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USAF overhauling the ALCS

Posted on October 8, 2017October 6, 2017 by alert5

The U.S. Air Force has selected both Lockheed Martin and Rockwell Collins for the upgrade of the Airborne Launch Control System (ALCS). The ALCS allows the U.S. Navy’s E-6B to launch ground-based intercontinental ballistic missiles via radio.

By United States Air Force (625th Strategic Operations Squadron) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
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Australia to equip Future Frigate with Aegis

Posted on October 4, 2017October 4, 2017 by alert5

Australia announced on Oct. 3 that it has decided to equip its nine Future Frigates with the Aegis Combat Management System.

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Reagan CSG to make port call in Hong Kong

Posted on October 2, 2017October 2, 2017 by alert5

Beijing has given the green light for the Reagan Carrier Strike Group (CSG) to make a port call in Hong Kong this week, the first U.S. carrier to visit the territory in two years.

By U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joseph M. Buliavac [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons

Brazilian Navy Super Lynx Mk21B makes maiden flight

Posted on September 30, 2017September 30, 2017 by alert5

The Brazilian Navy’s upgraded Super Lynx Mk21B naval helicopter has made its maiden flight at Leonardo’s Yeovil facility, in southwest England, on Sept. 28.

Photo: Leonardo
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