. defense giant. The agreement entails the acquisition of 18 CH-47F Block I Chinook helicopters, further solidifying South Korea’s commitment to modernizing its fleet and strengthening its defense capabilities. In addition to South Korea’s order, the Pentagon’s Foreign Military Sale (FMS) contract also includes the purchase of one CH-47F Chinook helicopter for Spain, augmenting their own fleet. This procurement marks a crucial milestone in South Korea’s military aviation pursuits, while also benefiting Spain’s aerial capabilities.

Georgia Army National Guard’s Detachment 1, Bravo Company, 1-169th General Support Aviation Battalion, conducts multi-ship flight training Wednesday near Savannah Ga. These crewmembers are preparing for a deployment to Afghanistan in the spring of 2014. (Georgia Army National Guard Photo by Maj. Will Cox/Released)

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First U.S. Air Force pilot to fly T-7A

Maj. Bryce Turner, a test pilot hailing from the 416th Flight Test Squadron at Edwards Air Force Base, California, has accomplished a significant feat by becoming the first U.S. Air Force pilot to soar through the skies in the cutting-edge Boeing T-7A Red Hawk. This momentous event took place on Jun. 28 during a test flight at the Boeing aircraft delivery center in St. Louis, Missouri, marking a historic milestone for both Turner and the Air Force.

T-7A Red Hawk Engineering and Manufacturing Development First Flight, St. Louis Lambert International Airport – St. Louis, MO. MSF23-030 Series.

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