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First batch of Mi-28UBs for Russia are ready for delivery

Posted on October 22, 2017October 22, 2017 by alert5

Russian Helicopters announced on Oct. 19 that the first batch of Mi-28UB helicopters ordered by the Russian Ministry of Defense is ready for delivery next month.

By Aleksandr Medvedev (http://russianplanes.net/id78231) [GFDL or GFDL], via Wikimedia Commons
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F/A-18E/F’s IRST21 sensor being upgraded

Posted on October 20, 2017 by alert5

Lockheed Martin has secured two contracts from Boeing to upgrade its IRST21 sensor system for use on the U.S. Navy’s F/A-18E/F fleet.

Lockheed Martin's IRST21 sensor system is mounted in the nose of the U.S. Navy F/A-18E/Fs centerline fuel tank and uses infrared search and track technology to detect and track airborne threats. (PRNewsfoto/Lockheed Martin) — Lockheed Martin’s IRST21 sensor system is mounted in the nose of the U.S. Navy F/A-18E/Fs centerline fuel tank and uses infrared search and track technology to detect and track airborne threats. (PRNewsfoto/Lockheed Martin)

Greek Defense Minister says F-16V upgrade will be $1.3 billion max

Posted on October 19, 2017 by alert5

The Greek government had to fend off criticism on a plan to upgrade 123 F-16s to the V configuration.

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KAI hopes to sell 4 more T-50THs to Thailand

Posted on October 19, 2017 by alert5

At the Seoul International Aerospace and Defence Exhibition (ADEX), an executive from Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) told Jane’s the company is keen to start talks with Thailand for a third batch of T-50TH trainers.

Source: RTAF
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