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Lockheed Martin and Airbus have announced their selection of General Electric (GE) Aerospace’s CF6-80E1 propulsion system for the LMXT strategic tanker. The LMXT, based on Airbus’ A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT), is Lockheed Martin’s proposed solution for the U.S. Air Force’s KC-135 recapitalization plan.
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The Philippines and Sweden have recently entered into an agreement that could lead to a significant deal involving the supply of Saab Gripen fighter aircraft to the Philippine Air Force (PAF). The memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed by Acting Defense Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr. and Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson during the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore last week.
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CAE, a global defense and security leader, has delivered the first production Magnetic Anomaly Detection-Extended Role (MAD-XR) system for Japan’s P-1 Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA). This advanced system marks a significant milestone in strengthening Japan’s maritime defense capabilities.
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The Biden administration has granted approval for General Electric Co (GE) to produce F414 jet engines in India, signaling a significant step forward in defense collaboration between the United States and India. The decision comes as part of the ongoing efforts to strengthen strategic ties and foster closer military-to-military cooperation between the two nations.
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Bell Textron Canada Ltd., a subsidiary of Textron Inc., has confirmed the procurement of six Bell 407GXi helicopters by the Ministry of Defence of Argentina. The purchase agreement, signed with the Canadian Commercial Corporation, strengthens Argentina’s search and rescue capabilities.
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