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UEC testing new engine for Tu-160M2

Posted on October 9, 2017October 8, 2017 by alert5

The new NK-32 02 series engine for the modernized Tu-160M2 strategic bomber is undergoing testing by United Engine Corporation, TASS reports.

Tupolev Tu-160 in flight
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T-50A clocks 100 flights in South Carolina

Posted on October 7, 2017October 5, 2017 by alert5

Lockheed Martin has clocked the 100th sortie for the T-50A at its Greenville facility in South Carolina this week, the company said on Oct. 4.


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Boeing to acquire Aurora Flight Sciences

Posted on October 7, 2017October 6, 2017 by alert5

Boeing will expand its stable of aerospace companies with the plan acquisition of Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation, both companies announced the decision on Oct. 5.

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Photo: Aurora Flight Sciences
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Another defense contractor bought surplus Mirage F1s for aggressor role

Posted on October 6, 2017 by alert5

South African defense contractor Paramount Group has bought four surplus Dassault Mirage F1Bs from the French government for aggressor training.

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Watch the Bell V-280 turn its rotors for the first time

Posted on October 5, 2017 by alert5

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