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Project Convergence Capstone 4

Posted on February 28, 2024 by alert5

Project Convergence Capstone 4 (PC-C4), a U.S. Army-led experiment, is testing the interoperability of various Joint and Multinational Layered Air and Missile Defense systems. This iteration focuses on leveraging data from unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and manned aircraft to guide the engagement of ground-based missile systems against airborne threats.

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Zachary Ybarra, F-35B Lightning II pilot, Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron (VMFAT) 501, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 31, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), performs aerial maneuvers during an airshow demonstration practice at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, Aug. 21, 2023. VMFAT-501 and VMFAT-502, MAG 11, 3rd MAW, are the two components that make up the USMC F-35B Lightning II Demo Team, that perform across the country to demonstrate the capabilities of the fifth generation fighter and interact with the public. Ybarra is a Rancho Cucamonga, California native. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kyle Baskin)

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T-7A Red Hawk aces climate tests

Posted on February 28, 2024February 28, 2024 by alert5

The U.S. Air Force (USAF) announced the successful completion of a month-long climate testing program for its new T-7A Red Hawk trainer aircraft. This critical evaluation, held at Eglin Air Force Base’s McKinley Climatic Laboratory, is a crucial step in the T-7A’s development journey, ensuring its ability to withstand the diverse weather conditions it may encounter at training bases across the nation.

A T-7A Red Hawk sits in a frozen McKinley Climatic Lab chamber Jan. 22, 2024 at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The Air Force’s newest training aircraft experienced temperature extremes from 110 to minus 25 degrees Fahrenheit as well as heavy humidity during the month of testing. The tests evaluate how the aircraft, its instrumentation and electronics fared under the extreme conditions it will face in the operational Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Samuel King Jr.)

First flight test of AMRAAM-ER variant

Posted on February 28, 2024 by alert5

Raytheon Technologies Corporation (RTX) announced a successful first flight test of the new Extended Range Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM-ER) variant, marking a significant milestone in its air defense missile development program. This innovative variant represents a first-of-its-kind configuration, incorporating several advanced technologies.

Photo: Raytheon
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Beyond Paradise: Bali soars high with new international airshow

Posted on February 28, 2024February 28, 2024 by alert5

Bali, the “Land of Gods,” has long been synonymous with pristine beaches, cascading rice terraces, and ancient temples, a haven for travelers seeking cultural immersion and breathtaking landscapes. But in 2024, this captivating Indonesian island will take to the skies, welcoming a new breed of visitor: the global aviation community. The inaugural Bali International Airshow, held from Sept. 18-21, 2024, promises to be a landmark event, showcasing the region’s burgeoning aerospace industry and propelling Indonesia onto the world stage.

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USAF embraces automation with Project Kinetic Cargo

Posted on February 27, 2024February 27, 2024 by alert5

The 48th Logistics Readiness Squadron at Royal Air Force Lakenheath has implemented Project Kinetic Cargo, a significant advancement in cargo processing efficiency. This initiative leverages deployable automated cargo measuring systems (DACMS) equipped with profiling lasers and scales.

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 48th Logistics Readiness Squadron utilize a deployable automated cargo measuring system (DACMS) during the implementation of Project Kinetic Cargo at RAF Lakenheath, England, Feb. 20, 2024. Project Kinetic Cargo ensures timely delivery of essential supplies and equipment to various operational theaters, enabling mission readiness and effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

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