Aviation News
BAE Systems has successfully demonstrated that its Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) laser-guided rocket can shot down Class 2 Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).
Graphic: BAE Systems
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Proteus Advanced Systems Pte. Ltd., a joint venture company of IAI and ST Engineering, has secured a contract to deliver the Blue Spear coastal anti-ship missile system to the Estonian Defence Forces.
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China’s Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) has released a new animated promotional video regarding its transport aircraft and helicopters. In it, the company showcased its Advanced Heavy Lifter, a heavy-lift helicopter that China is developing with Russian Helicopters.
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The U.S. government has approved the sale of one Boeing EA-18G electronic attack jet to Australia. This new jet will replace A46-311 that was lost in an accident at Nellis Air Force Base on Jan. 27, 2018.
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